2 Chronicles 11:19
2 Chronicles 11:19 in Multiple Translations
She bore sons to him: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
Which bare him children; Jeush, and Shamariah, and Zaham.
and she bare him sons: Jeush, and Shemariah, and Zaham.
And she had sons by him, Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
She was the mother of his sons Jeush, and Shamariah, and Zaham.
Which bare him sonnes Ieush, and Shemariah, and Zaham.
And she beareth to him sons, Jeush, and Shamaria, and Zaham.
She bore him sons: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
Who bore him children, Jeush, and Shamariah, and Zaham.
And they bore him sons Jehus, and Somorias, and Zoom.
Rehoboam and Mahalath had three sons: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 11:19
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2 Chronicles 11:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/תֵּ֥לֶד
ל֖/וֹ
בָּנִ֑ים
אֶת
יְע֥וּשׁ
וְ/אֶת
שְׁמַרְיָ֖ה
וְ/אֶת
זָֽהַם
וַ/תֵּ֥לֶד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
ל֖/וֹ
Prep | Suff
בָּנִ֑ים
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יְע֥וּשׁ
Yᵉʻûwsh
H3266
Jeush
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שְׁמַרְיָ֖ה
Shᵉmaryâh
H8114
Shemariah
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
זָֽהַם
Zaham
H2093
Zaham
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 11:19
וַ/תֵּ֥לֶד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
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.
ל֖/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
בָּנִ֑ים
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.
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.
יְע֥וּשׁ
Yᵉʻûwsh
H3266
"Jeush"
N-proper
Jeush was the name of an Edomite and four Israelites, including a son of King Rehoboam, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 11:19. His name means He hurries to aid, and he was a descendant of King Saul. Jeush is also translated as Jehush in some versions.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.19; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Mahalath (H4258H); brother of: Shemariah (H8114H), Zaham (H2093); half-brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Attai (H6262I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019G) § Jehush or Jeush = "He hurries to aid" 1) son of Eshek, a remote descendant of king Saul 2) a Gershonite Levite of the house of Shimei 3) son of king Rehoboam of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Jehush, Jeush. Compare H3274 (יְעִישׁ). See also: Genesis 36:5; 1 Chronicles 7:10; 2 Chronicles 11:19.
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.
שְׁמַרְיָ֖ה
Shᵉmaryâh
H8114
"Shemariah"
N-proper
Shemariah means kept by Jehovah, the name of four Israelites, including a Benjamite and a son of King Rehoboam of Judah. They lived during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.41 § Shemariah = "kept by Jehovah" 1) a Benjamite, one of David's mighty warriors who joined him at Ziklag 2) a son of king Rehoboam of Judah 3) an Israelite of the sons of Harim who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) an Israelite of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Shamariah, Shemariah. See also: 1 Chronicles 12:6; Ezra 10:32; Ezra 10:41.
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.
זָֽהַם
Zaham
H2093
"Zaham"
N-proper
Zaham was a son of Rehoboam, a king of Judah, and is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 11:19. His name means loathing, and he was a part of the royal family.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.19; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Mahalath (H4258H); brother of: Jeush (H3266K) and Shemariah (H8114H); half-brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Attai (H6262I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019G) § Zaham = "loathing" the son of Rehoboam by Mahalath, David's granddaughter
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Zaham. See also: 2 Chronicles 11:19.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 11:19
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Context — Rehoboam’s Family
17So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah and supported Rehoboam son of Solomon for three years, because they walked for three years in the way of David and Solomon.
18And Rehoboam married Mahalath, who was the daughter of David’s son Jerimoth and of Abihail, the daughter of Jesse’s son Eliab.
19She bore sons to him: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
20After her, he married Maacah daughter of Absalom, and she bore to him Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith. 21Rehoboam loved Maacah daughter of Absalom more than all his wives and concubines. In all, he had eighteen wives and sixty concubines, and he was the father of twenty-eight sons and sixty daughters.2 Chronicles 11:19 Summary
This verse tells us about the sons of Rehoboam, the king of Judah, and his wife Mahalath. It shows us that Rehoboam had a family and was building a legacy, just like many of us today. However, as we see in the surrounding verses, Rehoboam's many wives and children may have been a distraction from his relationship with God, as warned against in Deuteronomy 17:17. We can learn from Rehoboam's example to prioritize our own relationship with God and seek to honor Him in our personal lives, just as we are called to in Matthew 6:33.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn about Rehoboam's family life from this verse?
From 2 Chronicles 11:19, we see that Rehoboam had multiple sons with his wife Mahalath, which is a common practice in biblical times, as seen in Genesis 29:30 where Jacob had multiple wives and children.
How does this verse fit into the larger story of Rehoboam's reign?
This verse provides insight into Rehoboam's personal life, which is also discussed in 1 Kings 14:21-22, and helps us understand his character and the events that unfolded during his reign.
What is the significance of the names of Rehoboam's sons?
The names of Rehoboam's sons, Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham, may hold cultural or spiritual significance, but the Bible does not provide explicit meaning for these names, unlike in Genesis 29:32 where the name Reuben is explained.
How does Rehoboam's family life reflect his spiritual condition?
Rehoboam's many wives and children, as seen in 2 Chronicles 11:20-21, may indicate a lack of spiritual focus, as warned against in Deuteronomy 17:17, where kings are cautioned against multiplying wives.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from Rehoboam's example about the importance of prioritizing my relationship with God in my personal life?
- How do the names and actions of biblical characters, like Rehoboam's sons, remind me of God's sovereignty and presence in all aspects of life?
- In what ways can I apply the biblical principle of faithfulness in my own family and relationships, as seen in the context of 2 Chronicles 11:19?
- What role does family play in shaping our spiritual legacy, and how can I intentionally prioritize spiritual growth in my own family?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 11:19
Which bare him children,.... Or, "and she bore him" (d); for it is said only of one of them, the other perhaps died without children; this may refer to the last mentioned, Abihail, whose children
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 11:19
Which bare him children; Jeush, and Shamariah, and Zaham. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 11:19
(19) Which bare.—And she (i.e., Mahalath) bare.Shamariah.—Shemariah. These sons of Rehoboam occur here only.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 11:19
5–23. The Prosperity of Rehoboam This section has no corresponding section in 1 Kin. On the other hand the Chronicler omits three important sections of 1 Kings 12:25-33 (the setting up of the golden calves), 2 Chronicles 13:1-22 (the episode of the prophet who cried against the altar in Beth-el) and 2 Chronicles 14:1-15 (the death of the son of Jeroboam).