1 Chronicles 2:27
1 Chronicles 2:27 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerahmeel: Maaz, Jamin, and Eker.
And the sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerahmeel were, Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker.
And the sons of Ram the first-born of Jerahmeel were Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker.
And the sons of Ram, the oldest son of Jerahmeel, were Maaz and Jamin and Eker.
The sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerahmeel: Maaz, Jamin and Eker.
And the sonnes of Ram the eldest sonne of Ierahmeel were Maaz, and Iamin and Ekar.
And sons of Ram, first-born of Jerahmeel, are Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker.
The sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerahmeel were Maaz, Jamin, and Eker.
And the sons of Ram the first-born of Jerahmeel were, Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker.
And the sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerameel, were Moos, Jamin, and Achar.
The sons of Ram, Jerahmeel’s oldest son, were Maaz, Jamin, and Eker.
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1 Chronicles 2:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּהְי֥וּ
בְנֵי
רָ֖ם
בְּכ֣וֹר
יְרַחְמְאֵ֑ל
מַ֥עַץ
וְ/יָמִ֖ין
וָ/עֵֽקֶר
וַ/יִּהְי֥וּ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
רָ֖ם
Râm
H7410
Ram
N-proper
בְּכ֣וֹר
bᵉkôwr
H1060
firstborn
N-ms
יְרַחְמְאֵ֑ל
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêl
H3396
Jerahmeel
N-proper
מַ֥עַץ
Maʻats
H4619
Maaz
N-proper
וְ/יָמִ֖ין
Yâmîyn
H3226
Jamin
Conj | N-proper
וָ/עֵֽקֶר
ʻÊqer
H6134
Eker
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 2:27
וַ/יִּהְי֥וּ
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בְנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
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.
רָ֖ם
Râm
H7410
"Ram"
N-proper
Ram was the name of an important person in the Bible, an ancestor of King David and a relative of Elihu, a friend of Job. The name means high or exalted. Ram is mentioned in the book of Job and in the genealogy of David.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, only mentioned at Job.32.2; progenitor of Buzites (H0940) § Ram = "high" or "exalted" 1) a Judaite, son of Hezron, father of Amminadab, and ancestor of David 2) a Judaite, son of Jerahmeel 3) a kindred of Elihu, the friend of Job
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Ram. See also H1027 (בֵּית הָרָם). See also: Ruth 4:19; 1 Chronicles 2:25; Job 32:2.
בְּכ֣וֹר
bᵉkôwr
H1060
"firstborn"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to the firstborn child or animal, often holding a special status or responsibility. It appears in stories like Genesis and Exodus, highlighting the importance of birth order. The KJV translates it as 'eldest' or 'firstborn'.
Definition: 1) firstborn, firstling 1a) of men and women 1b) of animals 1c) noun of relation (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 96 OT verses. KJV: eldest (son), firstborn(-ling). See also: Genesis 10:15; Deuteronomy 21:17; Psalms 78:51.
יְרַחְמְאֵ֑ל
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêl
H3396
"Jerahmeel"
N-proper
Jerahmeel means may God have pity, and was the name of three Israelites, including the son of Hezron and grandson of Pharez. He was a founder of the family of Jerahmeelites and is mentioned in Jeremiah 36:26.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.36.26; son of: Hammelech (H4428H); brother of: Malchijah (H4441H) § Jerahmeel = "may God have pity" 1) the 1st son of Hezron, grandson of Pharez, and great grandson of Judah and the founder of the family of Jerahmeelites 2) officer sent by king Jehoiakim of Judah to arrest Baruch 3) a Merarite Levite the representative of the family of Kish, the son of Mahli
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Jerahmeel. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:9; 1 Chronicles 2:33; Jeremiah 36:26.
