1 Chronicles 8:11
1 Chronicles 8:11 in Multiple Translations
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.
And of Hushim he begat Abitub, and Elpaal.
And of Hushim he begat Abitub and Elpaal.
And Hushim became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.
He also had sons with Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.
And of Hushim he begat Ahitub and Elpaal.
And of Hushim he begat Ahitub and Elpaal.
By Hushim, he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.
And of Hushim he begat Ahitub, and Elpaal.
And Mehusim beget Abitob, and Elphaal.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 8:11
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1 Chronicles 8:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מֵ/חֻשִׁ֛ים
הוֹלִ֥יד
אֶת
אֲבִיט֖וּב
וְ/אֶת
אֶלְפָּֽעַל
וּ/מֵ/חֻשִׁ֛ים
Chûwshîym
H2366
Hushim
Conj | Prep | N-proper
הוֹלִ֥יד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֲבִיט֖וּב
ʼĂbîyṭûwb
H36
Abitub
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
אֶלְפָּֽעַל
ʼElpaʻal
H508
Elpaal
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:11
וּ/מֵ/חֻשִׁ֛ים
Chûwshîym
H2366
"Hushim"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Hushim refers to three Israelites, including a man from the tribe of Benjamin and descendants of Dan. The name means one who makes haste, and they are mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:12.
Definition: A womanof the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.8; married to Shaharaim (H7842); mother of: Abitub (H0036) and Elpaal (H0508) § Hushim = "who makes haste" one of the two wives of Shaharaim
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Hushim. See also: Genesis 46:23; 1 Chronicles 8:8; 1 Chronicles 8:11.
הוֹלִ֥יד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֲבִיט֖וּב
ʼĂbîyṭûwb
H36
"Abitub"
N-proper
Abitub was an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He was the son of Shaharaim and the brother of Jobab and others. Abitub's name means my father is good.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.11; son of: Shaharaim (H7842) and Hushim (H2366A); brother of: Jobab (H3103J), Zibia (H6644), Mesha (H4331), Malcam (H4445A), Jeuz (H3263), Sachia (H7634), Mirmah (H4821) and Elpaal (H0508) § Abitub = "my father is good(ness)" son of Shaharaim, a Benjamite
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Abitub. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:11.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֶלְפָּֽעַל
ʼElpaʻal
H508
"Elpaal"
N-proper
Elpaal, a man from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:11 as a descendant of Shaharaim.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.11; son of: Shaharaim (H7842) and Hushim (H2366A); brother of: Jobab (H3103J), Zibia (H6644), Mesha (H4331), Malcam (H4445A), Jeuz (H3263), Sachia (H7634), Mirmah (H4821) and Abitub (H0036); father of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Heber (H2268J), Ishmerai (H3461), Izliah (H3152), Jobab (H3103K) § Elpaal = "God is maker" a Benjamite
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Elpaal. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:11; 1 Chronicles 8:12; 1 Chronicles 8:18.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:11
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Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
9His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,
10Jeuz, Sachia, and Mirmah. These were his sons, heads of families.
11He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.
12The sons of Elpaal: Eber, Misham, Shemed (who built Ono and Lod with its villages), 13and Beriah and Shema (who were the heads of families living in Aijalon and who drove out the inhabitants of Gath).1 Chronicles 8:11 Summary
This verse tells us about the sons of a man who had children with two different wives, Hodesh and Hushim. It reminds us that family is important to God, and that He cares about the relationships between parents and children, as we see in Psalm 103:17-18. Just like the sons of Elpaal, who built up their community, we can use our talents and gifts to build up those around us and bring glory to God (1 Corinthians 10:31). By studying this verse, we can learn more about the value of family and how to prioritize our relationships with loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the different wives and children mentioned in this verse?
The different wives and children mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:11 highlight the importance of family and lineage in the biblical context, as seen in Genesis 2:24 and Psalm 127:3-5.
Who is Hushim and why is she mentioned as the mother of Abitub and Elpaal?
Hushim is one of the wives of the patriarch mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:11, and her sons Abitub and Elpaal are listed as part of the family lineage, similar to the way Sarah is mentioned as the mother of Isaac in Genesis 21:2-3.
How does this verse contribute to our understanding of the biblical concept of family?
This verse, along with others like Ephesians 6:1-4 and Colossians 3:20, emphasizes the importance of family relationships and the role of parents in shaping the lives of their children.
What can we learn from the fact that some of the sons are listed as 'heads of families'?
The fact that some of the sons are listed as 'heads of families' suggests that they held positions of leadership and responsibility, similar to the way elders are described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
Reflection Questions
- How do I prioritize my own family relationships, and what can I learn from the examples of families in the Bible?
- In what ways can I, like the sons of Elpaal, contribute to the building up of my community and the advancement of God's kingdom?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of knowing and honoring my own family history and lineage?
- How can I apply the principles of leadership and responsibility demonstrated by the 'heads of families' in this verse to my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:11
And of Hushim he begat Abitub, and Elpaal. Before he sent her away, or divorced her, 1 Chronicles 8:8.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:11
And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:11
(11) And of Hushim he begat . . .—The offspring of Shaharaim by Hushim before her divorce; in other words, two offshoots of the clan Shaharaim settled in the vicinity of Lod or Lydda (1 Chronicles 8:12), which took no part in the emigration to Moab.