1 Chronicles 8:31
1 Chronicles 8:31 in Multiple Translations
Gedor, Ahio, Zecher,
And Gedor, and Ahio, and Zacher.
and Gedor, and Ahio, and Zecher.
And Gedor and Ahio and Zechariah and Mikloth.
Gedor, Ahio, Zeker,
And Gidor, and Ahio, and Zacher.
and Gedor, and Ahio, and Zacher;
Gedor, Ahio, Zecher,
And Gedor, and Ahio, and Zacher.
And Gedor, and Ahio, and Zacher, and Macelloth:
Gedor, Ahio, Zeker,
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1 Chronicles 8:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/גְד֥וֹר
וְ/אַחְי֖וֹ
וָ/זָֽכֶר
וּ/גְד֥וֹר
Gᵉdôr
H1446
Gedor
Conj | N-proper
וְ/אַחְי֖וֹ
ʼAchyôw
H283
Ahio
Conj | N-proper
וָ/זָֽכֶר
Zeker
H2144
Zecher
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:31
וּ/גְד֥וֹר
Gᵉdôr
H1446
"Gedor"
Conj | N-proper
Gedor refers to a place in Palestine and three Israelites, including a Benjamite living during the United Monarchy, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:31.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.31; son of: Abiel (H0022) and Maacah (H4601N); brother of: Kish (H7027), Ner (H5369), Abdon (H5658J), Zur (H6698I), Baal (H1168B), Nadab (H5070J), Ahio (H0283I), Zecher (H2144) and Mikloth (H4732) § Gedor = "wall" 1) a son of Penuel 2) a son of Jered 3) a Benjamite of Gibeon 4) a town in the mountainous part of Judah a few miles north of Hebron
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Gedor. See also: Joshua 15:58; 1 Chronicles 4:39; 1 Chronicles 12:8.
וְ/אַחְי֖וֹ
ʼAchyôw
H283
"Ahio"
Conj | N-proper
Ahio was a man from the tribe of Benjamin, son of Abiel and Maacah, and brother of several notable men. His name means 'brotherly' and he is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:31.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.31; son of: Abiel (H0022) and Maacah (H4601N); brother of: Kish (H7027), Ner (H5369), Abdon (H5658J), Zur (H6698I), Baal (H1168B), Nadab (H5070J), Gedor (H1446I), Zecher (H2144) and Mikloth (H4732) § Ahio = "brotherly" or "fraternal" 1) son of Abinadab who sheltered the ark 2) a Benjamite 3) another Benjamite of Saul's ancestry
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Ahio. See also: 2 Samuel 6:3; 1 Chronicles 8:31; 1 Chronicles 13:7.
וָ/זָֽכֶר
Zeker
H2144
"Zecher"
Conj | N-proper
Zeker was an Israelite from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:31, and was the son of Abiel and Maacah. He had several brothers, including Kish and Ner. Zeker is also known as Zechariah in some Bible translations.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.31; son of: Abiel (H0022) and Maacah (H4601N); brother of: Kish (H7027), Ner (H5369), Abdon (H5658J), Zur (H6698I), Baal (H1168B), Nadab (H5070J), Gedor (H1446I), Ahio (H0283I) and Mikloth (H4732); also called Zechariah at 1Ch.9.37; Also named: ze.khar.yah (זְכַרְיָהוּ "Zechariah" H2148x) § Zacher = "remembrance" a Gibeonite
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Zeker. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:31.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:31
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Context — Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
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,
32and Mikloth, who was the father of Shimeah. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. 33Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 9:37 | Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. |
1 Chronicles 8:31 Summary
This verse lists the names of Gedor, Ahio, and Zecher, who were part of the family line of Jeiel, the father of Gibeon. These names may seem insignificant at first, but they are part of a larger story of God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in (Genesis 12:1-3) and (Psalm 100:5). By remembering our spiritual heritage, we can appreciate the ways in which God has worked throughout history to bring us to where we are today, and we can look forward to the future with hope and confidence, as promised in (Jeremiah 29:11). As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we fit into the larger story of God's people and how we can contribute to the narrative of faith.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in 1 Chronicles 8:31?
The names Gedor, Ahio, and Zecher are part of a larger genealogy in 1 Chronicles, which helps to establish the family lines and heritage of the Israelites, as seen in Genesis 5:1 and Exodus 6:14.
How do these names relate to the rest of the Bible?
These names are part of the larger narrative of the Bible, connecting to the stories of the Israelites in the Old Testament and ultimately pointing to the coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in Isaiah 11:1 and fulfilled in Luke 3:23-38.
Why are there so many names listed in 1 Chronicles?
The listing of names in 1 Chronicles serves to emphasize the importance of family, heritage, and community in the biblical narrative, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:7 and Psalm 127:3-5.
What can we learn from the genealogies in the Bible?
The genealogies in the Bible, such as 1 Chronicles 8:31, teach us about the importance of remembering our spiritual heritage and the faithfulness of God throughout history, as seen in Psalm 78:1-8 and Acts 7:1-53.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be part of a larger family or community, and how can I appreciate my own heritage?
- How can I learn from the examples of faithfulness and obedience in the biblical genealogies?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's people, and how can I contribute to the narrative of faith?
- How can I balance the importance of remembering the past with the need to look forward to the future and the coming of Jesus Christ?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:31
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 8:30].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:31
And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife's name was Maachah: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:31
(31) Ahio.—The recurrence of this name here lends some support to the Authorised Version in 1 Chronicles 8:14. Zacher.—Heb., Zecher (comp. Shamer-Shemer), the Zechariah of 1 Chronicles 9:37, which is in fact the full form of the name. Such abbreviations are common. (See 1 Chronicles 5:26, Note.) After Zecher, the phrase and Mikloth has dropped out of the text, because 1 Chronicles 8:32 begins with the same words. (See 1 Chronicles 9:33.)
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 8:31
31. and Zacher] Read with 1 Chronicles 9:37, and Zechariah, and Mikloth, the latter name having probably fallen out through homœoteleuton.