1 Chronicles 1:48
1 Chronicles 1:48 in Multiple Translations
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.
And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.
And Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his stead.
And at the death of Samlah, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river became king in his place,
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the River took over as king.
And Samlah dyed, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the riuer reigned in his stead.
and Samlah dieth, and reign in his stead doth Shaul from Rehoboth of the River;
Samlah died, and Shaul of Rehoboth by the River reigned in his place.
And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.
Semla also died, and Saul of Rohoboth, which is near the river, reigned in his stead.
When Samlah died, Shaul became the king. He was from Rehoboth city along the Euphrates river.
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1 Chronicles 1:48 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּ֖מָת
שַׂמְלָ֑ה
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֣ךְ
תַּחְתָּ֔י/ו
שָׁא֖וּל
מֵ/רְחֹב֥וֹת
הַ/נָּהָֽר
וַ/יָּ֖מָת
mûwth
H4191
to die
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שַׂמְלָ֑ה
Samlâh
H8072
Samlah
N-proper
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֣ךְ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
תַּחְתָּ֔י/ו
tachath
H8478
underneath
Prep | Suff
שָׁא֖וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
Shaul
N-proper
מֵ/רְחֹב֥וֹת
Rᵉchôbôwth
H7344
Rehoboth
Prep | N-proper
הַ/נָּהָֽר
nâhâr
H5104
river
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 1:48
וַ/יָּ֖מָת
mûwth
H4191
"to die"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.
Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely
Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.
שַׂמְלָ֑ה
Samlâh
H8072
"Samlah"
N-proper
Samlah was a king of Moab, mentioned in Genesis, with a name meaning 'garment'.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.36 § Samlah = "garment" a king of Moab and successor of Hadad or Hadar
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Samlah. See also: Genesis 36:36; 1 Chronicles 1:47; 1 Chronicles 1:48.
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֣ךְ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
תַּחְתָּ֔י/ו
tachath
H8478
"underneath"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means underneath or below, often used to describe physical locations or positions. It appears in various books, including Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to indicate something is under or beneath something else. The word has several related meanings.
Definition: : under/below 1) the under part, beneath, instead of, as, for, for the sake of, flat, unto, where, whereas n m 1a) the under part adv accus 1b) beneath prep 1c) under, beneath 1c1) at the foot of (idiom) 1c2) sweetness, subjection, woman, being burdened or oppressed (fig) 1c3) of subjection or conquest 1d) what is under one, the place in which one stands 1d1) in one's place, the place in which one stands (idiom with reflexive pronoun) 1d2) in place of, instead of (in transferred sense) 1d3) in place of, in exchange or return for (of things mutually interchanged) conj 1e) instead of, instead of that 1f) in return for that, because that in compounds 1g) in, under, into the place of (after verbs of motion) 1h) from under, from beneath, from under the hand of, from his place, under, beneath
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: as, beneath, [idiom] flat, in(-stead), (same) place (where...is), room, for...sake, stead of, under, [idiom] unto, [idiom] when...was mine, whereas, (where-) fore, with. See also: Genesis 1:7; Deuteronomy 7:24; 1 Kings 20:42.
שָׁא֖וּל
Shâʼûwl
H7586
"Shaul"
N-proper
Shaul is a personal name meaning desired, given to several individuals in the Bible, including a Benjamite who became the first king of Israel and a Levite living during the time of the Divided Monarchy. He is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and 1 Samuel.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.24; son of: Uzziah (H5818H); father of: Elkanah (H0511I); also called Joel at 1Ch.6.36; Also named: yo.el (יוֹאֵל "Joel" H3100U) § Saul or Shaul = "desired" 1) a Benjamite, son of Kish, and the 1st king of Israel 2) an early king of Edom and a successor of Samlah 3) a son of Simeon 4) a Levite, son of Uzziah
Usage: Occurs in 335 OT verses. KJV: Saul, Shaul. See also: Genesis 36:37; 1 Samuel 16:22; 1 Samuel 24:5.
