Genesis 10:28
Genesis 10:28 in Multiple Translations
Obal, Abimael, Sheba,
And Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba,
and Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba,
And Obal and Abimael and Sheba
Obal, Abimael, Sheba,
And Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba,
and Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba,
Obal, Abimael, Sheba,
And Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba,
And Ebal, and Abimael, Saba,
Obal, Abimael, Sheba,
and the Obal mob, and the Abimayel mob, and the Sheba mob,
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 10:28
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Genesis 10:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
עוֹבָ֥ל
וְ/אֶת
אֲבִֽימָאֵ֖ל
וְ/אֶת
שְׁבָֽא
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
עוֹבָ֥ל
ʻÔwbâl
H5745
Obal
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
אֲבִֽימָאֵ֖ל
ʼĂbîymâʼêl
H39
Abimael
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שְׁבָֽא
Shᵉbâʼ
H7614
Sheba
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 10:28
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
עוֹבָ֥ל
ʻÔwbâl
H5745
"Obal"
N-proper
Obal was a son of Joktan, living during the time of the Patriarchs, and is first mentioned in Genesis 10. His name means stripped bare and he had several brothers. Obal is part of the ancient family tree.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.28; son of: Joktan (H3355); brother of: Almodad (H0486), Sheleph (H8026), Hazarmaveth (H2700), Jerah (H3392), Hadoram (H1913A), Uzal (H0187), Diklah (H1853), Abimael (H0039), Sheba (H7614H), Ophir (H0211), Havilah (H2341I) and Jobab (H3103) Also named: e.val (עֵיבָל "Obal" H5858A) § Obal = "stripped bare" a son of Joktan and the founder of an Arab tribe
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Obal. See also: Genesis 10:28.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֲבִֽימָאֵ֖ל
ʼĂbîymâʼêl
H39
"Abimael"
N-proper
Abimael was a son of Joktan, living during the time of the Patriarchs, and his name means 'my father is God'. He is first mentioned in Genesis 10:28. Abimael was a descendant of Shem and had many brothers.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.28; son of: Joktan (H3355); brother of: Almodad (H0486), Sheleph (H8026), Hazarmaveth (H2700), Jerah (H3392), Hadoram (H1913A), Uzal (H0187), Diklah (H1853), Obal (H5745), Sheba (H7614H), Ophir (H0211), Havilah (H2341I) and Jobab (H3103) § Abimael = "my father is El (God)" son of Joktan, descendant of Shem
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Abimael. See also: Genesis 10:28; 1 Chronicles 1:22.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
שְׁבָֽא
Shᵉbâʼ
H7614
"Sheba"
N-proper
Sheba was a region in southern Arabia, also the name of a man who was an ancestor of a tribe. The Queen of Sheba visited King Solomon, as told in 1 Kings 10. The region of Sheba was known for its wealth and trade.
Definition: § Sheba = "seven" or "an oath" a nation in southern Arabia
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Sheba, Sabeans. See also: Genesis 10:7; 2 Chronicles 9:3; Psalms 72:10.
Study Notes — Genesis 10:28
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- Genesis 10:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 10:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 10:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 10:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
- Sermons on Genesis 10:28
Context — The Semites
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 1:20–28 | And Joktan was the father of Almodad, Sheleph, Hazarmaveth, Jerah, Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah, Obal, Abimael, Sheba, Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All these were sons of Joktan. So from Shem came Arphaxad, Shelah, Eber, Peleg, Reu, Serug, Nahor, Terah, and Abram (that is, Abraham). The sons of Abraham were Isaac and Ishmael. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 10:1 | Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. |
| 3 | Genesis 25:3 | Jokshan was the father of Sheba and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were the Asshurites, the Letushites, and the Leummites. |
Genesis 10:28 Summary
Genesis 10:28 lists the names of three descendants of Joktan, including Obal, Abimael, and Sheba. These names are important because they help us understand the family relationships and geographical connections in the ancient world, as described in Genesis 10:25-32. The inclusion of these names in the biblical account reminds us that every person and family has a unique place in God's plan, as seen in Psalm 139:13-16 and Jeremiah 1:5. By studying these names and their context, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the complexity and richness of the biblical narrative, and the ways in which it reflects God's love and care for all people, as mentioned in Acts 10:34-35 and Romans 5:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the names listed in Genesis 10:28?
The names listed in Genesis 10:28, including Obal, Abimael, and Sheba, are important because they represent the descendants of Joktan, who was a son of Eber, as mentioned in Genesis 10:25. These names help to establish the genealogy of the ancient world and provide a connection to other biblical accounts, such as Genesis 11:15-17.
Are the names in Genesis 10:28 associated with any specific places or tribes?
Yes, the names in Genesis 10:28 are associated with various places and tribes, as mentioned in Genesis 10:29-30, which describes their territory extending from Mesha to Sephar, in the eastern hill country. This information helps to provide a geographical context for the biblical narrative, as seen in similar accounts in Genesis 2:10-14.
