1 Chronicles 8:39
1 Chronicles 8:39 in Multiple Translations
The sons of his brother Eshek: Ulam was his firstborn, Jeush second, and Eliphelet third.
And the sons of Eshek his brother were, Ulam his firstborn, Jehush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
And the sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his first-born, Jeush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
And the sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his oldest son, Jeush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
The sons of his brother Eshek: Ulam (firstborn), Jeush (second), and Eliphelet (third).
And the sonnes of Eshek his brother were Vlam his eldest sonne, Iehush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
And sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his first-born, Jehush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
The sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his firstborn, Jeush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
And the sons of Eshek his brother were , Ulam his first-born, Jehush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
And the sons of Esec, his brother, were Ulam the firstborn, and Jehus the second, and Eliphelet the third.
Azel’s younger brother was Eshek. Eshek’s oldest son was Ulam. His other sons were Jeush and Eliphelet.
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1 Chronicles 8:39 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֖י
עֵ֣שֶׁק
אָחִ֑י/ו
אוּלָ֣ם
בְּכֹר֔/וֹ
יְעוּשׁ֙
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
וֶֽ/אֱלִיפֶ֖לֶט
הַ/שְּׁלִשִֽׁי
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
עֵ֣שֶׁק
ʻÊsheq
H6232
Eshek
N-proper
אָחִ֑י/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
N-ms | Suff
אוּלָ֣ם
ʼÛwlâm
H198
Ulam
N-proper
בְּכֹר֔/וֹ
bᵉkôwr
H1060
firstborn
N-ms | Suff
יְעוּשׁ֙
Yᵉʻûwsh
H3266
Jeush
N-proper
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
second
Art | Adj
וֶֽ/אֱלִיפֶ֖לֶט
ʼĔlîypheleṭ
H467
Eliphelet
Conj | N-proper
הַ/שְּׁלִשִֽׁי
shᵉlîyshîy
H7992
third
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 8:39
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | 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.
עֵ֣שֶׁק
ʻÊsheq
H6232
"Eshek"
N-proper
Eshek means oppressor, the name of a Benjamite living during the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:37 as the son of Binea.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.37; son of: Binea (H1150); brother of: Raphah (H7498) and Azel (H0682A); father of: Ulam (H0198H), Jeush (H3266I) and Eliphelet (H0467J); also called Eshek at 1Ch.8.39; Another name of el.a.sah (אֶלְעָשָׂה "Eleasah" H0501H) § Eshek = "oppressor" a Benjamite, late descendant of Saul
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Eshek. See also: 1 Chronicles 8:39.
אָחִ֑י/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
אוּלָ֣ם
ʼÛwlâm
H198
"Ulam"
N-proper
Ulam was a man from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:39. He was the son of Eleasah and brother of Jeush and Eliphelet. His name means 'their leader' or 'vestibule'.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.39; son of: Eleasah (H0501H); brother of: Jeush (H3266I) and Eliphelet (H0467J) § Ulam = "their leader: vestibule" 1) a Manassite 2) a Benjamite of Saul's family
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Ulam. See also: 1 Chronicles 7:16; 1 Chronicles 8:39; 1 Chronicles 8:40.
בְּכֹר֔/וֹ
bᵉkôwr
H1060
"firstborn"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to the firstborn child or animal, often holding a special status or responsibility. It appears in stories like Genesis and Exodus, highlighting the importance of birth order. The KJV translates it as 'eldest' or 'firstborn'.
Definition: 1) firstborn, firstling 1a) of men and women 1b) of animals 1c) noun of relation (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 96 OT verses. KJV: eldest (son), firstborn(-ling). See also: Genesis 10:15; Deuteronomy 21:17; Psalms 78:51.
יְעוּשׁ֙
Yᵉʻûwsh
H3266
"Jeush"
N-proper
Jeush was the name of an Edomite and four Israelites, including a son of King Rehoboam, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 11:19. His name means He hurries to aid, and he was a descendant of King Saul. Jeush is also translated as Jehush in some versions.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.19; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Mahalath (H4258H); brother of: Shemariah (H8114H), Zaham (H2093); half-brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Attai (H6262I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019G) § Jehush or Jeush = "He hurries to aid" 1) son of Eshek, a remote descendant of king Saul 2) a Gershonite Levite of the house of Shimei 3) son of king Rehoboam of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Jehush, Jeush. Compare H3274 (יְעִישׁ). See also: Genesis 36:5; 1 Chronicles 7:10; 2 Chronicles 11:19.
