1 Chronicles 2:9
1 Chronicles 2:9 in Multiple Translations
The sons who were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb.
The sons also of Hezron, that were born unto him; Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai.
The sons also of Hezron, that were born unto him: Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai.
And the sons of Hezron, the offspring of his body: Jerahmeel and Ram and Chelubai.
The sons that were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram and Caleb.
And the sonnes of Hezron that were borne vnto him, Ierahmeel, and Ram and Chelubai.
And sons of Hezron who were born to him; Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai.
The sons also of Hezron, who were born to him: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Chelubai.
The sons also of Hezron, that were born to him; Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai.
And the sons of Hesron that were born to him: Jerameel, and Ram, and Calubi.
Hezron’s sons were Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb (OR, Chelubai).
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1 Chronicles 2:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֥י
חֶצְר֖וֹן
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
נוֹלַד
ל֑/וֹ
אֶת
יְרַחְמְאֵ֥ל
וְ/אֶת
רָ֖ם
וְ/אֶת
כְּלוּבָֽי
וּ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
חֶצְר֖וֹן
Chetsrôwn
H2696
Hezron
N-proper
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
נוֹלַד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
ל֑/וֹ
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יְרַחְמְאֵ֥ל
Yᵉrachmᵉʼêl
H3396
Jerahmeel
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
רָ֖ם
Râm
H7410
Ram
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כְּלוּבָֽי
Kᵉlûwbay
H3621
Chelubai
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 2:9
וּ/בְנֵ֥י
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.
חֶצְר֖וֹן
Chetsrôwn
H2696
"Hezron"
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.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
נוֹלַד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
ל֑/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
יְרַחְמְאֵ֥ל
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.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
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.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כְּלוּבָֽי
Kᵉlûwbay
H3621
"Chelubai"
N-proper
Chelubai was an Israelite from the tribe of Judah, and he had several wives and children, including a son named Hur. He is mentioned in the book of 1 Chronicles as a descendant of Hezron.
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) § Chelub ai = "my caged one" son of Hezron of Judah; also 'Caleb'
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Chelubai. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:9.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 2:9
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Context — The Sons of Israel
7The son of Carmi: Achar, who brought trouble upon Israel by violating the ban on devoted things.
8The son of Ethan: Azariah.
9The sons who were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb.
10Ram was the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, a leader of the descendants of Judah. 11Nahshon was the father of Salmon, and Salmon was the father of Boaz.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 2:42 | The sons of Caleb the brother of Jerahmeel: Mesha his firstborn, who was the father of Ziph, and Mareshah his second son, who was the father of Hebron. |
| 2 | Matthew 1:3 | Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. |
| 3 | Ruth 4:19 | Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab, |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 2:18–19 | Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were the sons of Azubah: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon. When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur. |
| 5 | Luke 3:3 | He went into all the region around the Jordan, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins, |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 2:24 | After Hezron died in Caleb-ephrathah, his wife Abijah bore to him Ashhur the father of Tekoa. |
1 Chronicles 2:9 Summary
This verse tells us about the sons of Hezron, who were Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb. These men were part of the family line that would eventually lead to Jesus Christ, as seen in Matthew 1:3. The inclusion of their names reminds us that God is interested in the details of our lives and that our families are important to Him, just as He was faithful to the descendants of Abraham (Galatians 3:29). By studying these genealogies, we can gain a deeper appreciation for God's faithfulness across generations and His plan to redeem humanity through Jesus Christ.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Hezron and why is he important in the Bible?
Hezron was a descendant of Judah and is listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ in the New Testament, as seen in Matthew 1:3 and Luke 3:33, highlighting his significance in the biblical narrative.
What can we learn from the sons of Hezron listed in this verse?
The sons of Hezron, Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb, are notable figures in the Bible, with Caleb being one of the spies sent to scout out the Promised Land in Numbers 13:6 and later inheriting a portion of the land as seen in Joshua 14:6-15.
Why does the Bible include these genealogies?
The genealogies in the Bible, such as 1 Chronicles 2:9, serve to establish the lineage and heritage of important figures, including Jesus Christ, and demonstrate God's faithfulness to His people across generations, as emphasized in Psalms 100:5.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of God's covenant with the Israelites, tracing the family lines that ultimately lead to the coming of Jesus Christ, as prophesied in Genesis 49:10 and fulfilled in the New Testament.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of family and heritage in our spiritual lives?
- How can we apply the examples of faithfulness and obedience seen in the lives of Hezron's sons to our own lives?
- What role do you think the listing of genealogies plays in helping us understand God's plan of salvation?
- In what ways can reflecting on the descendants of Hezron encourage us in our own walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 2:9
The sons also of Hezron, that were born unto him,.... The Targum adds, in Timnath; but most likely in Egypt: Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai; afterwards called Caleb.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 2:9
And the sons of Ethan; Azariah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:9
(9-41) The Hezronites, who were sons of Pharez (1 Chronicles 2:5), and their three lines of descent, Jerahmeel, Ram, and Chelubai.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 2:9
9. Jerahmeel] For his descendants see 1 Chronicles 2:25-41. The descendants of his younger brother Ram are given first because they include David and his family. Chelubai] Another form of “Caleb”; see 1 Chronicles 2:42.
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