Genesis 46:24
Genesis 46:24 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem.
¶ And the sons of Naphtali; Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem.
And the sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem.
And the sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel and Guni and Jezer and Shillem.
The sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem.
Also the sonnes of Naphtali: Iahzeel, and Guni, and Iezer, and Shillem.
And sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem.
The sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem.
And the sons of Naphtali; Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem.
The sons of Nephtali: Jaziel and Guni and Jeser and Sallem.
Jacob and Bilhah’s younger son was Naphtali. Naphtali’s sons were, – Jahzeel – Guni – Jezer – Shillem
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Genesis 46:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֖י
נַפְתָּלִ֑י
יַחְצְאֵ֥ל
וְ/גוּנִ֖י
וְ/יֵ֥צֶר
וְ/שִׁלֵּֽם
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
נַפְתָּלִ֑י
Naphtâlîy
H5321
Naphtali
N-proper
יַחְצְאֵ֥ל
Yachtsᵉʼêl
H3183
Jahzeel
N-proper
וְ/גוּנִ֖י
Gûwnîy
H1476
Guni
Conj | N-proper
וְ/יֵ֥צֶר
Yêtser
H3337
Jezer
Conj | N-proper
וְ/שִׁלֵּֽם
Shillêm
H8006
Shillem
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 46:24
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
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.
נַפְתָּלִ֑י
Naphtâlîy
H5321
"Naphtali"
N-proper
Naphtali was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was born to Bilhah, Rachel's servant, and is first mentioned in Genesis 30:8. Naphtali's descendants lived in the region of Galilee.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Naphtali living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.8; son of: Israel (H3478) and Bilhah (H1090A); brother of: Dan (H1835H); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Jahzeel (H3183), Guni (H1476), Jezer (H3337) and Shillem (H8006) Also named: Nephthaleim (Νεφθαλείμ "Naphtali" G3508) § Naphtali = "wrestling" 1) the 5th son of Jacob and the 2nd by Bilhah the handmaid of Rachel 2) the tribe descended from Naphtali the son of Jacob 3) the territory assigned to the tribe of Naphtali
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: Naphtali. See also: Genesis 30:8; Judges 1:33; Psalms 68:28.
יַחְצְאֵ֥ל
Yachtsᵉʼêl
H3183
"Jahzeel"
N-proper
Jahzeel was an Israelite from the tribe of Naphtali, mentioned in Genesis 46:24 as a son of Naphtali. His name means 'God divides' and he was the founder of the Jahzeelites. He had brothers named Guni, Jezer, and Shillem.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Naphtali living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.24; son of: Naphtali (H5321); brother of: Guni (H1476), Jezer (H3337) and Shillem (H8006); also called Jahziel at 1Ch.7.13; § Jahzeel = "God divides" the 1st of the 4 sons of Naphtali and founder of the family of Jahzeelites
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Jahzeel. Compare H3185 (יַחְצִיאֵל). See also: Genesis 46:24; Numbers 26:48.
וְ/גוּנִ֖י
Gûwnîy
H1476
"Guni"
Conj | N-proper
Guni was the name of two Israelites, one from the tribe of Gad and another from Naphtali, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 5:15 and Genesis 46:24. They lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Gad living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.5.15; father of: Abdiel (H5661) § Guni = "my defender (?)" 1) a son of Naphtali and founder of the family of Gunites 2) a descendant of Gad
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Guni. See also: Genesis 46:24; 1 Chronicles 5:15; 1 Chronicles 7:13.
וְ/יֵ֥צֶר
Yêtser
H3337
"Jezer"
Conj | N-proper
Jezer was an Israelite from the tribe of Naphtali, mentioned in Genesis 46:24. His name means 'forming' and he was the founder of the Jezerites. He had brothers named Jahzeel, Guni, and Shillem.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Naphtali living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.24; son of: Naphtali (H5321); brother of: Jahzeel (H3183), Guni (H1476) and Shillem (H8006) Also named: yits.ri (יִצְרִי "Jezerite" H3340) § Jezer = "forming" the 3rd son of Naphtali and the founder of the family of Jezerites
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Jezer. See also: Genesis 46:24; Numbers 26:49; 1 Chronicles 7:13.
וְ/שִׁלֵּֽם
Shillêm
H8006
"Shillem"
Conj | N-proper
Shillem was an Israelite who lived during the time of the Exodus and was a son of Naphtali. His name means repaid, and he's mentioned in the book of Genesis and Numbers as part of the tribe of Naphtali.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Naphtali living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.24; son of: Naphtali (H5321); brother of: Jahzeel (H3183), Guni (H1476) and Jezer (H3337); also called Shallum at 1Ch.7.13; Shillemite at Num.26.49; § Shillem = "repaid" son of Naphtali
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Shillem. See also: Genesis 46:24; Numbers 26:49.
Study Notes — Genesis 46:24
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Context — The Children of Bilhah
22These are the sons of Rachel born to Jacob—fourteen in all.
23The son of Dan: Hushim.
24The sons of Naphtali: Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem.
