Genesis 46:17
Genesis 46:17 in Multiple Translations
The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.
¶ And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel.
And the sons of Asher: Imnah, and Ishvah, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister; and the sons of Beriah: Heber, and Malchiel.
And the sons of Asher: Jimnah and Ishvah and Ishvi and Beriah, and Sarah, their sister; and the sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.
Also the sonnes of Asher: Iimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister. And the sonnes of Beriah: Heber, and Malchiel.
And sons of Asher: Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister. And sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and Serah their sister. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.
And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister. And the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel.
The sons of Aser: Jamne and Jesua and Jessuri and Beria, and Sara their sister. The sons of Beria: Heber and Melchiel.
Jacob and Zilpah’s younger son was Asher. Asher’s sons were, – Imnah – Ishvah – Ishvi – Beriah Asher also had a daughter called Serah. Beriah’s sons were, – Heber – Malkiel
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Genesis 46:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֣י
אָשֵׁ֗ר
יִמְנָ֧ה
וְ/יִשְׁוָ֛ה
וְ/יִשְׁוִ֥י
וּ/בְרִיעָ֖ה
וְ/שֶׂ֣רַח
אֲחֹתָ֑/ם
וּ/בְנֵ֣י
בְרִיעָ֔ה
חֶ֖בֶר
וּ/מַלְכִּיאֵֽל
וּ/בְנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
אָשֵׁ֗ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
N-proper
יִמְנָ֧ה
Yimnâh
H3232
Imnah
N-proper
וְ/יִשְׁוָ֛ה
Yishvâh
H3438
Ishvah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/יִשְׁוִ֥י
Yishvîy
H3440
Ishvi
Conj | N-proper
וּ/בְרִיעָ֖ה
Bᵉrîyʻâh
H1283
Beriah
Conj | N-proper
וְ/שֶׂ֣רַח
Serach
H8294
Serah
Conj | N-proper
אֲחֹתָ֑/ם
ʼâchôwth
H269
sister
N-fs | Suff
וּ/בְנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
בְרִיעָ֔ה
Bᵉrîyʻâh
H1283
Beriah
N-proper
חֶ֖בֶר
Cheber
H2268
Heber
N-proper
וּ/מַלְכִּיאֵֽל
Malkîyʼêl
H4439
Malchiel
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 46:17
וּ/בְנֵ֣י
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.
אָשֵׁ֗ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
"Asher"
N-proper
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and one of the twelve tribes of Israel, mentioned in Genesis 30:13. The tribe of Asher was known for its happy and blessed people. Asher is also the name of a region in Palestine.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.13; son of: Israel (H3478) and Zilpah (H2153); brother of: Gad (H1410); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294); also translated "pine" or "cypress wood" at Ezk.27.6(?); Ashurite at 2Sa.2.9(?); § Asher = "happy" 1) son of Jacob and Zilpah 2) the tribe descended from Asher 3) a city east of Shechem in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Asher See also: Genesis 30:13; Joshua 17:11; Ezekiel 48:34.
יִמְנָ֧ה
Yimnâh
H3232
"Imnah"
N-proper
Imnah means right hand and refers to two Israelites, one the father of Kore, and the other a descendant of Asher, in 2 Chronicles 31:14.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.31.14; father of: Kore (H6981H) § Imna or Imnah or Jimnah = "right hand" 1) the 1st born son of Asher 2) a Levite, descendant of Imnah, who assisted in the reforms of Hezekiah n patr 3) descendants of Imnah, son of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Imna, Imnah, Jimnah, Jimnites. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:30; 2 Chronicles 31:14.
וְ/יִשְׁוָ֛ה
Yishvâh
H3438
"Ishvah"
Conj | N-proper
Ishvah was the second son of Asher, mentioned in Genesis 46:17. His name means 'he will resemble' and he had several brothers, including Imnah and Beriah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.17; son of: Asher (H0836); brother of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294) § Ishuai or Isuah = "he will resemble" the 2nd son of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Ishvah, Isvah. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:30.
וְ/יִשְׁוִ֥י
Yishvîy
H3440
"Ishvi"
Conj | N-proper
Ishvi was a man in the Bible, the son of King Saul and Ahinoam, and brother of Jonathan and Michal. He is mentioned in 1 Samuel 14:49. Ishvi was part of the tribe of Benjamin.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.14.49; son of: Saul (H7586G) and Ahinoam (H0293); brother of: Jonathan (H3083H), Malchi-shua (H4444), Merab (H4764) and Michal (H4324); half-brother of: Ish-bosheth (H0378), Armoni (H0764) and Mephibosheth (H4648H); also called Ishvi (KJV: Ishui) at 1Sa.14.49; Another name of a.vi.na.dav (אֲבִינָדָב "Abinadab" H0041H) § Ishui or Ishuai or Isui or Jesui = "he resembles me" 1) the 2nd son of Saul by his wife Ahinoam 2) the 3rd son of Asher and founder of the family of Ishuaites
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Ishuai, Ishvi, Isui, Jesui. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Samuel 14:49; 1 Chronicles 7:30.