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
וֶֽ/אֱלִיפֶ֖לֶט
ʼĔlîypheleṭ
H467
"Eliphelet"
Conj | N-proper
Eliphelet is a name meaning God is deliverance, given to several Israelites, including one of David's sons and a Benjamite descendant of Jonathan.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.33 § Elpalet or Eliphalet or Eliphelet = "God is deliverance" 1) David's youngest son 2) one of David's mighty warriors 3) a Benjamite descendant of Jonathan 4) a leader of the clan of Adonikam 5) one of the line of Hashum
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Eliphalet, Eliphelet, Elpalet. See also: 2 Samuel 5:16; 1 Chronicles 8:39; Ezra 10:33.
הַ/שְּׁלִשִֽׁי
shᵉlîyshîy
H7992
"third"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means third in a sequence, like a third day or year. It is used in the Bible to describe time, rank, or quantity, such as the third day of creation in Genesis.
Definition: 1) third, one third, third part, third time 1a) ordinal number
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: third (part, rank, time), three (years old). See also: Genesis 1:13; 1 Kings 22:2; Isaiah 15:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 8:39
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Context — The Family of Saul
37Moza was the father of Binea. Raphah was his son, Eleasah his son, and Azel his son.
38Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of Azel.
39The sons of his brother Eshek: Ulam was his firstborn, Jeush second, and Eliphelet third.
40The sons of Ulam were mighty men of valor, archers, and they had many sons and grandsons—150 in all. All these were the descendants of Benjamin.1 Chronicles 8:39 Summary
This verse lists the sons of Eshek, including Ulam, Jeush, and Eliphelet, which shows us that God is interested in the details of our lives and our families. Just like the biblical practice of recording genealogies, we can learn to appreciate and value our own family histories and traditions, as seen in Psalm 100:4-5. By studying these verses, we can gain a deeper understanding of God's love and care for His people, and seek to follow His example in our own lives (1 Corinthians 10:31). As we reflect on this verse, we can ask God to help us honor Him with our lives and pass on a legacy of faith to those around us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Bible list so many genealogies, like the one in 1 Chronicles 8:39?
These genealogies are important because they show God's faithfulness to His people and their families over time, as seen in Genesis 12:2-3 and 1 Chronicles 16:13-14.
What can we learn from the fact that Ulam is listed as the firstborn of Eshek in 1 Chronicles 8:39?
This highlights the significance of family lineage and inheritance in biblical times, as explained in Deuteronomy 21:15-17 and 1 Chronicles 26:10.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of a larger section detailing the descendants of Benjamin, which helps to establish the historical and cultural context of the Israelites, as seen in 1 Chronicles 8:1-40 and Romans 11:1.
What is the spiritual significance of the names listed in this verse, such as Ulam, Jeush, and Eliphelet?
While the specific meanings of these names are not given in this verse, they may hold cultural or spiritual significance, as seen in the practice of naming children with meaningful names in biblical times, such as in Genesis 25:26 and Matthew 1:21.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of family and heritage in our lives?
- How can we apply the biblical concept of family lineage to our own families and communities?
- What does the listing of specific names, like Ulam and Jeush, say about God's attention to detail and care for individual lives?
- In what ways can we, like the descendants of Benjamin, seek to honor God with our lives and pass on a legacy of faith to future generations?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 8:39
And the sons of Eshek his brother,.... The brother of Azel; who he was is not known, unless he is the same with Elasah, as is conjectured: [were] Ulam his firstborn, Jehush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 8:39
And the sons of Eshek his brother were, Ulam his firstborn, Jehush the second, and Eliphelet the third. The sons of Eshek his brother were Ulam his first-born. The word is rightly translated here.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 8:39
(39) Eshek his brother—that is, the brother of Azel, and son of Eleasah (1 Chronicles 8:37). The elder line is first developed.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 8:39
39. Jehush] R.V. Jeush.