1 Chronicles 9:7
1 Chronicles 9:7 in Multiple Translations
From the Benjamites: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah;
And of the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hasenuah,
And of the sons of Benjamin: Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah,
And of the sons of Benjamin: Sallu, the son of Meshullam, Judah, the son of Hassenuah,
From the Benjamites: Sallu son of Meshullam, son of Hodaviah, son of Hassenuah;
And of the sonnes of Beniamin, Sallu the sonne of Meshullam, the sonne of Hodauiah, the sonne of Hasenuah,
And of the sons of Benjamin: Sallu son of Meshullam, son of Hodaviah, son of Hassenuah,
Of the sons of Benjamin: Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah;
And of the sons of Benjamin; Sallu the son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hasenuah,
And of the sons of Benjamin: Sale the son of Mosollam, the son of Oduia, the son of Asana:
From the tribe of Benjamin, Sallu, the son of Meshullam. Meshullam was the son of Hodaviah; Hodaviah was the son of Hassenuah.
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 9:7
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Context — The People of Jerusalem
7From the Benjamites: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah;
8Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah; 9and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogy. All these men were heads of their families.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Nehemiah 10:20 | Magpiash, Meshullam, Hezir, |
| 2 | Nehemiah 11:7 | From the descendants of Benjamin: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Joed, the son of Pedaiah, the son of Kolaiah, the son of Maaseiah, the son of Ithiel, the son of Jeshaiah; |
| 3 | Nehemiah 8:4 | Ezra the scribe stood on a high wooden platform built for this occasion. At his right side stood Mattithiah, Shema, Anaiah, Uriah, Hilkiah, and Maaseiah, and at his left were Pedaiah, Mishael, Malchijah, Hashum, Hash-baddanah, Zechariah, and Meshullam. |
1 Chronicles 9:7 Summary
This verse is about a man named Sallu, who was from the tribe of Benjamin, and it lists his family lineage. The Bible is emphasizing the importance of family and community, just like in Psalm 127:3-5, where children are seen as a blessing from God. By listing specific individuals and their families, the Bible is showing us that every person is valuable and important to God, as seen in Jeremiah 1:5, where God says He knew us before we were born. This reminds us to appreciate our own family and heritage, and to recognize the value of every person in our community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the Benjamites mentioned specifically in 1 Chronicles 9:7?
The Benjamites are mentioned to highlight their importance in the tribe of Israel, as seen in Genesis 49:27, where Jacob blesses Benjamin as a tribe that will be powerful and fierce, and also because they were part of the kingdom of Judah, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:3.
What is the significance of Sallu son of Meshullam being listed in this verse?
Sallu son of Meshullam is listed as a notable figure from the Benjamites, indicating that he was a leader or a person of importance in his family, similar to how leaders are mentioned in Numbers 1:5-16, where Moses lists the leaders of each tribe.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is part of a larger list of families and leaders who returned from exile, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:2-9, highlighting the restoration of Israel after the Babylonian exile, which is also mentioned in Ezra 2:1-2 and Nehemiah 7:6-73.
What can we learn from the genealogies listed in 1 Chronicles 9:7?
The genealogies listed in this verse teach us about the importance of family and heritage in the biblical world, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:6-7, where God commands the Israelites to teach their children about His laws and commands.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's attention to detail in the lives of His people?
- How does the mention of specific individuals like Sallu son of Meshullam encourage us to value our own heritage and family history?
- In what ways can we apply the principle of honoring our family and leaders, as seen in this verse, to our own lives and relationships?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of community and belonging, as seen in the listing of families and leaders?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 9:7
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 9:7
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:7
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:7
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 9:7
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 9:7
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 9:7
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