Genesis 46:9
Genesis 46:9 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi;
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
And the sonnes of Reuben: Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.
And sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.
The sons of Ruben: Henoch and Phallu, and Hesron and Charmi.
Reuben’s sons were, – Hanok – Pallu – Hezron – Carmi
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Genesis 46:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֖י
רְאוּבֵ֑ן
חֲנ֥וֹךְ
וּ/פַלּ֖וּא
וְ/חֶצְר֥וֹן
וְ/כַרְמִֽי
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
רְאוּבֵ֑ן
Rᵉʼûwbên
H7205
Reuben
N-proper
חֲנ֥וֹךְ
Chănôwk
H2585
Hanoch
N-proper
וּ/פַלּ֖וּא
Pallûwʼ
H6396
Pallu
Conj | N-proper
וְ/חֶצְר֥וֹן
Chetsrôwn
H2696
Hezron
Conj | N-proper
וְ/כַרְמִֽי
Karmîy
H3756
Carmi
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 46:9
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.
רְאוּבֵ֑ן
Rᵉʼûwbên
H7205
"Reuben"
N-proper
Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, and the ancestor of the tribe of Reuben. He is mentioned in Genesis as the brother of Simeon, Levi, and Judah, and the father of Hanoch and Pallu.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.32; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Hanoch (H2585J), Pallu (H6396), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756) § Reuben = "behold a son" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Leah 2) the tribe descended from Reuben 3) the territory inhabited by the tribe of Reuben
Usage: Occurs in 68 OT verses. KJV: Reuben. See also: Genesis 29:32; Deuteronomy 27:13; Ezekiel 48:31.
חֲנ֥וֹךְ
Chănôwk
H2585
"Hanoch"
N-proper
Hanoch means dedicated and refers to several men in the Bible, including a son of Reuben and a son of Jared who was taken to heaven without dying, as seen in Genesis 5:24.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.9; son of: Reuben (H7205); brother of: Pallu (H6396), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756) Also named: cha.no.khi (חֲנֹכִי "Hanochite " H2599) § Enoch = "dedicated" 1) eldest son of Cain 2) son of Jared and father of Methuselah whom God took home to heaven without dying 3) the city which Cain built and named after his son Enoch (after himself) Hanoch = "dedicated" 4) a son of Midian, the third child 5) the eldest son of Reuben
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Enoch. See also: Genesis 4:17; Genesis 5:24; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
וּ/פַלּ֖וּא
Pallûwʼ
H6396
"Pallu"
Conj | N-proper
Pallu was an Israelite and the son of Reuben, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He is mentioned in the book of Genesis and was the father of Eliab, who was a leader in the Israelite community. Pallu's name means distinguished or special.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.9; son of: Reuben (H7205); brother of: Hanoch (H2585J), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756); father of: Eliab (H0446H) Also named: pal.lu.i (פַּלֻּאִי "Palluite" H6384) § Pallu or Phallu = "distinguished" the 2nd son of Reuben, father of Eliab, and progenitor of a family of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pallu, Phallu. See also: Genesis 46:9; Numbers 26:5; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
וְ/חֶצְר֥וֹן
Chetsrôwn
H2696
"Hezron"
Conj | N-proper
Hezron refers to a place in southern Judah and two Israelites. The name means surrounded by a wall, similar to Hazor.
