1 Chronicles 7:37
1 Chronicles 7:37 in Multiple Translations
Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer and Hod and Shamma and Shilshah and Ithran and Beera.
Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.
Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.
Bosor and Hod, and Samma, and Salusa, and Jethran, and Bera.
Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran whose other name was Jether, and Beera.
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1 Chronicles 7:37 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בֶּ֣צֶר
וָ/ה֗וֹד
וְ/שַׁמָּ֧א
וְ/שִׁלְשָׁ֛ה
וְ/יִתְרָ֖ן
וּ/בְאֵרָֽא
בֶּ֣צֶר
Betser
H1221
Bezer
N-proper
וָ/ה֗וֹד
Hôwd
H1936
Hod
Conj | N-proper
וְ/שַׁמָּ֧א
Shammâʼ
H8037
Shamma
Conj | N-proper
וְ/שִׁלְשָׁ֛ה
Shilshâh
H8030
Shilshah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/יִתְרָ֖ן
Yithrân
H3506
Ithran
Conj | N-proper
וּ/בְאֵרָֽא
Bᵉʼêrâʼ
H878
Beera
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 7:37
בֶּ֣צֶר
Betser
H1221
"Bezer"
N-proper
Bezer was a man from the tribe of Asher and also the name of a place in Palestine, meaning gold ore or remote fortress. It is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:37.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.37; son of: Zophah (H6690); brother of: Suah (H5477), Harnepher (H2774), Shual (H7777B), Beri (H1275), Imrah (H3236), Hod (H1936), Shamma (H8037H), Shilshah (H8030), Ithran (H3506H) and Beera (H0878) § Bezer = "gold ore" or "remote fortress" 1) son of Zophah, one of the heads of the houses of Asher 2) a city of refuge in Reuben in the downs on the east of the Jordan
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Bezer. See also: Deuteronomy 4:43; Joshua 21:36; 1 Chronicles 7:37.
וָ/ה֗וֹד
Hôwd
H1936
"Hod"
Conj | N-proper
Hod was an Israelite from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:37 as the son of Zophah. His name means 'splendor' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.37; son of: Zophah (H6690); brother of: Suah (H5477), Harnepher (H2774), Shual (H7777B), Beri (H1275), Imrah (H3236), Bezer (H1221H), Shamma (H8037H), Shilshah (H8030), Ithran (H3506H) and Beera (H0878) § Hod = "splendour" one of the sons of Zophah, among the descendants of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hod. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:37.
וְ/שַׁמָּ֧א
Shammâʼ
H8037
"Shamma"
Conj | N-proper
Shamma was an Israelite from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:37, and the son of Zophah. He had several brothers and is part of the genealogy of the tribe of Asher. Shamma's story is a small but significant part of biblical history.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.37; son of: Zophah (H6690); brother of: Suah (H5477), Harnepher (H2774), Shual (H7777B), Beri (H1275), Imrah (H3236), Bezer (H1221H), Hod (H1936), Shilshah (H8030), Ithran (H3506H) and Beera (H0878) § Shamma = "desert" an Asherite, son of Zophar
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Shamma. See also: 2 Samuel 23:11; 1 Chronicles 7:37.
וְ/שִׁלְשָׁ֛ה
Shilshâh
H8030
"Shilshah"
Conj | N-proper
Shilshah was an Israelite from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:37 as the son of Zophah. He had several brothers, including Suah and Shual. The name Shilshah means strong, reflecting his family's heritage.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.37; son of: Zophah (H6690); brother of: Suah (H5477), Harnepher (H2774), Shual (H7777B), Beri (H1275), Imrah (H3236), Bezer (H1221H), Hod (H1936), Shamma (H8037H), Ithran (H3506H) and Beera (H0878) § Shilshah = "strong" an Asherite, son of Zophah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shilshah. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:37.
