Exodus 1:3
Exodus 1:3 in Multiple Translations
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin;
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin;
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin;
Issachar, Zebulun, and Beniamin,
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,
Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,
Issachar, Zabulon, and Benjamin,
Issachar, Zebulun, Benjamin,
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 1:3
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Exodus 1:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִשָּׂשכָ֥ר
זְבוּלֻ֖ן
וּ/בְנְיָמִֽן
יִשָּׂשכָ֥ר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
Issachar
N-proper
זְבוּלֻ֖ן
Zᵉbûwlûwn
H2074
Zebulun
N-proper
וּ/בְנְיָמִֽן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
Benjamin
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 1:3
יִשָּׂשכָ֥ר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
"Issachar"
N-proper
Issachar means 'there is recompense' and refers to the 9th son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. He was the 5th son of Leah, Jacob's first wife. The tribe of Issachar is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and other books.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.26.5; son of: Obed-edom (H5654); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I) and Peullethai (H6469) § Issachar = "there is recompense" 1) the 9th son of Jacob and the 5th by Leah his first wife and the progenitor of a tribe by his name 2) a Korahite Levite and the 7th son of Obed-edom and doorkeeper to the temple 3) the tribe descended from Issachar the son of Jacob 4) the territory allocated to the descendants of Issachar when they entered the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Issachar. See also: Genesis 30:18; Joshua 19:23; Ezekiel 48:33.
זְבוּלֻ֖ן
Zᵉbûwlûwn
H2074
"Zebulun"
N-proper
Zebulun was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 30:20. The tribe and territory were also named after him.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Zebulun living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.20; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Sered (H5624), Elon (H0356H) and Jahleel (H3177) § Zebulun = "exalted" 1) the 10th of the sons of Jacob, 6th and last of Leah; progenitor of Zebulun 2) the tribe descended from Zebulun 3) the land allocated to the tribe of Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: Zebulun. See also: Genesis 30:20; Joshua 21:34; Psalms 68:28.
וּ/בְנְיָמִֽן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
"Benjamin"
Conj | N-proper
Benjamin means son of the right hand, referring to the youngest son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. The term is first used in Genesis 35:18. Benjamin was a brother of Joseph and a half-brother of Reuben and others.
Definition: § Benjamin = "son of the right hand" a gate in Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 160 OT verses. KJV: Benjamin. See also: Genesis 35:18; 1 Samuel 9:21; Psalms 68:28.
Study Notes — Exodus 1:3
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- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 1:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 1:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 1:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 1:3
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 1:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 1:3
Context — The Israelites Multiply in Egypt
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus 28:20 | and in the fourth row a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. Mount these stones in gold filigree settings. |
| 2 | Genesis 35:23 | The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun. |
Exodus 1:3 Summary
This verse lists the names of some of the sons of Israel, who were the ancestors of the nation of Israel. The Bible lists their names to remind us of God's promises to them and to their families, as seen in Genesis 49:1-28. Just like the sons of Israel, we can trust in God's promises and provision for us, even when we are in difficult or unfamiliar circumstances, as encouraged in Exodus 2:24-25 and Hebrews 11:8-10. By remembering our spiritual heritage, we can find strength and comfort, just like the Israelites did, as seen in Exodus 1:5 and Acts 7:8-9.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Bible list the names of the sons of Israel in this verse?
The Bible lists the names of the sons of Israel to emphasize their importance as the ancestors of the nation of Israel, as seen in Genesis 29:32-35 and Genesis 30:1-24, where their births are recorded.
What can we learn from the tribe of Issachar, mentioned in this verse?
The tribe of Issachar is known for its wisdom and understanding, as seen in 1 Chronicles 12:32, where it is said that the men of Issachar had understanding of the times and knew what Israel should do.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of the book of Exodus?
This verse is part of the introduction to the book of Exodus, which sets the stage for the story of the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt, as prophesied in Genesis 15:13-14 and Genesis 46:3-4.
What is the significance of the number of sons listed in this verse?
The number of sons listed in this verse, along with the rest of the list in Exodus 1:2-4, helps to establish the family relationships and tribal identities that are important to the story of the Israelites in Egypt, as seen in Exodus 1:5, where the total number of descendants is given as seventy.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from the example of the sons of Israel, who trusted in God's promises despite being in a foreign land?
- How can I, like the tribe of Benjamin, be a source of strength and comfort to those around me, as seen in the story of the apostle Paul, who was from the tribe of Benjamin, in Romans 11:1 and Philippians 3:5?
- What are some ways that I can, like the Israelites, remember and honor my spiritual heritage, as commanded in Deuteronomy 4:9-10 and Deuteronomy 6:6-7?
- How can I apply the wisdom and understanding of the tribe of Issachar to my own life, as encouraged in Proverbs 1:7 and Proverbs 9:10?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 1:3
Issachar, Zebulun,.... The other two sons of Jacob, by Leah: Benjamin; the youngest of all Jacob's sons is placed here, being his son by his beloved wife Rachel.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 1:3
Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 1:3
Who, though the youngest of all, is placed before Dan, Naphtali, &c., because these were the sons of the handmaidens.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 1:3
(3-4) Reuben . . . —The sons of the legitimate wives are placed first, then those of the concubines. Leah has precedence over Rachel; Bilhah over Zilpah. The children of each wife and concubine are given in order of seniority. The omission of Joseph from the list is explained in the last clause of Exo 1:5.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 1:3
1–7. Growth of the descendants of Jacob in Egypt, after Joseph’s death, into a great people.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 1:3
OF ISRAEL, Exodus 1:1-6. 1-5. These are the names — The heads of the tribes are recounted, and the statement of Gen 46:27 is repeated, that seventy souls went down into Egypt; the writer, from the