מֵ/רְחֹב֥וֹת
Rᵉchôbôwth
H7344
"Rehoboth"
Prep | N-proper
Rehoboth was a place in Assyria and Palestine, meaning wide places or streets. It was one of the cities built by Asshur or Nimrod, located near Nineveh. In the Bible, it is mentioned as a city with wide streets.
Definition: Rehoboth = "wide places or streets" one of the 4 cities built by Asshur or by Nimrod in Asshur located close to Nineveh Another name of nin.veh (נִינְוֵה "Nineveh" H5210)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Rehoboth. See also: Genesis 10:11; Genesis 36:37; 1 Chronicles 1:48.
הַ/נָּהָֽר
nâhâr
H5104
"river"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, a river symbolizes prosperity, like the Nile or Euphrates, and is often used figuratively. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing the life-giving waters of the Promised Land. This word is also used to describe underground streams.
Definition: 1) stream, river 1a) stream, river 1b) (underground) streams Aramaic equivalent: ne.har (נְהַר "river" H5103H)
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: flood, river. See also: Genesis 2:10; Psalms 93:3; Psalms 24:2.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 1:48
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Context — The Kings of Edom
46When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, reigned in his place. And the name of his city was Avith.
47When Hadad died, Samlah from Masrekah reigned in his place.
48When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place.
49When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place. 50When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 36:37 | When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place. |
1 Chronicles 1:48 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 1:48, tells us about a king named Shaul who took the place of King Samlah after he died. Shaul was from a place called Rehoboth on the Euphrates, which is a significant location in the biblical world. Just like the kings in the Bible, our lives are also under God's control, as mentioned in Psalm 31:15, and we can trust in His plan for us, as stated in Jeremiah 29:11. By looking at the brief mention of Shaul's reign, we can learn to focus on God's eternal plan rather than human achievements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shaul and what was his significance in the Bible?
Shaul was a king who reigned after Samlah's death, and his significance lies in his role as a leader in the biblical timeline, as seen in 1 Chronicles 1:48, which is part of the genealogical record of the kings of Edom, providing context to the history of God's people, as also mentioned in Genesis 36:31-43.
What is the location of Rehoboth on the Euphrates and why is it important?
Rehoboth on the Euphrates is a location mentioned in 1 Chronicles 1:48 as the place from which Shaul reigned, and its importance can be understood by referencing Genesis 36:17, which lists the sons of Seir, and Deuteronomy 1:1, which mentions the Euphrates River as a boundary of the Promised Land.
How does the succession of kings in 1 Chronicles 1 relate to God's plan?
The succession of kings, including Shaul, in 1 Chronicles 1, demonstrates God's sovereignty over human history, as seen in Romans 13:1, which states that all authorities are established by God, and Psalm 75:7, which says that God is the one who sets up and brings down leaders.
What can we learn from the brief mention of Shaul in the Bible?
The brief mention of Shaul in 1 Chronicles 1:48 teaches us about the fleeting nature of human life and leadership, as stated in Psalm 103:15-16, and the importance of trusting in God's eternal plan, as mentioned in Jeremiah 29:11, rather than human rulers or achievements.
Reflection Questions
- What does the succession of kings in this verse reveal about God's character and His involvement in human history?
- How does the mention of Shaul's reign relate to the broader narrative of God's people in the Old Testament?
- What can I learn from the fact that Shaul's reign is mentioned so briefly in the Bible, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- In what ways does the location of Rehoboth on the Euphrates add depth to our understanding of the biblical world and God's plan?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty over my life, just as the biblical authors trusted in His sovereignty over the kings of Edom?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 1:48
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 1:43].
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 1:48
(48) Shaul.—Saul, the name of the first king of Israel. Rehoboth by the river.—Probably the same as Rehoboth Ir in Genesis 10:11, i.e., the suburbs of Nineveh. The river is Euphrates.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 1:48
Verse 48. By the river] "Shaul of Plathiutha, a great city, built on the banks of the Euphrates." - T.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 1:48
48. Rehoboth by the River] The Euphrates is meant. See Map 6 in the Cambridge Companion to the Bible.