1 Chronicles 8:21
1 Chronicles 8:21 in Multiple Translations
Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath were the sons of Shimei.
And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimhi;
and Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimei,
And Adaiah and Beraiah and Shimrath, the sons of Shimei;
Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath were the sons of Shimei.
And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrah the sonnes of Shimei,
and Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, sons of Shimei;
Adaiah, Beraiah, Shimrath, the sons of Shimei,
And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimhi;
And Adaia, and Baraia, and Samareth, the sons of Semei.
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1 Chronicles 8:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/עֲדָיָ֧ה
וּ/בְרָאיָ֛ה
וְ/שִׁמְרָ֖ת
בְּנֵ֥י
שִׁמְעִֽי
וַ/עֲדָיָ֧ה
ʻĂdâyâh
H5718
Adaiah
Conj | N-proper
וּ/בְרָאיָ֛ה
Bᵉrâʼyâh
H1256
Beraiah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/שִׁמְרָ֖ת
Shimrâth
H8119
Shimrath
Conj | N-proper
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
שִׁמְעִֽי
Shimʻîy
H8096
Shimei
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:21
וַ/עֲדָיָ֧ה
ʻĂdâyâh
H5718
"Adaiah"
Conj | N-proper
Adaiah means Jehovah has adorned Himself, the name of eight Israelites, including a grandfather of king Josiah and a Levite. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 12:4 and was a native of Boscath.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Neh.12.4 Another name of id.do (עִדּוֹא ,עִדּוֹ "Iddo" H5714K) § Adaiah = "Jehovah has adorned Himself" 1) maternal grandfather of king Josiah of Judah and native of Boscath in the lowlands of Judah 2) a Gershonite Levite and ancestor of Asaph 3) a Benjamite, son of Shimhi 4) a priest, son of Jehoram 5) ancestor of Maaseiah, one of the captains who supported Jehoiada 6) a descendant of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 7) a descendant of another Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 8) a descendant of Pharez of the tribe of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Adaiah. See also: 2 Kings 22:1; 2 Chronicles 23:1; Nehemiah 11:12.
וּ/בְרָאיָ֛ה
Bᵉrâʼyâh
H1256
"Beraiah"
Conj | N-proper
Beraiah was an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:21 as a son of Shimei. His name means Jehovah has created, indicating his family's faith in God.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.21; son of: Shimei (H8096N); brother of: Jakim (H3356), Zichri (H2147H), Zabdi (H2067H), Elienai (H0462), Zillethai (H6769), Eliel (H0447H), Adaiah (H5718H) and Shimrath (H8119) § Beraiah = "Jehovah has created" son of Shimhi, a chief man of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Beraiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:21.
וְ/שִׁמְרָ֖ת
Shimrâth
H8119
"Shimrath"
Conj | N-proper
Shimrath was an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, son of Shimei. His name means guard, and he is mentioned in 1 Chronicles as part of the Benjamite family tree.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.21; son of: Shimei (H8096N); brother of: Jakim (H3356), Zichri (H2147H), Zabdi (H2067H), Elienai (H0462), Zillethai (H6769), Eliel (H0447H), Adaiah (H5718H) and Beraiah (H1256) § Shimrath = "guard" a Benjamite, son of Shimei
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shimrath. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:21.
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.
שִׁמְעִֽי
Shimʻîy
H8096
"Shimei"
N-proper
Shimei was a common name among Israelites, with at least 20 people having this name. One notable Shimei was the brother of David and son of Jesse, who lived during the United Monarchy.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.16.9; son of: Jesse (H3448); brother of: David (H1732), Eliab (H0446I), Abinadab (H0041I), Nethanel (H5417H), Raddai (H7288), Ozem (H0684), Zeruiah (H6870), Abigail (H0026H)(?) and Elihu (H0453J); father of: Jonadab (H3122); also called Shimei (KJV: Shimea) at 2Sa.21.21; Shammah at 1Sa.16.9; 17.13; Shimea at 1Ch.2.13; 20.7; Another name of shim.ah (שִׁמְעָה "Shimeah" H8093) § Shimei or Shimhi or Shimi or Shimea = "renowned" 1) a Benjamite, son of Gera of the house of Saul in the time of David 2) a Benjamite, son of Elah and commissariat officer in the time of Solomon 3) the Ramathite in charge of the vineyards of David 4) son of Gershon and grandson of Levi 5) a Levite, son of Jeduthun and chief of the 10th division of singers in the time of David 6) a Levite of the sons of Heman who took part in the purification of the temple in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah 7) a Levite, brother of Cononiah in charge of receiving the tithes and offerings in the reign of king Hezekiah of Judah 8) a Levite who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) a Judaite, son of Pedaiah and brother of Zerubbabel 10) a Simeonite, son of Zacchur 11) a Reubenite, son of Gog and father of Micah 12) one of the sons of Hashum who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 13) one of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 14) a Benjamite, son of Kish, father of Jair, and grandfather of Mordecai in the time of Esther 15) a Levite, son of Jahath, grandson of Gershon, and great grandson of Levi 16) Benjamite, father of Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath. Spelled 'Shimhi'
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Shimeah (from the margin), Shimei, Shimhi, Shimi. See also: Exodus 6:17; 1 Chronicles 3:19; Esther 2:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:21
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Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
19Jakim, Zichri, Zabdi,
20Elienai, Zillethai, Eliel,
21Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath were the sons of Shimei.
22Ishpan, Eber, Eliel, 23Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,1 Chronicles 8:21 Summary
This verse lists the sons of Shimei, including Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath, as part of the tribe of Benjamin. It shows how God keeps track of His people and cares about every individual, just like He does with us today (as seen in Psalm 139:1-6 and Jeremiah 1:5). The listing of names in the Bible, like in 1 Chronicles 8:21, reminds us that we are all part of a bigger story and have a special place in God's family (Romans 8:14-17). By knowing our own heritage and family history, we can better understand our identity and purpose in life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shimei in the Bible?
Shimei was a descendant of Benjamin, and his sons are listed in 1 Chronicles 8:21, including Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath, as part of the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin, which is also mentioned in Genesis 49:27 and Numbers 26:38.
What is the significance of the names listed in 1 Chronicles 8:21?
The names listed, such as Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath, are part of the genealogical record of the tribe of Benjamin and demonstrate God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Psalm 138:8 and Jeremiah 33:3.
How does this verse fit into the larger context of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of the genealogical section of 1 Chronicles, which establishes the heritage and lineage of the people of Israel, providing a foundation for understanding the historical accounts that follow, as seen in 1 Chronicles 1:1-9:44.
What can we learn from the family lines in 1 Chronicles 8:21?
The family lines in 1 Chronicles 8:21 demonstrate the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:7 and Psalm 127:3-5, highlighting God's desire for His people to know and honor their roots.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be part of a larger family lineage, and how can I honor my own heritage?
- How can I apply the concept of genealogy to my own spiritual journey, recognizing my place within the larger family of God?
- What does the listing of names in 1 Chronicles 8:21 reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- In what ways can I reflect on my own family history and lineage, and how can it inform my relationship with God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:21
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 8:19].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:21
And Ahio, Shashak, and Jeremoth, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:21
(19-21) Nine sons of Shimhi (Shimei being the same as Shema). This is the same Hebrew name as that which at 2 Samuel 16:5 seq. the Authorised Version renders by Shimei.