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1 Chronicles 8:17

1 Chronicles 8:17 in Multiple Translations

Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,

And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber,

and Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hizki, and Heber,

And Zebadiah and Meshullam and Hizki and Heber

Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,

And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hizki, and Heber,

and Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber,

Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,

And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber,

And Zabadia, and Mosollam, and Hezeci, and Heber,

Other descendants of Elpaal were Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,

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Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 8:17

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1 Chronicles 8:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וּ/זְבַדְיָ֥ה וּ/מְשֻׁלָּ֖ם וְ/חִזְקִ֥י וָ/חָֽבֶר
וּ/זְבַדְיָ֥ה Zᵉbadyâh H2069 Zebadiah Conj | N-proper
וּ/מְשֻׁלָּ֖ם Mᵉshullâm H4918 Meshullam Conj | N-proper
וְ/חִזְקִ֥י Chizqîy H2395 Hizki Conj | N-proper
וָ/חָֽבֶר Cheber H2268 Heber Conj | N-proper
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וּ/זְבַדְיָ֥ה Zᵉbadyâh H2069 "Zebadiah" Conj | N-proper
Zebadiah means endowment of Jehovah, the name of nine Israelites, including a Benjamite and a priest. He is mentioned in Ezra 10:20. Zebadiah lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.20 § Zebadiah = "endowment of Jehovah" 1) a Benjamite of the sons of Beriah 2) a Benjamite of the sons of Elpaal 3) one of the sons of Jeroham of Gedor and one of David's men 4) son of Asahel, brother of Joab, and one of David's men 5) son of Michael, of the sons of Shephatiah 6) a priest of the sons of Immer, who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 7) a Levite, 3rd son of Meshelemiah the Korhite 8) a Levite in the reign of Jehoshaphat 9) son of Ishmael and prince of the house of Judah in the reign of Jehoshaphat
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Zebadiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:15; 1 Chronicles 27:7; Ezra 10:20.
וּ/מְשֻׁלָּ֖ם Mᵉshullâm H4918 "Meshullam" Conj | N-proper
Meshullam was a common name in the Bible, given to 17 different Israelites, including a grandfather of a scribe and a son of Zerubbabel. The name means friend and is mentioned in books like Nehemiah and Chronicles.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.25 § Meshullam = "friend" 1) grandfather of Shaphan, the scribe 2) son of Zerubbabel 3) a Benjamite of the sons of Elpaal 4) a Benjamite, father of Sallu 5) a Benjamite who lived at Jerusalem after the captivity 6) a Benjamite 6a) perhaps the same as 3 or 4 7) a Gadite in the reign of king Jotham of Judah 8) son of Berechiah who assisted in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem 9) son of Besodeiah who assisted Jehoiada the son of Paseah in restoring the old gate of Jerusalem 10) a chief of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 11) father of Hilkiah and high priest probably in the reign of king Amon of Judah 11a) perhaps the same as 'Shallum' 12) a priest, son of Meshillemith or Meshillemoth, son of Immer, and ancestor of Maasiai or Amashai 13) a priest or family of priests who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 14) a priest, head of the family of Ginnethon and representative of the house of Ezra in the days of Joiakim, the son of Jeshua 15) a priest, one of the princes of Judah at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem 16) a Kohathite or family of Kohathite Levites in the reign of Josiah 17) a Levite, one of the heads sent to Iddo to gather the Levites to join the caravan about to return to Jerusalem; a chief man who assisted Ezra in abolishing the marriages which some of the people had made with foreign wives 18) ancestor of a family of porters or Levites in days of Nehemiah 19) a descendant of Bani who had a foreign wife and put her away 20) one of the men who stood at the left hand of Ezra when he read the law to the people 20a) maybe the same as 17
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: Meshullam. See also: 2 Kings 22:3; Nehemiah 3:4; Nehemiah 12:33.
וְ/חִזְקִ֥י Chizqîy H2395 "Hizki" Conj | N-proper
Hezeki was a man from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:17 as a descendant of Elpaal. His name means strong, and he's listed with his brothers, showing his family connections.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.17; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Heber (H2268J), Ishmerai (H3461), Izliah (H3152) and Jobab (H3103K) § Hezeki = "strong" a Benjamite, descendant of Shaaraim
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hezeki. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:17.
וָ/חָֽבֶר Cheber H2268 "Heber" Conj | N-proper
Heber was a man in the Bible, including a Kenite and three Israelites, with the name meaning 'comrade'. One Heber was the husband of Jael, who killed Sisera, and is mentioned in the book of Judges. Heber is also the name of several other biblical figures.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.17; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Ishmerai (H3461), Izliah (H3152) and Jobab (H3103K) § Heber = "comrade" 1) the Kenite, husband of Jael, who slew Sisera by driving a nail into his temple 2) grandson of Asher from whom came the Heberites 3) father of Socho, a Judahite 4) a Benjamite 5) another Benjamite 6) a Gadite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Heber. See also: Genesis 46:17; Judges 5:24; 1 Chronicles 8:17.

Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:17

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1 Chronicles 8:17 Summary

This verse lists the names of four individuals, Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, and Heber, who are part of the family tree of Benjamin. These names are recorded in the Bible to show that each person is important to God, as seen in passages like Psalm 139:1-18 and Matthew 10:29-31. Just like these individuals, we are all part of a larger family and have a unique place in God's plan, as expressed in Ephesians 2:19-22 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. By studying this verse, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the value and significance that God places on each person, as seen in Genesis 1:26-31 and 1 Peter 2:9-10.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the individuals listed in 1 Chronicles 8:17?

The individuals listed in 1 Chronicles 8:17 are Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, and Heber, who are likely descendants of Benjamin, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:1-40, which provides a genealogy of the Benjamites.

What is the significance of these names being recorded in the Bible?

The recording of these names in the Bible, such as in 1 Chronicles 8:17, serves to emphasize the importance of family and lineage in the biblical narrative, as seen in other passages like Genesis 5:1-32 and Matthew 1:1-17.

How does this verse relate to the surrounding context?

This verse is part of a larger list of descendants of Benjamin, which includes the sons of Beriah in 1 Chronicles 8:16 and the sons of Elpaal in 1 Chronicles 8:18, demonstrating the careful documentation of family relationships in the Bible, similar to Exodus 6:13-27.

What can we learn from the fact that these individuals are mentioned by name?

The fact that these individuals are mentioned by name in 1 Chronicles 8:17 highlights God's attention to detail and His care for each person, as expressed in Psalm 139:1-18 and Matthew 10:29-31.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does it mean for me to be part of a larger family, as seen in the genealogy of Benjamin in 1 Chronicles 8:1-40?
  2. How can I apply the biblical emphasis on family and lineage to my own life and relationships, as seen in passages like Ephesians 3:14-21?
  3. What does the recording of these names in the Bible teach me about God's character and His relationship with individuals, as expressed in Jeremiah 1:4-10 and John 10:1-18?
  4. How can I use this verse as an opportunity to reflect on my own heritage and the people who have shaped my life, in light of Deuteronomy 4:9-10 and 2 Timothy 1:3-5?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:17

Ver. 17,18. And Zebadiah, and Meshullam,.... These, with those that follow, Hezeki, Heber, Ishmerai, Jezliah, and Jobab, were the sons of Elpaal

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:17

And Ahio, Shashak, and Jeremoth, No JFB commentary on these verses.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:17

(17-18) Seven sons of Elpaal.

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