1 Chronicles 8:13
1 Chronicles 8:13 in Multiple Translations
and Beriah and Shema (who were the heads of families of the inhabitants of Aijalon and who drove out the inhabitants of Gath).
Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath:
and Beriah, and Shema, who were heads of fathers’ houses of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who put to flight the inhabitants of Gath;
And Beriah and Shema, who were heads of the families of those who were living in Aijalon, who put to flight the people living in Gath;
and Beriah and Shema, who were family heads living in Aijalon and who drove away the people who lived in Gath.
And Beriah and Shema (which were the chiefe fathers among the inhabitants of Aialon: they draue away the inhabitants of Gath)
and Beriah and Shema, (they [are] the heads of fathers to the inhabitants of Aijalon — they caused to flee the inhabitants of Gath),
and Beriah and Shema, who were heads of fathers’ households of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who put to flight the inhabitants of Gath;
Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Ajalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath:
And Baria, and Sama were heads of their kindreds that dwelt in Aialon: these drove away the inhabitants of Geth.
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1 Chronicles 8:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וּ/בְרִעָ֣ה
וָ/שֶׁ֔מַע
הֵ֚מָּה
רָאשֵׁ֣י
הָ/אָב֔וֹת
לְ/יוֹשְׁבֵ֖י
אַיָּל֑וֹן
הֵ֥מָּה
הִבְרִ֖יחוּ
אֶת
י֥וֹשְׁבֵי
גַֽת
וּ/בְרִעָ֣ה
Bᵉrîyʻâh
H1283
Beriah
Conj | N-proper
וָ/שֶׁ֔מַע
Shemaʻ
H8087
Shema
Conj | N-proper
הֵ֚מָּה
hêm
H1992
they(masc.)
Pron
רָאשֵׁ֣י
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-mp
הָ/אָב֔וֹת
ʼâb
H1
father
Art | N-mp
לְ/יוֹשְׁבֵ֖י
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
Prep | V-Qal
אַיָּל֑וֹן
ʼAyâlôwn
H357
Aijalon
N-proper
הֵ֥מָּה
hêm
H1992
they(masc.)
Pron
הִבְרִ֖יחוּ
bârach
H1272
to flee
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
י֥וֹשְׁבֵי
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
V-Qal
גַֽת
Gath
H1661
Gath
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:13
וּ/בְרִעָ֣ה
Bᵉrîyʻâh
H1283
"Beriah"
Conj | N-proper
Beriah was the name of several Israelites, including a Levite and a Benjamite, and means with a friend. It appears in various biblical accounts, including 1 Chronicles, as the name of different individuals.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.23.10; son of: Shimei (H8096G); brother of: Jahath (H3189I), Zizah (H2126) and Jeush (H3266J) § Beriah = "with a friend" 1) a son of Asher 2) a son of Ephraim 3) a Benjamite 4) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Beriah. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:31; 1 Chronicles 23:11.
וָ/שֶׁ֔מַע
Shemaʻ
H8087
"Shema"
Conj | N-proper
Shema is a name and a place in the Bible, meaning 'hear' or 'listen'. It appears in Nehemiah and other books as the name of several Israelites and a location in Palestine.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.8.4 § Shema = "hear" 1) a Reubenite, son of Joel, father of Azaz, and grandfather of Bela 2) a Judaite, son of Hebron and father of Raham 3) a Benjamite, son of Elpaal who along with his brother Beriah were heads of their fathers houses in Aijalon and who drove out the inhabitants of Gath. Probably the same as 'Shimhi' 4) an Israelite who stood on the right hand of Ezra as he read the Law to the people
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Shema. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:43; 1 Chronicles 5:8; Nehemiah 8:4.
