Genesis 10:29
Genesis 10:29 in Multiple Translations
Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All these were sons of Joktan.
And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab: all these were the sons of Joktan.
and Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab: all these were the sons of Joktan.
And Ophir and Havilah and Jobab; all these were the sons of Joktan.
Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. These were all sons of Joktan.
And Ophir, and Hauilah, and Iobab: all these were the sonnes of Ioktan.
and Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab; all these [are] sons of Joktan;
Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All these were the sons of Joktan.
And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab: all these were the sons of Joktan.
And Ophir, and Hevila, and Jobab. All these were the sons of Jectan.
Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All those people were descended from Joktan.
and the Ofir mob, and the Havilah mob, and the Jobab mob.
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Genesis 10:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
אוֹפִ֥ר
וְ/אֶת
חֲוִילָ֖ה
וְ/אֶת
יוֹבָ֑ב
כָּל
אֵ֖לֶּה
בְּנֵ֥י
יָקְטָֽן
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
אוֹפִ֥ר
ʼÔwphîyr
H211
Ophir
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חֲוִילָ֖ה
Chăvîylâh
H2341
Havilah
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
יוֹבָ֑ב
Yôwbâb
H3103
Jobab
N-proper
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
יָקְטָֽן
Yoqṭân
H3355
Joktan
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 10:29
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.
אוֹפִ֥ר
ʼÔwphîyr
H211
"Ophir"
N-proper
Ophir is a name and a place in the Bible, referring to a son of Joktan and a region in southern Arabia known for its gold trade. King Solomon traded with Ophir to obtain gold and other valuable goods.
Definition: § Ophir = "reducing to ashes" a land or city in southern Arabia in Solomon's trade route where gold evidently was traded for goods
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Ophir. See also: Genesis 10:29; 2 Chronicles 8:18; Psalms 45:10.
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.
חֲוִילָ֖ה
Chăvîylâh
H2341
"Havilah"
N-proper
Havilah refers to a region in Arabia, possibly named after the son of Cush, and means 'circle'. It is mentioned in the Bible as a place inhabited by the Ishmaelites. The area is likely located in northwestern Yemen.
Definition: § Havilah = "circle" a district in Arabia of the Ishmaelites named from the 2nd son of Cush; probably the district of Kualan, in the northwestern part of Yemen
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Havilah. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 25:18; 1 Chronicles 1:23.
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.
יוֹבָ֑ב
Yôwbâb
H3103
"Jobab"
N-proper
Jobab means a desert and was the name of several Israelites and foreigners, including a descendant of Joktan and a son of Elpaal, mentioned in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.18; son of: Elpaal (H0508); brother of: Eber (H5677I), Misham (H4936), Shemed (H8106B), Beriah (H1283I), Shema (H8087I), Zebadiah (H2069H), Meshullam (H4918J), Hizki (H2395), Heber (H2268J), Ishmerai (H3461) and Izliah (H3152) § Jobab = "a desert" 1) the last in order of the sons of Joktan, a descendant of Shem 2) one of the kings of Edom 3) the king of Madon, located in northern Canaan, and one of the kings who opposed Joshua during the conquest and who were routed at Meron 4) head of a Benjamite house 5) another Benjamite
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Jobab. See also: Genesis 10:29; 1 Chronicles 1:23; 1 Chronicles 8:18.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
בְּנֵ֥י
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.
יָקְטָֽן
Yoqṭân
H3355
"Joktan"
N-proper
Joktan, meaning 'smallness', was an Arabian patriarch and son of Eber. He is listed in Genesis 10:25 as the father of 13 sons, including Almodad and Sheba.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.25; son of: Eber (H5677); brother of: Peleg (H6389); father of: Almodad (H0486), Sheleph (H8026), Hazarmaveth (H2700), Jerah (H3392), Hadoram (H1913A), Uzal (H0187), Diklah (H1853), Obal (H5745), Abimael (H0039), Sheba (H7614H), Ophir (H0211), Havilah (H2341I) and Jobab (H3103) § Joktan = "smallness" son of Eber and descendant of Shem and patriarch of various Arabian tribes
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Joktan. See also: Genesis 10:25; 1 Chronicles 1:19; 1 Chronicles 1:23.
Study Notes — Genesis 10:29
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- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 10:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 10:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 10:29
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
- Sermons on Genesis 10:29
Context — The Semites
27Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,
28Obal, Abimael, Sheba,
29Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All these were sons of Joktan.
