1 Chronicles 8:18
1 Chronicles 8:18 in Multiple Translations
Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab were the sons of Elpaal.
Ishmerai also, and Jezliah, and Jobab, the sons of Elpaal;
and Ishmerai, and Izliah, and Jobab, the sons of Elpaal,
And Ishmerai and Izliah and Jobab, the sons of Elpaal;
Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab were the sons of Elpaal.
And Ishmerai and Izliah, and Iobab, the sonnes of Elpaal,
and Ishmerai, and Jezliah, and Jobab, sons of Elpaal;
Ishmerai, Izliah, Jobab, the sons of Elpaal,
Ishmerai also, and Jezliah, and Jobab, the sons of Elpaal;
And Jesamari, and Jezlia, and Jobab, sons of Elphaal,
Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 8:18
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1 Chronicles 8:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/יִשְׁמְרַ֧י
וְ/יִזְלִיאָ֛ה
וְ/יוֹבָ֖ב
בְּנֵ֥י
אֶלְפָּֽעַל
וְ/יִשְׁמְרַ֧י
Yishmᵉray
H3461
Ishmerai
Conj | N-proper
וְ/יִזְלִיאָ֛ה
Yizlîyʼâh
H3152
Izliah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/יוֹבָ֖ב
Yôwbâb
H3103
Jobab
Conj | N-proper
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אֶלְפָּֽעַל
ʼElpaʻal
H508
Elpaal
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:18
וְ/יִשְׁמְרַ֧י
Yishmᵉray
H3461
"Ishmerai"
Conj | N-proper
Ishmerai means He keeps me, and refers to a Benjamite from the family of Elpaal, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.18; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Heber (H2268J), Izliah (H3152) and Jobab (H3103K) § Ishmerai = "He keeps me" a Benjamite of the family of Elpaal
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ishmerai. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:18.
וְ/יִזְלִיאָ֛ה
Yizlîyʼâh
H3152
"Izliah"
Conj | N-proper
Iziah was a Benjamite who lived during the Divided Monarchy, his name means 'whom God will preserve'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.18; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Heber (H2268J), Ishmerai (H3461) and Jobab (H3103K) § Jezliah = "whom God will preserve" a Benjamite of the sons of Elpaal
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Jezliah. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:18.
וְ/יוֹבָ֖ב
Yôwbâb
H3103
"Jobab"
Conj | N-proper
Jobab means a desert and was the name of several Israelites and foreigners, including a descendant of Joktan and a son of Elpaal, mentioned in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.18; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Heber (H2268J), Ishmerai (H3461) and Izliah (H3152) § Jobab = "a desert" 1) the last in order of the sons of Joktan, a descendant of Shem 2) one of the kings of Edom 3) the king of Madon, located in northern Canaan, and one of the kings who opposed Joshua during the conquest and who were routed at Meron 4) head of a Benjamite house 5) another Benjamite
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Jobab. See also: Genesis 10:29; 1 Chronicles 1:23; 1 Chronicles 8:18.
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
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 8:18
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Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
16Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.
17Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,
18Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab were the sons of Elpaal.
19Jakim, Zichri, Zabdi, 20Elienai, Zillethai, Eliel,1 Chronicles 8:18 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 8:18, tells us about the sons of Elpaal, named Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab. It's a simple statement but reminds us that every person is important to God, just like how Jesus taught that even the smallest among us is valued (Matthew 18:10). The Bible often lists families and their descendants to show how God keeps His promises across many generations, as seen in Exodus 2:24 and Luke 1:54-55. By including these details, the Bible teaches us about the importance of family, heritage, and God's enduring faithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Elpaal and why is he mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:18?
Elpaal was a descendant of Benjamin, as seen in 1 Chronicles 8, and is mentioned as the father of Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab, highlighting the importance of family lineages in the Bible, similar to the genealogies found in Genesis 5 and 1 Chronicles 1-9.
What can we learn from the names of Elpaal's sons, Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab?
The names of Elpaal's sons, although not extensively explained in the Bible, remind us that every individual is known and valued by God, as seen in Psalm 139:13-16, which describes God's intimate knowledge of each person.
How does 1 Chronicles 8:18 fit into the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section in 1 Chronicles that focuses on the genealogy of the Israelites, particularly the tribe of Benjamin, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's heritage and roots, as also seen in the genealogies of Jesus Christ in Matthew 1:1-17 and Luke 3:23-38.
What is the significance of recording the descendants of Benjamin in 1 Chronicles 8?
Recording the descendants of Benjamin, including Elpaal and his sons, serves to highlight God's faithfulness to His promises and covenants with the Israelites, as seen in Genesis 49:27 and Deuteronomy 33:12, which prophesied the future of the tribe of Benjamin.
Reflection Questions
- As you reflect on the families mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8, how does this remind you of your own family and your place within a larger community of believers?
- What does the meticulous recording of genealogies in the Bible, such as in 1 Chronicles 8:18, teach us about the value God places on each individual?
- How can understanding the ancestral roots of the Israelites, as described in verses like 1 Chronicles 8:18, deepen our appreciation for the biblical narrative and God's plan of salvation?
- In what ways can the simple statement of Ishmerai, Izliah, and Jobab being the sons of Elpaal encourage us to appreciate the often unsung heroes and ordinary people in our own families and communities?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:18
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 8:17].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:18
And Ahio, Shashak, and Jeremoth, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:18
(17-18) Seven sons of Elpaal.