מַ֥עַץ
Maʻats
H4619
"Maaz"
N-proper
Maaz was an Israelite from the tribe of Judah, son of Ram and grandson of Jerahmeel, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:27. His name means wrath. He had brothers named Jamin and Eker.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.2.27; son of: Ram (H7410H); brother of: Jamin (H3226H) and Eker (H6134) § Maaz = "wrath" son of Ram and grandson of Jerahmeel of the tribe of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Maaz. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:27.
וְ/יָמִ֖ין
Yâmîyn
H3226
"Jamin"
Conj | N-proper
Jamin was an Israelite and the second son of Simeon, mentioned in Genesis 46:10. His name means 'right hand' and he was a founder of the family of Jaminites.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.8.7 § Jamin = "right hand" 1) the 2nd son of Simeon; founder of the family of Jaminites 2) a Judaite, the 2nd son of Ram the Jerahmeelite 3) a Levite who helped Ezra interpret the Law
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Jamin. See also H1144 (בִּנְיָמִין). See also: Genesis 46:10; 1 Chronicles 2:27; Nehemiah 8:7.
וָ/עֵֽקֶר
ʻÊqer
H6134
"Eker"
Conj | N-proper
Eker was an Israelite, son of Ram, and brother of Maaz and Jamin, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:27. His name means offspring, and he was a descendant of the tribe of Judah, living during the Divided Monarchy.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.2.27; son of: Ram (H7410H); brother of: Maaz (H4619) and Jamin (H3226H) § Eker = "offspring" a descendant of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Eker. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:27.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 2:27
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Context — The Sons of Israel
25The sons of Jerahmeel the firstborn of Hezron: Ram his firstborn, Bunah, Oren, Ozem, and Ahijah.
26Jerahmeel had another wife named Atarah, who was the mother of Onam.
27The sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerahmeel: Maaz, Jamin, and Eker.
28The sons of Onam: Shammai and Jada. The sons of Shammai: Nadab and Abishur. 29Abishur’s wife was named Abihail, and she bore to him Ahban and Molid.1 Chronicles 2:27 Summary
[This verse tells us about the sons of Ram, who was the firstborn son of Jerahmeel. It's a list of names that might seem boring at first, but it's actually a reminder that God cares about every person and every family. Just like how God knew and loved Ram's sons, Maaz, Jamin, and Eker, He knows and loves us too, as seen in Jeremiah 1:5. By including these names in the Bible, God is showing us that every person is important and valued in His eyes, just as it says in Psalm 139:16.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Ram in the Bible?
Ram was the firstborn son of Jerahmeel, who was a descendant of Hezron, as seen in 1 Chronicles 2:25. He is notable for being the father of Maaz, Jamin, and Eker, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:27.
What is the significance of the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2?
The genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2 serves to establish the family lines of the tribes of Israel, highlighting their heritage and roots, similar to the genealogies found in the book of Genesis, such as Genesis 5:1-32 and Genesis 11:10-26.
How does this verse relate to the broader biblical narrative?
This verse is part of the larger story of God's covenant with the Israelites, tracing the family lines that would eventually lead to the birth of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in the Bible, including verses like Matthew 1:1-17.
Why are the names of Ram's sons important?
The names of Ram's sons, Maaz, Jamin, and Eker, are important because they are part of the historical record of the Israelites, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His people throughout their history, as seen in verses like Psalm 100:5.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about the importance of family and heritage from this verse?
- How does the mention of Ram's sons encourage us to think about our own spiritual legacy?
- In what ways can we apply the concept of genealogy and family lines to our own understanding of God's plan for our lives?
- What does this verse reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 2:27
And the sons of Ram the firstborn of Jerahmeel,.... By his first wife: were Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker; of whom no other notice is taken; perhaps they left no children.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 2:27
And the sons of Jerahmeel the firstborn of Hezron were, Ram the firstborn, and Bunah, and Oren, and Ozem, and Ahijah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:27
(9-41) The Hezronites, who were sons of Pharez (1 Chronicles 2:5), and their three lines of descent, Jerahmeel, Ram, and Chelubai.