וּ/בְרִיעָ֖ה
Bᵉrîyʻâh
H1283
"Beriah"
Conj | N-proper
Beriah was the name of several Israelites, including a Levite and a Benjamite, and means with a friend. It appears in various biblical accounts, including 1 Chronicles, as the name of different individuals.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.23.10; son of: Shimei (H8096G); brother of: Jahath (H3189I), Zizah (H2126) and Jeush (H3266J) § Beriah = "with a friend" 1) a son of Asher 2) a son of Ephraim 3) a Benjamite 4) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Beriah. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:31; 1 Chronicles 23:11.
וְ/שֶׂ֣רַח
Serach
H8294
"Serah"
Conj | N-proper
Serach was a woman from the tribe of Asher, mentioned in Genesis 46:17. Her name means the prince breathed, and she was the daughter of Asher and sister of Imnah and others.
Definition: A woman of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.17; daughter of: Asher (H0836); sister of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440) and Beriah (H1283) § Serah = "the prince breathed" 1) daughter of Asher 1a) also 'Sarah'
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Sarah, Serah. See also: Genesis 46:17; Numbers 26:46; 1 Chronicles 7:30.
אֲחֹתָ֑/ם
ʼâchôwth
H269
"sister"
N-fs | Suff
A sister in the Bible can be a biological sibling, a half-sister, or a close relative. In Genesis 4:2, Cain's sister is not named, but in Genesis 24:15, Rebekah is Isaac's cousin and future wife.
Definition: 1) sister 1a) sister (same parents) 1b) half-sister (same father) 1c) relative 1c1) (metaph) of Israel's and Judah's relationship 1d) beloved 1d1) bride 1e) (fig.) of intimate connection 1f) another
Usage: Occurs in 104 OT verses. KJV: (an-) other, sister, together. See also: Genesis 4:22; 2 Samuel 13:22; Proverbs 7:4.
וּ/בְנֵ֣י
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.
בְרִיעָ֔ה
Bᵉrîyʻâh
H1283
"Beriah"
N-proper
Beriah was the name of several Israelites, including a Levite and a Benjamite, and means with a friend. It appears in various biblical accounts, including 1 Chronicles, as the name of different individuals.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.23.10; son of: Shimei (H8096G); brother of: Jahath (H3189I), Zizah (H2126) and Jeush (H3266J) § Beriah = "with a friend" 1) a son of Asher 2) a son of Ephraim 3) a Benjamite 4) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Beriah. See also: Genesis 46:17; 1 Chronicles 7:31; 1 Chronicles 23:11.
חֶ֖בֶר
Cheber
H2268
"Heber"
N-proper
Heber was a man in the Bible, including a Kenite and three Israelites, with the name meaning 'comrade'. One Heber was the husband of Jael, who killed Sisera, and is mentioned in the book of Judges. Heber is also the name of several other biblical figures.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.17; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Ishmerai (H3461), Izliah (H3152) and Jobab (H3103K) § Heber = "comrade" 1) the Kenite, husband of Jael, who slew Sisera by driving a nail into his temple 2) grandson of Asher from whom came the Heberites 3) father of Socho, a Judahite 4) a Benjamite 5) another Benjamite 6) a Gadite
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Heber. See also: Genesis 46:17; Judges 5:24; 1 Chronicles 8:17.
וּ/מַלְכִּיאֵֽל
Malkîyʼêl
H4439
"Malchiel"
Conj | N-proper
Malchiel means my king is God, the son of Beriah and grandson of Asher, first mentioned in Genesis 46:17. He was an Israelite of the tribe of Asher. Malchiel lived during the time of Egypt and Wilderness.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.17; son of: Beriah (H1283); brother of: Heber (H2268); father of: Birzaith (H1269) Also named: mal.ki.e.li (מַלְכִּיאֵלִי "Malchielite" H4440) § Malchiel = "my king is God" the son of Beriah and grandson of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Malchiel. See also: Genesis 46:17; Numbers 26:45; 1 Chronicles 7:31.
Study Notes — Genesis 46:17
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Context — The Children of Zilpah
15These are the sons of Leah born to Jacob in Paddan-aram, in addition to his daughter Dinah. The total number of sons and daughters was thirty-three.
16The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli.
17The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.
