1 Chronicles 8:29
1 Chronicles 8:29 in Multiple Translations
Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah,
And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife’s name was Maachah:
And in Gibeon there dwelt the father of Gibeon, Jeiel, whose wife’s name was Maacah;
And in Gibeon was living the father of Gibeon, Jeiel, whose wife's name was Maacah;
Jeiel founded Gibeon and lived there. His wife was called Maacah.
And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon, and the name of his wife was Maachah.
And in Gibeon hath the father of Gibeon dwelt, and the name of his wife [is] Maachah;
The father of Gibeon, whose wife’s name was Maacah, lived in Gibeon
And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife's name was Maachah:
And at Gabaon dwelt Abigabaon, and the name of his wife was Maacha:
Another descendant of Benjamin was Jeiel. He lived in Gibeon town, and he was the leader there. His wife was Maacah.
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1 Chronicles 8:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְ/גִבְע֥וֹן
יָשְׁב֖וּ
אֲבִ֣י
גִבְע֑וֹן
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
אִשְׁתּ֖/וֹ
מַעֲכָֽה
וּ/בְ/גִבְע֥וֹן
Gibʻôwn
H1391
Gibeon
Conj | Prep | N-proper
יָשְׁב֖וּ
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
אֲבִ֣י
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms
גִבְע֑וֹן
Gibʻôwn
H1391
Gibeon
N-proper
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
name
Conj | N-ms
אִשְׁתּ֖/וֹ
ʼishshâh
H802
woman
N-fs | Suff
מַעֲכָֽה
Maʻăkâh
H4601
Maacah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:29
וּ/בְ/גִבְע֥וֹן
Gibʻôwn
H1391
"Gibeon"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Gibeon was a Levitical city in the region of Benjamin, located about 5 miles from Jerusalem, and is now known as el-Jib. The name means hill city, and it is mentioned in various KJV translations as Gibeon.
Definition: § Gibeon = "hill city" a Levitical city of Benjamin, modern 'el-Jib', which lies 5 miles or 8 km from Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: Gibeon. See also: Joshua 9:3; 2 Samuel 3:30; Isaiah 28:21.
יָשְׁב֖וּ
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
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.
אֲבִ֣י
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms
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.
גִבְע֑וֹן
Gibʻôwn
H1391
"Gibeon"
N-proper
Gibeon was a Levitical city in the region of Benjamin, located about 5 miles from Jerusalem, and is now known as el-Jib. The name means hill city, and it is mentioned in various KJV translations as Gibeon.
Definition: § Gibeon = "hill city" a Levitical city of Benjamin, modern 'el-Jib', which lies 5 miles or 8 km from Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: Gibeon. See also: Joshua 9:3; 2 Samuel 3:30; Isaiah 28:21.
וְ/שֵׁ֥ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
אִשְׁתּ֖/וֹ
ʼishshâh
H802
"woman"
N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.
Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.
מַעֲכָֽה
Maʻăkâh
H4601
"Maacah"
N-proper
Maacah is a name that refers to a place in Syria, several Israelites, and some women, meaning 'oppression'. It's also the name of a city with a king in Israel. The name appears in the Bible as 'Maachah' or 'Maacah'.
Definition: Maachah = "oppression" a city with a king that continued within Israel Also named: ma.a.kha.ti (מַעֲכָתִי "Maacathite" H4602)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Maachah, Maachathites. See also H1038 (בֵּית מַעֲכָה). See also: Genesis 22:24; 1 Chronicles 7:15; 2 Chronicles 15:16.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:29
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 8:29
Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
27Jaareshiah, Elijah, and Zichri were the sons of Jeroham.
28All these were heads of families, the chiefs according to their genealogies, and they lived in Jerusalem.
29Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah,
30and Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Nadab, 31Gedor, Ahio, Zecher,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 9:35–38 | Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. |
1 Chronicles 8:29 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 8:29, tells us about a man named Jeiel who lived in a place called Gibeon with his wife, Maacah. It's a simple statement, but it reminds us that families and communities are important in the Bible, just like they are in our lives today (as seen in Ephesians 3:14-15 and Acts 2:42-47). The fact that Jeiel is mentioned by name, along with his wife and children, shows that every person has a special place in God's story, and that our individual stories are connected to the larger story of God's people, as discussed in Romans 11:16-24 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-27.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jeiel in 1 Chronicles 8:29 and what is his significance?