25These are the sons of Jacob born to Bilhah, whom Laban gave to his daughter Rachel—seven in all. 26All those belonging to Jacob who came to Egypt—his direct descendants, besides the wives of Jacob’s sons—numbered sixty-six persons.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 7:13 | The sons of Naphtali: Jahziel, Guni, Jezer, and Shallum —the descendants of Bilhah. |
| 2 | Numbers 1:42–43 | From the sons of Naphtali, according to the records of their clans and families, counting the names of all those twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army, those registered to the tribe of Naphtali numbered 53,400. |
| 3 | Genesis 35:25 | The sons of Rachel’s maidservant Bilhah were Dan and Naphtali. |
| 4 | Genesis 30:7–8 | And Rachel’s servant Bilhah conceived again and bore Jacob a second son. Then Rachel said, “In my great struggles, I have wrestled with my sister and won.” So she named him Naphtali. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 12:34 | From Naphtali: 1,000 commanders, accompanied by 37,000 men with shield and spear. |
| 6 | Numbers 26:48–50 | These were the descendants of Naphtali by their clans: The Jahzeelite clan from Jahzeel, the Gunite clan from Guni, the Jezerite clan from Jezer, and the Shillemite clan from Shillem. These were the clans of Naphtali, and their registration numbered 45,400. |
| 7 | Numbers 1:15 | and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.” |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 33:23 | Concerning Naphtali he said: “Naphtali is abounding with favor, full of the blessing of the LORD; he shall take possession of the sea and the south.” |
| 9 | 1 Chronicles 2:2 | Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher. |
| 10 | Genesis 49:21 | Naphtali is a doe set free that bears beautiful fawns. |
Genesis 46:24 Summary
[The verse Genesis 46:24 lists the sons of Naphtali, which are Jahzeel, Guni, Jezer, and Shillem. This list is a record of the descendants of Jacob, and it shows how God kept His promises to Jacob, as seen in Genesis 28:14. The sons of Naphtali are part of a larger family that would eventually become the nation of Israel, and their story is an important part of the biblical narrative, as seen in Genesis 46:8-27 and Exodus 1:1-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the list of Naphtali's sons important in the book of Genesis?
The list of Naphtali's sons, as seen in Genesis 46:24, is important because it provides a record of the descendants of Jacob, which is a key part of the biblical narrative, as seen in Genesis 46:8-27. This list also highlights God's faithfulness to His promises, as stated in Genesis 28:14 and Genesis 35:11.
How does the number of sons of Naphtali compare to other tribes in the family of Jacob?
The number of sons of Naphtali, which is four, is fewer than some of the other tribes, such as the sons of Rachel, who had fourteen sons in total, as mentioned in Genesis 46:22. However, each son is significant in the eyes of God, as seen in Psalm 127:3-5.
What is the significance of the names of Naphtali's sons, such as Jahzeel and Guni?
The names of Naphtali's sons, such as Jahzeel and Guni, may hold specific meanings, but the Bible does not provide explicit explanations for these names. However, we can see that the naming of children is an important aspect of biblical culture, as seen in Genesis 29:32-35 and Genesis 30:1-24.
How does the list of Naphtali's sons relate to the larger story of the Israelites in Egypt?
The list of Naphtali's sons is part of the larger story of the Israelites in Egypt, as seen in Genesis 46:1-27. This narrative sets the stage for the events that will unfold in the book of Exodus, as the Israelites grow and multiply in Egypt, as stated in Exodus 1:7.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about the importance of family and heritage from the list of Naphtali's sons in Genesis 46:24?
- How does the record of Naphtali's sons demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises, and what comfort can we derive from this?
- In what ways can we apply the principle of being mindful of our heritage, as seen in Genesis 46:8-27, to our own lives and families?
- What role do you think the sons of Naphtali played in the larger story of the Israelites in Egypt, and what can we learn from their example?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 46:24
And the sons of Naphtali, Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem. The last is called Shallum in 1 Chronicles 7:13.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 46:24
And the sons of Naphtali; Jahzeel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 46:24
(24) Naphtali has four sons: Numbers 26:48-49. 1 Chronicles 7:13. Jahzeel,Jahzeel,Jahziel,Guni,Guni,Guni,Jezer,Jezer,Jezer,Shillem.Shillem.Sliallum.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 46:24
THE MUSTER-ROLL OF ISRAEL, Genesis 46:8-27. “There is a painstaking minuteness in the dates and statistics of this history, which stands in wonderful contrast with the round numbers and vague statements of mythical narratives.
Sermons on Genesis 46:24
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Prayer 02 Promises Provoke Prayer by Bob Clark | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Elijah and his encounter with King Ahab during a time of drought. Elijah receives a message from God to show himself to Ahab and |
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Genesis #25 Ch. 46-48 & 50 Jacob's & Joseph's Faith by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 46, 47, 48, and 50. He highlights the provision of God for His people, as seen in Pharaoh giving the land of Goshen to the |
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Joseph Reminds Me of Jesus-07 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of honoring God in all aspects of life. He uses the example of Joseph from the Bible, who went through many trials but was ult |