וְ/יִתְרָ֖ן
Yithrân
H3506
"Ithran"
Conj | N-proper
Ithran was a man who lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy, and is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:37. He was the son of Zophah and the father of Jephunneh, Pispa, and Ara. He is also called Jether in some passages.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.7.37; son of: Zophah (H6690); brother of: Suah (H5477), Harnepher (H2774), Shual (H7777B), Beri (H1275), Imrah (H3236), Bezer (H1221H), Hod (H1936), Shamma (H8037H), Shilshah (H8030) and Beera (H0878); father of: Jephunneh (H3312H), Pispa (H6462) and Ara (H0690); also called Jether at 1Ch.7.38; Also named: ye.ter (יֶ֫תֶר "Jether" H3500K) § Ithran = "advantage" 1) an Edomite, son of Dishon, a Horite, and probably a phylarch of a tribe of the Horim 2) an descendant of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Ithran. See also: Genesis 36:26; 1 Chronicles 1:41; 1 Chronicles 7:37.
וּ/בְאֵרָֽא
Bᵉʼêrâʼ
H878
"Beera"
Conj | N-proper
Beera was an Israelite from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:37. His name means a well.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.37; son of: Zophah (H6690); brother of: Suah (H5477), Harnepher (H2774), Shual (H7777B), Beri (H1275), Imrah (H3236), Bezer (H1221H), Hod (H1936), Shamma (H8037H), Shilshah (H8030) and Ithran (H3506H) § Beera = "a well" a man of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Beera. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:37.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 7:37
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Context — The Descendants of Asher
35The sons of his brother Helem: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal.
36The sons of Zophah: Suah, Harnepher, Shual, Beri, Imrah,
37Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.
38The sons of Jether: Jephunneh, Pispa, and Ara. 39The sons of Ulla: Arah, Hanniel, and Rizia.1 Chronicles 7:37 Summary
This verse lists the names of some of the descendants of Zophah, which might seem like just a list of names, but it's actually a reminder of God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 7:9. Just like these individuals were part of a larger family, we are all part of God's family, and our names are written in the Lamb's book of life, as promised in Revelation 21:27. By studying these names, we can learn more about God's character and His plan for us, and we can trust in His sovereignty, just like the psalmist did in Psalm 138:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 1 Chronicles 7:37 list these specific names?
The names listed in 1 Chronicles 7:37 are part of a larger genealogy, tracing the descendants of Israel's tribes, as seen in 1 Chronicles 1:1-9:44, to understand God's plan for His people, similar to the genealogies in the book of Genesis, such as Genesis 5:1-32 and Genesis 11:10-26.
What can we learn from the names listed in this verse?
The names in 1 Chronicles 7:37, such as Bezer, Hod, and Shamma, may hold significance in understanding the character and faith of these individuals, much like the names in biblical accounts, like Genesis 17:5, where names reflect the promises and character of God.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of the historical narrative in 1 Chronicles, which provides a foundation for understanding the kingdom of Israel, as seen in 1 Samuel 1:1-31:13, and the eventual coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in Isaiah 9:6-7 and fulfilled in Matthew 1:1-17.
Why are genealogies important in the Bible?
Genealogies, like the one in 1 Chronicles 7:37, are crucial in establishing the lineage and heritage of God's people, demonstrating His faithfulness and sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 78:1-72 and Matthew 1:1-17.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the way these names are listed, and how does it reflect God's attention to detail in my own life?
- How do the names and genealogies in the Bible, like 1 Chronicles 7:37, help me understand God's plan for humanity?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of faithfulness and sovereignty, demonstrated in the genealogies, to my own walk with God?
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative, and how can I apply this to my own family relationships?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 7:37
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 7:36].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 7:37
And Heber begat Japhlet, and Shomer, and Hotham, and Shua their sister. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 7:37
The treatment of different tribes is unequal in this chapter. In the case of Issachar (1 Chronicles 7:1-5), Benjamin (1 Chronicles 7:6-12), and Asher (1 Chronicles 7:30-40), genealogies are given and the number of fighting-men of each tribe is stated. To Naphtali is devoted a single verse, giving only the names of his sons. For Manasseh and Ephraim genealogies are given and their possessions are shortly enumerated. The mention of Dan is obliterated, owing to the state of the text of 1 Chronicles 7:12.