Jeiel is the father of Gibeon and is listed as a head of a family in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin, as seen in 1 Chronicles 8:29, similar to other family leaders mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:28. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of family lineage in the Bible, as also noted in Genesis 5:1 and Exodus 6:14.
What can we learn about Jeiel's family life from 1 Chronicles 8:29?
From 1 Chronicles 8:29, we know that Jeiel was married to a woman named Maacah, and they had children, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:30. This brief glimpse into Jeiel's family life reminds us of the importance of family and marriage, as emphasized in Ephesians 5:22-33 and 6:1-4.
Why is the location of Gibeon significant in 1 Chronicles 8:29?
Gibeon is mentioned in several places in the Bible, including Joshua 9:3-27, where it is noted as a city of the Hivites. The fact that Jeiel lived in Gibeon, as stated in 1 Chronicles 8:29, may indicate a connection between his family and the city's history, highlighting the complex relationships between different tribes and cities in the biblical narrative, as seen in Judges 19:12-14 and 20:4-5.
How does 1 Chronicles 8:29 contribute to our understanding of the biblical concept of family and community?
The mention of Jeiel and his family in 1 Chronicles 8:29 underscores the value placed on family and community in the Bible, as also seen in Psalms 127:1-5 and Proverbs 22:6. This verse reminds us that our individual identities are often tied to our family and community affiliations, reflecting the broader biblical theme of covenant and belonging, as expressed in Deuteronomy 29:10-13 and Hebrews 11:8-10.
Reflection Questions
- What does the fact that Jeiel is identified as the 'father of Gibeon' reveal about the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative?
- How can we apply the principle of honoring our family and community, as seen in 1 Chronicles 8:29, to our own lives and relationships?
- In what ways does the brief mention of Jeiel's wife, Maacah, in 1 Chronicles 8:29, remind us of the significance of marriage and partnership in the Bible, as also discussed in Proverbs 31:10-31 and 1 Peter 3:1-7?
- What can we learn from the way the Bible weaves together stories of individual families, like Jeiel's, to form a larger narrative of God's people, as seen in 1 Chronicles 8 and other genealogical passages, such as Genesis 5 and Matthew 1?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:29
And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon,.... The builder of the city, and prince of the inhabitants of it, which was in the tribe of Benjamin, Joshua 18:25 whose name was Jehiel, 1 Chronicles 9:35,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:29
And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife's name was Maachah: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
The father of Gibeon, i.e. the chief or ruler of the Benjamites dwelling there.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
1 Chronicles 8:29 And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife’ s name [was] Maachah: Ver. 29. Whose wife’ s name was Maachah.] Who was surely an honour to her husband, with whom she is therefore once and again memorised. See 1 Chronicles 7:15-16.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
THE OF GIBEON, THE ROYAL HOUSE OF SAUL (1 Chronicles 8:29-40). 1 Chronicles 8:29-38 recur at 1 Chronicles 9:35-44. (29) At Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon.—His name (Jehiel) has been accidentally omitted. (See 1 Chronicles 9:35.) The verb dwelt is plural, “they dwelt;” a sufficient indication that the “father of Gibeon” merely represents the original population of that place under a collective name. Maachah would be a place in the neighbourhood. Gibeon.—Now el-Jib, about eight miles north-west of Jerusalem.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:29
Verse 29. And at Gibeon] This passage to the end of the 38th verse is found with a little variety in the names, 1 Chronicles 9:35-44. The rabbins say that Ezra, having found two books that had these passages with a variety in the names, as they agreed in general, he thought best to insert them both, not being able to discern which was the best. His general plan was to collate all the copies he had, and to follow the greater number when he found them to agree; those which disagreed from the majority were thrown aside as spurious; and yet, in many cases, probably the rejected copies contained the true text. If Ezra proceeded as R. Sol. Jarchi says, he had a very imperfect notion of the rules of true criticism; and it is no wonder that he has left so many faults in his text.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 8:29
29–32 (= ch. 1 Chronicles 9:35-38). The Genealogy of Jeiel 29. the father of Gibeon] R.V. the father of Giboon Jeiel; cp. 1 Chronicles 9:35, R.V.