הֵ֚מָּה
hêm
H1992
"they(masc.)"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to refer to a group of men, emphasizing that it is specifically them. It is often translated as 'they' or 'them' in the Bible, and appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: they, these, the same, who
Usage: Occurs in 524 OT verses. KJV: it, like, [idiom] (how, so) many (soever, more as) they (be), (the) same, [idiom] so, [idiom] such, their, them, these, they, those, which, who, whom, withal, ye. See also: Genesis 3:7; Deuteronomy 19:17; 2 Kings 1:18.
רָאשֵׁ֣י
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
הָ/אָב֔וֹת
ʼâb
H1
"father"
Art | N-mp
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
לְ/יוֹשְׁבֵ֖י
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
Prep | V-Qal
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
אַיָּל֑וֹן
ʼAyâlôwn
H357
"Aijalon"
N-proper
Aijalon is a city in Palestine, meaning field of deer. It was a Levitical city in Dan, later ruled by various groups including the Amorites and Philistines.
Definition: § Ajalon or Aijalon = "field of deer" Levitical city in Dan, 14 miles or 25 km NW of Jerusalem, later ruled by the Amorites, then the Benjamites of Judah, then by the Philistines
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Aijalon, Ajalon. See also: Joshua 10:12; 1 Samuel 14:31; 2 Chronicles 28:18.
הֵ֥מָּה
hêm
H1992
"they(masc.)"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to refer to a group of men, emphasizing that it is specifically them. It is often translated as 'they' or 'them' in the Bible, and appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: they, these, the same, who
Usage: Occurs in 524 OT verses. KJV: it, like, [idiom] (how, so) many (soever, more as) they (be), (the) same, [idiom] so, [idiom] such, their, them, these, they, those, which, who, whom, withal, ye. See also: Genesis 3:7; Deuteronomy 19:17; 2 Kings 1:18.
הִבְרִ֖יחוּ
bârach
H1272
"to flee"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
To flee means to run away quickly, as seen in the Bible when people escaped from danger or pursued others, like in the story of David and Absalom.
Definition: 1) to go through, flee, run away, chase, drive away, put to flight, reach, shoot (extend), hurry away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, pass through 1a2) to flee 1a3) to hasten, come quickly 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to pass through 1b2) to cause to flee, put to flight 1b3) to drive away
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: chase (away); drive away, fain, flee (away), put to flight, make haste, reach, run away, shoot. See also: Genesis 16:6; 1 Kings 11:17; Psalms 3:1.
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.
י֥וֹשְׁבֵי
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
V-Qal
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
גַֽת
Gath
H1661
"Gath"
N-proper
Gath was a major city of the Philistines, the same people who lived in Goliath's hometown, and its name means winepress in Hebrew.
Definition: § Gath = "winepress" one of the five royal or chief cities of the Philistines and the native city of Goliath
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: Gath. See also: Joshua 11:22; 2 Samuel 21:20; Psalms 56:1.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:13
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:13
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:13
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 8:13
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 8:13
Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
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).
14Ahio, Shashak, Jeremoth, 15Zebadiah, Arad, Eder,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 2:52 | These were the descendants of Shobal the father of Kiriath-jearim: Haroeh, half the Manahathites, |
| 2 | Joshua 19:42 | Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 4:4 | Penuel was the father of Gedor, and Ezer was the father of Hushah. These were the descendants of Hur, the firstborn of Ephrathah and the father of Bethlehem. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 2:49–50 | She was also the mother of Shaaph father of Madmannah, and of Sheva father of Machbenah and Gibea. Caleb’s daughter was Acsah. These were the descendants of Caleb. The sons of Hur the firstborn of Ephrathah: Shobal the father of Kiriath-jearim, |
| 5 | Joshua 10:12 | On the day that the LORD gave the Amorites over to the Israelites, Joshua spoke to the LORD in the presence of Israel: “O sun, stand still over Gibeon, O moon, over the Valley of Aijalon.” |
1 Chronicles 8:13 Summary
This verse tells us about two men, Beriah and Shema, who were leaders of families in the city of Aijalon. They worked together to drive out the people of Gath, which was a city that did not belong to the Israelites. This shows us that when we work together and trust in God, we can accomplish great things, just like in 1 Samuel 17:45-47 when David trusted God to defeat Goliath. It also reminds us that God is our strength and our helper, as mentioned in Psalm 28:7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were Beriah and Shema in the Bible?