30Their territory extended from Mesha to Sephar, in the eastern hill country. 31These are the sons of Shem, according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 9:28 | They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there—420 talents —and delivered it to Solomon. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 9:13 | and 1,760 of their relatives, the heads of their families, able men for the work of the service of the house of God. |
| 3 | Genesis 2:11 | The name of the first river is Pishon; it winds through the whole land of Havilah, where there is gold. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 9:10 | From the priests: Jedaiah, Jehoiarib, and Jachin; |
| 5 | 1 Kings 22:48 | Jehoshaphat built ships of Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold, but they never set sail, because they were wrecked at Ezion-geber. |
| 6 | Genesis 25:18 | Ishmael’s descendants settled from Havilah to Shur, which is near the border of Egypt as you go toward Asshur. And they lived in hostility toward all their brothers. |
| 7 | 1 Samuel 15:7 | Then Saul struck down the Amalekites all the way from Havilah to Shur, which is east of Egypt. |
| 8 | Job 22:24 | and consign your gold to the dust and the gold of Ophir to the stones of the ravines, |
| 9 | Job 28:16 | It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire. |
| 10 | Psalms 45:9 | The daughters of kings are among your honored women; the queen stands at your right hand, adorned with the gold of Ophir. |
Genesis 10:29 Summary
Genesis 10:29 lists the names of Joktan's sons, including Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab, who each became the founders of different nations or territories. This verse helps us understand how the different nations of the world originated from a common ancestor, just like the rest of the table of nations in Genesis 10. It reminds us that God is the creator of all people and desires for all nations to come to know Him, as we see in Revelation 7:9. By looking at these names and their connections, we can better appreciate God's sovereignty over all of human history, from the earliest times (Genesis 10:1-32) to the present day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Joktan in the Bible?
Joktan was a son of Eber, as mentioned in Genesis 10:25, and the father of several sons, including Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab, as listed in Genesis 10:29. He is considered an important figure in the genealogy of the nations.
What is the significance of the names listed in Genesis 10:29?
The names Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab are significant because they represent different nations or territories that descended from Joktan, and their mention helps to establish the connections between the various peoples and lands of the ancient world, as seen in Genesis 10:1-32.
How does Genesis 10:29 fit into the broader context of the Bible?
Genesis 10:29 is part of the table of nations in Genesis 10, which provides an account of the origins of the different nations and peoples of the world, highlighting God's sovereignty over all nations, as declared in Psalm 96:10.
Are the sons of Joktan mentioned elsewhere in the Bible?
While Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab are not extensively mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, the territory of Ophir is referenced in 1 Kings 9:28 as a source of gold, and the name Jobab appears in Genesis 36:34 as a king of Edom, demonstrating the interconnectedness of biblical genealogies and histories.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about God's plan for the nations from the diverse list of descendants in Genesis 10?
- How does the mention of specific names and territories in Genesis 10:29 remind us of God's attention to detail and care for all people?
- In what ways can reflecting on the genealogy of nations help us understand our own place within the broader story of God's creation and redemption?
- What does the fact that all these sons of Joktan had their own lands and nations say about God's desire for humanity to flourish and have dominion over the earth, as seen in Genesis 1:28?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 10:29
And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab,.... If several of the sons of Joktan went into India, as the Arabs say, one would be tempted to think that Ophir in India, whither Solomon sent his ships once in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 10:29
And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab: all these were the sons of Joktan. Ophir. All the other sons of Joktan having settled in the south of Arabia, Ophir must be looked for in the same quarter, not in India or Ceylon.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
Ophir; either that in India, of which see 10:11 22:48; or the other in Arabia, of which see 28:16. See also . Havilah, a distinct person from him .
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
(26-31) Joktan.—“The little one,” as being a younger son. Of the thirteen divisions of his family, few are of any importance, though several of the names are curious from their connection with the Arabic language. The Joktanite country was Arabia Felix, or Yemen, and as the people led a pastoral life without founding cities, the traces of their tribal names are insignificant. Those worth noting are Almodad, because it has the full form of the article, retained as Al in Arabic, but shortened in Hebrew into Ha. Hazarmaveth, “the court of death,” so called because of the unhealthiness of its climate, is now Hadramaut. Abimael means “the father of Mael.” While in Hebrew and Syriac men took the name of their father, in Arabic they often take the name of a son, with Abu or Abi (“father of”) prefixed. Sheba, the region afterwards famous for its commerce and its wealth of spices and precious stones. A Sheba also occurs among the race of Ham (see Genesis 10:7). Opbir: the name, probably, at first of a district of Oman in Arabia, but afterwards given to some port in India or Ceylon, from some fancied similarity. Havilah: some commentators consider that this is the same district as that previously occupied by the Cushites (Genesis 10:7); others argue that the two Havilahs are distinct, and that this is the region called Chawlân, in Northern Yemen.
It is, however, certain that the Hamites possessed this country prior to its being occupied by the Joktanites.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
Verse 29. See Clarke on Genesis 10:26.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 10:29
29. Ophir] Famous for its trade in the days of Solomon, 1 Kings 9:28; 1 Kings 10:11; 1 Kings 22:48, and for its gold of especial purity. Cf. Job 22:24; Job 28:16; Psalms 45:9; Isaiah 13:12. Its locality has been much disputed; it has been identified, at different times, with regions in India, East Africa, and the south coast of Arabia. In the present context it is evidently connected with Arabia. Havilah] See Genesis 2:11 and Genesis 25:18. Possibly a district in north-east Arabia.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 10:29
29. Ophir — A land celebrated in Solomon’s time for its trade in gold, gems, apes, and peacocks. Probably it was a port in Arabia on the Red Sea, although some assign it to India.
Sermons on Genesis 10:29
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Better Late Than Never by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of decisions and the consequences that come with them. He shares a story of a Christian brother who made a series of bad decisions |
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The Distance of Difference by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significant spiritual journey from Horeb to Kadesh-barnea, illustrating how the eleven-day journey turned into forty years due to the 'distance of d |
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From the Wilderness to the Land by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the journey from the wilderness to the promised land, illustrating the spiritual distance between Christians and Christ. He explains that the forty year |