18These are the sons of Jacob born to Zilpah—whom Laban gave to his daughter Leah—sixteen in all. 19The sons of Jacob’s wife Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 49:20 | Asher’s food will be rich; he shall provide royal delicacies. |
| 2 | Genesis 30:13 | Leah said, “How happy I am! For the women call me happy.” So she named him Asher. |
| 3 | Numbers 1:13 | from Asher, Pagiel son of Ocran; |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 2:2 | Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. |
| 5 | Numbers 26:44–46 | These were the descendants of Asher by their clans: The Imnite clan from Imnah, the Ishvite clan from Ishvi, and the Beriite clan from Beriah. And these were the descendants of Beriah: the Heberite clan from Heber and the Malchielite clan from Malchiel. And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah. |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 7:30–40 | The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber, as well as Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith. Heber was the father of Japhlet, Shomer, and Hotham, and of their sister Shua. The sons of Japhlet: Pasach, Bimhal, and Ashvath. These were Japhlet’s sons. The sons of Shemer: Ahi, Rohgah, Hubbah, and Aram. The sons of his brother Helem: Zophah, Imna, Shelesh, and Amal. The sons of Zophah: Suah, Harnepher, Shual, Beri, Imrah, Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera. The sons of Jether: Jephunneh, Pispa, and Ara. The sons of Ulla: Arah, Hanniel, and Rizia. All these were the descendants of Asher—heads of their families, choice and mighty men of valor, and chiefs among the leaders. The number of men fit for battle, recorded in their genealogies, was 26,000. |
| 7 | Genesis 35:26 | And the sons of Leah’s maidservant Zilpah were Gad and Asher. These are the sons of Jacob, who were born to him in Paddan-aram. |
| 8 | Numbers 1:40–41 | From the sons of Asher, according to the records of their clans and families, counting the names of all those twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army, those registered to the tribe of Asher numbered 41,500. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 33:24 | And concerning Asher he said: “May Asher be the most blessed of sons; may he be the most favored among his brothers and dip his foot in oil. |
Genesis 46:17 Summary
Genesis 46:17 lists the children of Asher, one of Jacob's sons, and provides a glimpse into the family tree of the Israelites. This verse shows us that God cares about every individual and family, and that He is interested in the details of our lives (as seen in Psalm 139:17-18). By studying this verse, we can learn about the importance of family, legacy, and honoring our heritage, and be encouraged to trust in God's plan for our lives, just as Jacob did (Genesis 46:1-4).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the children of Asher mentioned in Genesis 46:17?
The children of Asher are Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah, as listed in Genesis 46:17. This is part of the larger family tree of Jacob, as described in Genesis 46:15-19.
What is the significance of the sons of Beriah being listed separately?
The sons of Beriah, Heber and Malchiel, are listed separately in Genesis 46:17 to provide a more detailed account of Jacob's descendants, similar to the listing of the sons of Gad in Genesis 46:16.
How does the listing of Asher's children relate to the larger narrative of Genesis?
The listing of Asher's children in Genesis 46:17 is part of the narrative of Jacob's family moving to Egypt, as described in Genesis 46:1-7, and serves to highlight the fulfillment of God's promise to make Jacob's family a great nation, as seen in Genesis 28:14.
What can we learn about family and legacy from Genesis 46:17?
Genesis 46:17 teaches us about the importance of family and legacy, as seen in the careful recording of Jacob's descendants, and reminds us of the value of knowing and honoring our heritage, as encouraged in Psalm 78:4 and Deuteronomy 4:9-10.
Reflection Questions
- What does the detailed listing of Asher's children reveal about God's care for individuals and families?
- How can I apply the principle of honoring my heritage, as seen in Genesis 46:17, to my own life and relationships?
- What does the mention of Serah, Asher's sister, teach us about the value and role of women in the biblical family?
- In what ways can I reflect on my own family tree and legacy, and how can I use this reflection to deepen my faith and trust in God?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 46:17
And the sons of Asher,.... Another son of Jacob by Leah's maid Zilpah, whose sons were, Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister; who is called Sarah, Numbers 26:46, and by the Septuagint here.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 46:17
And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel. The sons of Asher - Ishuah, Isui.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 46:17
(17) Asher has four sons: Numbers 26:44-45. 1 Chronicles 7:30. Jimnah,Jimna,Imnah,Ishuah,(omitted)Isuah,Isui,Jesui,Ishuai,Beriah.Beriah.Beriah.The sister is everywhere Serach, though called Serah here, and Sarah in Numbers. The three documents all agree in the names of Heber and Malchiel, sons of Beriah.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 46:17
17. Ishvi] This name, omitted in Num., is probably due to the erroneous repetition of “Ishvah.” Serah their sister] Notice the solitary mention of a female descendant in the younger generation. Heber, and Malchiel] It is tempting to compare Ḥ ?eber = “confederate” (1 Chronicles 4:18), with the Ḥ ?abiri, and Malchiel with Milkili, the name of a prince of Southern Canaan in the Tel-el-Amarna tablets.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 46:17
THE MUSTER-ROLL OF ISRAEL, Genesis 46:8-27. “There is a painstaking minuteness in the dates and statistics of this history, which stands in wonderful contrast with the round numbers and vague statements of mythical narratives.