How does Genesis 10:28 fit into the broader context of the Bible?
Genesis 10:28 is part of the larger narrative of Genesis 10, which describes the descendants of Noah's sons, including Shem, Ham, and Japheth, as mentioned in Genesis 10:1. This chapter provides a foundation for understanding the diversity of nations and languages in the ancient world, as referenced in Genesis 11:1-9 and Acts 17:26.
What can we learn from the brief mention of these names in Genesis 10:28?
The brief mention of these names in Genesis 10:28 teaches us about the importance of genealogy and the value of preserving family history, as emphasized in Psalm 78:1-8 and 1 Chronicles 1-9. It also highlights the vastness of human diversity and the complexity of the biblical narrative, as seen in Romans 11:33-36.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these names in Genesis 10:28 reveal about God's attention to detail and care for individual people and families?
- How does the inclusion of these names in the biblical account encourage us to appreciate the diversity of human experience and culture?
- What can we learn from the fact that some of these names, such as Sheba, are mentioned in other biblical contexts, such as Genesis 25:3 and 1 Kings 10:1-13?
- In what ways does Genesis 10:28 contribute to our understanding of the biblical theme of the nations and their relationship to God's people, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and Revelation 21:24-26?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 10:28
And Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba. The first of these, Obal, or Aubal, as the Arabs pronounce, Bochart (t) is obliged to make his posterity pass over the straits of the Arabian Gulf out of Arabia
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 10:28
And Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba, Obal - or Ebal (1 Chronicles 1:22), supposed by Bochart to be identified with the Avalitae, a troglodyte tribe, who, emigrating from East Africa, settled in Southern
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
A different person from him , and the father of another people, having only the same name with him.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
(26-31) Joktan.—“The little one,” as being a younger son. Of the thirteen divisions of his family, few are of any importance, though several of the names are curious from their connection with the Arabic language. The Joktanite country was Arabia Felix, or Yemen, and as the people led a pastoral life without founding cities, the traces of their tribal names are insignificant. Those worth noting are Almodad, because it has the full form of the article, retained as Al in Arabic, but shortened in Hebrew into Ha. Hazarmaveth, “the court of death,” so called because of the unhealthiness of its climate, is now Hadramaut. Abimael means “the father of Mael.” While in Hebrew and Syriac men took the name of their father, in Arabic they often take the name of a son, with Abu or Abi (“father of”) prefixed. Sheba, the region afterwards famous for its commerce and its wealth of spices and precious stones. A Sheba also occurs among the race of Ham (see Genesis 10:7). Opbir: the name, probably, at first of a district of Oman in Arabia, but afterwards given to some port in India or Ceylon, from some fancied similarity. Havilah: some commentators consider that this is the same district as that previously occupied by the Cushites (Genesis 10:7); others argue that the two Havilahs are distinct, and that this is the region called Chawlân, in Northern Yemen.
It is, however, certain that the Hamites possessed this country prior to its being occupied by the Joktanites.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
Verse 28. See Clarke on Genesis 10:26.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 10:28
28. Obal] In 1 Chronicles 1:22 Ebal, where LXX Cod. B omits. Here several MSS. of the LXX omit the name. Sheba] See also Genesis 10:7 : presumably the Sabeans of south-west Arabia whose extant inscriptions shew that at one time they must have been a prosperous and civilized community. For the Queen of Sheba, see 1 Kings 10. For its exports of frankincense cf. Isaiah 60:6, Jeremiah 6:20. Its merchandise is mentioned in Job 6:19, Ezekiel 27:22, Psalms 72:10.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 10:28
28. Obal — Not identified. Abimael — Father of Mael. An Arabic style of naming. Among the Arabs a man is sometimes named from his son, as among the Hebrews from his father.
Sermons on Genesis 10:28
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(1 Kings) the Wisdom of Solomon by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of organization and order in the Bible. He uses the example of God organizing the Israelites in the book of Numbers to emphasiz |
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The Church's Threefold Temptation by Vance Havner | The sermon transcript discusses the importance of approaching church and sermons with a hungry heart, seeking blessings rather than finding faults. The speaker criticizes the tende |
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How Quickly We Turn Away by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher begins by acknowledging his unworthiness to stand in the pulpit and emphasizes his reliance on the righteousness of Jesus. He prays for the conviction |
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Christ Is Greater 03 Greater Than Solomon by Neil Fraser | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a scene of a man trapped in a burning building, desperately calling for help. Eventually, a fireman arrives and extends a ladder t |
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The Queen of Sheba by Phil Beach Jr. | Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of recognizing the greatness of Jesus Christ compared to the Queen of Sheba's admiration for King Solomon. He challenges the congregation t |
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His Excellent Greatness by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the excellent greatness of the Lord Jesus, drawing parallels between Him and Solomon's dominion, bounty, and glory. He highlights that only the Father f |
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She Came to Prove Solomon With Hard Questions. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of bringing our difficult questions to Christ, who surpasses even Solomon in wisdom. He encourages believers to approach Christ with a spirit o |