1 Chronicles 1:32
1 Chronicles 1:32 in Multiple Translations
The sons born to Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.
¶ Now the sons of Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan; Sheba, and Dedan.
And the sons of Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan: Sheba, and Dedan.
And the sons of Keturah, Abraham's servant-wife: she was the mother of Zimran and Jokshan and Medan and Midian and Ishbak and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.
The sons born to Keturah, Abraham's concubine. She gave birth to: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.
And Keturah Abrahams concubine bare sonnes, Zimran, and Iokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah: and the sonnes of Iokshan, Sheba, and Dedan.
And sons of Keturah, Abraham's concubine: she bare Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.
The sons of Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: she bore Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.
Now the sons of Keturah, Abraham's concubine: she bore Zimran, and Jokshan, and Medan, and Midian, and Ishbak, and Shuah. And the sons of Jokshan; Sheba, and Dedan.
And the sons of Cetura, Abraham’s concubine, whom she bore: Zamran, Jecsan, Madan, Madian, Jesboc, and Sue. And the sons of Jecsan, Saba, and Dadan. And the sons of Dadan: Assurim, and Latussim, and Laomin.
After Abraham’s wife Sarah died, he took another wife named Keturah. The sons of Abraham and Keturah were Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. Jokshan’s sons were Sheba and Dedan.
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Context — The Descendants of Abraham
32The sons born to Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.
33The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons. 34Abraham was the father of Isaac. The sons of Isaac: Esau and Israel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 25:1–4 | Now Abraham had taken another wife, named Keturah, and she bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. Jokshan was the father of Sheba and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were the Asshurites, the Letushites, and the Leummites. The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Keturah. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 25:23 | Dedan, Tema, Buz, and all who cut the corners of their hair; |
| 3 | Judges 6:1–6 | Again the Israelites did evil in the sight of the LORD; so He delivered them into the hand of Midian for seven years, and the hand of Midian prevailed against Israel. Because of the Midianites, the Israelites prepared shelters for themselves in the mountains, caves, and strongholds. Whenever the Israelites would plant their crops, the Midianites, Amalekites, and other people of the east would come up and invade them, encamping against them as far as Gaza and destroying the produce of the land. They left Israel with no sustenance, neither sheep nor oxen nor donkeys. For the Midianites came with their livestock and their tents like a great swarm of locusts. They and their camels were innumerable, and they entered the land to ravage it. Israel was greatly impoverished by Midian, and the Israelites cried out to the LORD. |
| 4 | Numbers 25:6 | Just then an Israelite man brought to his family a Midianite woman in the sight of Moses and the whole congregation of Israel while they were weeping at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
| 5 | Numbers 31:2 | “Take vengeance on the Midianites for the Israelites. After that, you will be gathered to your people.” |
| 6 | Genesis 37:28 | So when the Midianite traders passed by, his brothers pulled Joseph out of the pit and sold him for twenty shekels of silver to the Ishmaelites, who took him to Egypt. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 49:8 | Turn and run! Lie low, O dwellers of Dedan, for I will bring disaster on Esau at the time I punish him. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 25:13 | therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against Edom and cut off from it both man and beast. I will make it a wasteland, and from Teman to Dedan they will fall by the sword. |
| 9 | Isaiah 21:13 | This is the burden against Arabia: In the thickets of Arabia you must lodge, O caravans of Dedanites. |
| 10 | 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. |
1 Chronicles 1:32 Summary
This verse tells us about the sons of Keturah, who was Abraham's concubine. It lists their names and some of their descendants, showing how Abraham's family grew and expanded after Sarah's death (as seen in Genesis 25:1-4). The fact that Keturah's sons are included in this genealogy reminds us that God values all people and all families, regardless of their background or circumstances (as seen in Galatians 3:28). By studying this verse, we can learn more about the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative, and how it applies to our own lives today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Keturah and what was her relationship to Abraham?
Keturah was Abraham's concubine, as stated in 1 Chronicles 1:32, and is also mentioned in Genesis 25:1-4, where we learn that Abraham married her after Sarah's death.
What does it mean that Keturah's sons were born to her as Abraham's concubine?
In biblical times, a concubine was a woman who lived with a man and had children with him, but was not necessarily his wife, as seen in Genesis 25:6, where Abraham gives gifts to the sons of his concubines and sends them away.
Why are the descendants of Jokshan and Midian listed in this verse?
The descendants of Jokshan and Midian are listed because they are part of Abraham's family lineage, and their descendants would go on to play significant roles in Israel's history, as seen in Genesis 37:25-36, where Midianite traders are mentioned.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of 1 Chronicles?
This verse is part of the genealogical record in 1 Chronicles 1, which sets the stage for the rest of the book by establishing the family lines of key figures in Israel's history, including Abraham and his descendants, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 1:1-4.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about God's plan for families and lineage from this verse?
- How does the fact that Keturah was a concubine, rather than a wife, affect our understanding of her relationship with Abraham and her place in the biblical narrative?
- What role do you think the descendants of Jokshan and Midian played in the history of Israel, and what can we learn from their stories?
- How does this verse remind us of the importance of family and heritage in our own lives, and what are some ways we can honor our own family lines?
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Sermons on 1 Chronicles 1:32
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(Genesis) 40 - the Last Days of Abraham and the First Days of Jacob by S. Lewis Johnson | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reading from the book of Hosea, specifically verses 2-4. The passage talks about God's dispute with Judah and his punishment of Jacob accordin |
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Genesis 25:1-34 by John Calvin | John Calvin preaches on the story of Abraham, Keturah, Isaac, Ishmael, Esau, and Jacob, highlighting the complexities of human nature, divine election, and the consequences of prio |
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Jehovah Shalom by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Judges and the cycle of sin and repentance that the Israelites went through. He highlights the stories of Othniel, Ehud, and Debo |
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When Defeat Becomes Doctrine by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker passionately addresses the pursuit of self and how it aligns with the heart of Christ. He questions whether the pursuit of self can truly be considered |
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Bristol Conference 1976-15 Studies in the Judges by Bob Clark | Bob Clark discusses the life of Gideon from the book of Judges, emphasizing the importance of personal discipline and the need for a deep relationship with God. He highlights Gideo |
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A Vision of Revival by Sammy Tippit | In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful story of a spiritual revolution that took place in Romania. Despite facing tanks and machine guns, the people of Romania experienced a |
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Romans, 1978 - Part 5 by Norman Grubb | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a story from the Bible where 300 men came outside of the camp and blew trumpets. They broke pitchers in their hands and were ready for action. |