Definition: Hezron = "surrounded by a wall" a place in the extreme south of Judah Another name of cha.tsor (חָצוֹר "Hazor" H2674G)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Hezron. See also: Genesis 46:9; Ruth 4:19; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
וְ/כַרְמִֽי
Karmîy
H3756
"Carmi"
Conj | N-proper
Karmi was an Israelite, a descendant of Judah, and the father of several children, including Hur and Jesher, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2. He had multiple wives, including Azubah and Ephrathah.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.2.9; son of: Hezron (H2696H); brother of: Ram (H7410), Jerahmeel (H3396), Segub (H7687H) and Ashhur (H0806); married to Azubah (H5806H), Jerioth (H3408), Ephrathah (H0672), Ephah (H5891H) and Maacah (H4601L); father of: Hur (H2354), Jesher (H3475), Shobab (H7727H), Ardon (H0715), Mareshah@1Ch.2.42 (H4337), Haran (H2771B), Moza (H4162), Gazez (H1495), Jahdai (H3056), Sheber (H7669), Tirhanah (H8647), Shaaph (H8174H), Sheva (H7724) and Achsah (H5915H); also called Carmi (NIV: Karmi) at 1Ch.4.1(?); Chelubai at 1Ch.2.9; Another name of ka.lev (כָּלֵב "Caleb" H3612H) § Carmi = "my vineyard" 1) the 4th son of Reuben and progenitor of the Carmites 2) a Judaite, father of Achan, the 'troubler of Israel' in the time of Joshua
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Carmi. See also: Genesis 46:9; Joshua 7:18; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
Study Notes — Genesis 46:9
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Context — The Children of Leah
7Jacob took with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons, and his daughters and granddaughters—all his offspring.
8Now these are the names of the sons of Israel (Jacob and his descendants) who went to Egypt: Reuben, Jacob’s firstborn.
9The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
10The sons of Simeon: Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul the son of a Canaanite woman. 11The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.Genesis 46:9 Summary
Genesis 46:9 lists the sons of Reuben, who was Jacob's firstborn son. This verse is important because it helps us understand the family tree of the Israelites and how they fit into the larger story of the Bible (Genesis 46:8). The sons of Reuben are Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi, and their names are recorded for us to remember the history of God's people (Numbers 26:5-6). By studying this verse, we can learn about the importance of family and legacy in the Bible, and how God works through generations to accomplish His plans (Psalm 100:5).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to list the sons of Reuben in Genesis 46:9?
The list of Reuben's sons is significant because it provides a genealogical record of the family of Jacob, which is essential for understanding the history of the Israelites (Genesis 46:8, Exodus 1:1-5).
What can we learn from the names of Reuben's sons?
The names of Reuben's sons, such as Hanoch and Pallu, may have cultural or spiritual significance, but the Bible does not provide explicit meanings for these names (Genesis 46:9, Numbers 26:5-6).
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of Genesis?
Genesis 46:9 is part of a larger narrative that describes Jacob's journey to Egypt, which is a pivotal moment in the history of the Israelites (Genesis 46:1-7, Genesis 47:1-31).
What is the significance of Reuben being Jacob's firstborn?
As Jacob's firstborn, Reuben held a special position in the family, but his actions and decisions would also have significant consequences (Genesis 35:22, Genesis 49:3-4).
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the way the Bible records the genealogy of Jacob's family, and how can I apply this to my own family's history?
- How do the names of Reuben's sons reflect the cultural and spiritual context of their time, and what can I learn from their examples?
- In what ways can I, like Reuben, seek to honor my family and my heritage, while also following God's will for my life?
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of family and legacy in the Bible, and how can I prioritize these values in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 46:9
And the sons of Reuben, Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi. From whom came the families named after them, of which they were the heads, Numbers 26:5.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 46:9
And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi. The sons of Rueben.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 46:9
(9) Reuben has four sons: Hanoch, Phallu, Hezron, Carmi. In these the genealogies all agree.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 46:9
9. = Exodus 6:14; Numbers 26:5-6. Hanoch] See Genesis 25:4, the name of a Midianite. Reuben took possession of Midianite land; see Joshua 13:21. Hezron, and Carmi] The name of Hezron (= “enclosure”) occurs again Genesis 46:12. The town of Hezron is in S. Judah, Joshua 15:3; Joshua 15:25 (?). Hezron as grandson of Judah, 1 Chronicles 2:5. Carmi (cerem = “vineyard”), the name of a clan; note termination in -i. “Beth-haccherem” occurs in Nehemiah 3:14, Jeremiah 6:1 as the name of a district in Judah. Compare LXX in Joshua 15:59, where Carem is one of several names added by LXX. Carmi as (?) grandson of Judah, 1 Chronicles 2:7.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 46:9
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.