Beriah and Shema were the heads of families of the inhabitants of Aijalon, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:13, and they played a significant role in driving out the inhabitants of Gath, similar to the conquests described in Joshua 10:12 and 1 Samuel 7:14.
What is the significance of Aijalon in the Bible?
Aijalon was a city in the territory of the tribe of Dan, as mentioned in Joshua 19:42, and it was a place of significant military victories, including the one led by Beriah and Shema in 1 Chronicles 8:13.
Why is it important to know about the inhabitants of Gath?
The inhabitants of Gath were a Philistine city, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 5:8, and the fact that Beriah and Shema drove them out highlights the power of faith and obedience to God, as seen in other biblical accounts such as 1 Samuel 7:10-11.
How does this verse relate to the rest of 1 Chronicles 8?
This verse is part of a larger genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin, as seen in 1 Chronicles 8:1-40, and it highlights the importance of family leadership and military conquests in the history of Israel, as also mentioned in 1 Chronicles 12:1-7.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the example of Beriah and Shema about leadership and faith?
- How does this verse encourage us to trust in God's power and provision in our own lives?
- What role do you think family and community played in the lives of Beriah and Shema, and how can we apply that to our own relationships?
- In what ways can we, like Beriah and Shema, drive out the 'inhabitants of Gath' in our own lives, symbolizing the victory of God over evil and sin?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:13
Beriah also, and Shema,.... These were sons of Elpaal: who were heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon; which, though in the tribe of Dan, Joshua 19:42 might afterwards come into the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:13
Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath: Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads ... of the inhabitants of Aijalon -
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:13
Aijalon; a place formerly belonging to the tribe of Dan, ; but after the return from Babylon possessed by the Benjamites, because both Dan and the rest of the ten tribes were yet for the generality of them in captivity, and but few of them returned. Who drove away the inhabitants of Gath; either, 1. At that time when they made such a slaughter among Ephraim’ s children, , and were possibly pursuing their victory till they were driven back by these Benjamites, who came to the succour of their brethren. Or, 2. Now when they were returned from the captivity, and found the men of Gath possessed of Aijalon. Or, 3. At some other time not mentioned in Scripture.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:13
1 Chronicles 8:13 Beriah also, and Shema, who [were] heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath:Ver. 13. Who drove away the inhabitants of Gath.] See 1 Chronicles 7:21.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:13
(13) Beriah also, and Shema.—After these two names the Masoretic punctuators have put a stop. Thus 1 Chronicles 8:12-13 give five sons of Elpaal. Or 1 Chronicles 8:13 may be disconnected from 1 Chronicles 8:12, and Beriah and Shema regarded as beginning a new series of Benjamite clans. Who were heads of the fathers. . . .—Rather, “THEY were heads of the clans of the inhabitants of Aijalon; THEY put to flight the inhabitants of Gath.” The pronoun is emphatic in both cases. The clans of Beriah and Shema, who were settled at Ajalon (Yalo), near Gibeon, appear to have expelled a Gittite population from Ajalon, and dwelt in their stead. At all events, there is evident allusion to some famous exploit, in which the two Benjamite houses were more fortunate than the Ephraimites Ezer and Elead (1 Chronicles 7:21). We must not identify this Benjamite Beriah with the Ephraimite Beriah of 1 Chronicles 7:23. There was also an Asherite clan of Beriah (1 Chronicles 7:30).
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 8:13
13. of the fathers] R.V. of fathers’ houses, as in 1 Chronicles 8:10. drove away] R.V. put to flight. Probably an allusion to some fight the memory of which was kept alive in local song. Cp. 1 Chronicles 7:21-22. Aijalon] Joshua 10:12; 1 Samuel 14:31.
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