1 Chronicles 8:2
1 Chronicles 8:2 in Multiple Translations
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah (fourth), and Rapha (fifth).
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fift.
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohaa the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
Nohah, and Rapha.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 8:2
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1 Chronicles 8:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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נוֹחָה֙
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֔י
וְ/רָפָ֖א
הַ/חֲמִישִֽׁי
נוֹחָה֙
Nôwchâh
H5119
Nohah
N-proper
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֔י
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
fourth
Art | Adj
וְ/רָפָ֖א
Râphâʼ
H7498
Rapha
Conj | N-proper
הַ/חֲמִישִֽׁי
chămîyshîy
H2549
fifth
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:2
נוֹחָה֙
Nôwchâh
H5119
"Nohah"
N-proper
Nohah was an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in Genesis 46:21 as a son of Benjamin. He had many brothers, including Bela and Becher.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.21; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043); also called Nohah at 1Ch.8.2; Another name of na.a.man (נַעֲמָן "Naaman" H5283G) § Nohah = "rest" the 4th son of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Nohah. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:2.
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֔י
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
"fourth"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means fourth, and is used to describe something that is four-sided or divided into four parts, like a square or a quarter.
Definition: 1) fourth 1a) fourth 1b) four square 1c) fourth part Aramaic equivalent: re.vi.ay (רְבִיעִי "fourth" H7244)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: foursquare, fourth (part). See also: Genesis 1:19; 1 Chronicles 8:2; Jeremiah 25:1.
וְ/רָפָ֖א
Râphâʼ
H7498
"Rapha"
Conj | N-proper
Rapha was the name of two Israelites, one of whom was a son of Benjamin, mentioned in Genesis 46:21 and 1 Chronicles 8:2.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.21; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043); also called Rapha at 1Ch.8.2; Another name of rosh (רֹאשׁ "Rosh" H7220) § Rapha = "tall" 1) son of Binea and a descendant of Saul 2) son of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Rapha. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:2; 1 Chronicles 8:37.
הַ/חֲמִישִֽׁי
chămîyshîy
H2549
"fifth"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means fifth, referring to something in the fifth position. It appears in Exodus 20:12, where honoring parents is the fifth commandment. This word is used to show order and sequence.
Definition: ordinal number, 5th
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: fifth (part). See also: Genesis 1:23; 1 Chronicles 2:14; Jeremiah 1:3.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:2
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Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
1Benjamin was the father of Bela his firstborn, Ashbel the second, Aharah the third,
2Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.
3The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud, 4Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,1 Chronicles 8:2 Summary
This verse lists the names of Benjamin's sons, including Nohah and Rapha, who were the fourth and fifth sons. This list is important because it shows that every person is valuable to God, just like it says in Psalm 139:13-16. The Bible records the names and birth order of Benjamin's sons to help us understand God's care and interest in every aspect of our lives, as seen in Matthew 10:29-31. By reading this verse, we can learn to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, just like the Bible teaches in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the list of Benjamin's sons in 1 Chronicles 8:2?
This list is important because it provides a genealogical record of the tribe of Benjamin, which is a part of the larger family of God's people, as seen in Genesis 29:1-30:24 and Exodus 1:1-7.
Why are Nohah and Rapha listed as the fourth and fifth sons of Benjamin?
The Bible does not provide specific details about Nohah and Rapha, but their inclusion in the list emphasizes the importance of every individual in God's family, as noted in Psalm 139:13-16 and Jeremiah 1:5.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about the history of God's people, from creation in Genesis 1:1 to the promise of eternal life in Revelation 21:1-4, and it helps to establish the context for the stories of faith and obedience that follow, such as in Hebrews 11:1-40.
What can we learn from the fact that the Bible records the names and birth order of Benjamin's sons?
This attention to detail demonstrates God's care and interest in every aspect of His people's lives, as seen in Matthew 10:29-31 and Luke 12:6-7, and it encourages us to trust in His sovereignty and provision.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be part of a larger family, and how does this verse help me understand my place in God's family?
- How can I apply the principle of every individual being important in God's eyes to my relationships with others?
- What does the inclusion of Nohah and Rapha in this list teach me about God's character and His love for every person?
- How can I use this verse as a reminder to trust in God's sovereignty and provision in my life?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:2
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth. Nohah is supposed by some to be the same with Becher, 1 Chronicles 7:6 and by others with Naaman, Genesis 46:21, as Rapha, the same with Rosh there.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:2
Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:2
1 Chronicles 8:2 Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth.Ver. 2. Rapha.] Alias Rosh.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:2
THE SONS OF AND BELA (1 Chronicles 8:1-5). (See Notes on 1 Chronicles 7:6-7.) Bela his first-born.—The Hebrew word for “firstborn” in Genesis 46:21 may have been turned into the proper name Becher, by an ancient mistake of the scribes. (See Note on 1 Chronicles 7:6.) Ashbel.—Probably the same as Jediael. Aharah the same as Ahiram and Ehirosh. (2) Nohah and Rapha.—These names do not occur in either of the other lists. The present series agrees with Numbers 26:38 in assigning five sons to Benjamin, of whom Bela is the first, and Ashbel the second. Further, there is enough likeness between the name Aharah here and Ahiram there to warrant our assumption of their original identity. But we cannot hence conclude that the Nohah and Rapha of our list answer to the Shephupham-Shupham and Hupham of the other. It is more likely that Nohah and Rapha represent different clans, which were prominent at the time when the present list was draughted. Rapha reminds us of the valley of Rephaim, south-west of Jerusalem, 1 Chronicles 11:15.
(3-5) The sons of Bela here are nine, like the sons of the suspected Becher, 1 Chronicles 7:8. But none of the names correspond. (3) Addar the same as Ard, who in Numbers 26 is eldest son of Bela, but in Genesis 46 apparently his youngest brother. Gera appears as brother of Bela in Genesis 46:21. The name is repeated in 1 Chronicles 8:5, probably by a scribe’s inadvertence; though there may have been two great Benjamite houses so designated. Abihud (4) and Abishua are peculiar to the present list. Naaman is a son of Bela in Numbers 26, a brother in Genesis 46. Ahoah is peculiar, unless he be identified with the Ehi of Genesis 46. Shephupham and Huram, younger sons of Bela in the present series, are in Gen. and Num. his younger brothers Muppim (Shuppim) and Huppim, or Shephupbam and Hupham. These fluctuations of statement are worth observing, because they demonstrate the vagueness of terms denoting various degrees of kindred, when used in describing tribal and clan relationships.