1 Chronicles 1:16
New International Version
Arvadites, Zemarites and Hamathites.

New Living Translation
Arvadites, Zemarites, and Hamathites.

English Standard Version
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

Berean Standard Bible
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

King James Bible
And the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

New King James Version
the Arvadite, the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

New American Standard Bible
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

NASB 1995
the Arvadites, the Zemarites and the Hamathites.

NASB 1977
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

Legacy Standard Bible
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

Amplified Bible
Arvadites, Zemarites, and Hamathites.

Christian Standard Bible
Arvadites, Zemarites, and Hamathites.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Arvadites, Zemarites, and Hamathites.

American Standard Version
and the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

English Revised Version
and the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

Good News Translation
Arvadites, Zemarites, and Hamathites.

International Standard Version
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

Majority Standard Bible
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

NET Bible
Arvadites, Zemarites, and Hamathites.

New Heart English Bible
and the Arvadites, and the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

World English Bible
the Arvadite, the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

Young's Literal Translation
and the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the Aradian, and the Samarite, and the Hamathite.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and also the Arvadian, and the Samarite, and the Hamathite.

New American Bible
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.

New Revised Standard Version
the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the Arvadites and the Zemarites and the Hamathites.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Arudites and the Tsamrites and the Khamathites.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

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Context
From Adam to Abraham
15the Hivites, the Arkites, the Sinites, 16 the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites. 17The sons of Shem: Elam, Asshur, Arphaxad, Lud, and Aram. The sons of Aram: Uz, Hul, Gether, and Meshech.…

Cross References
Genesis 10:17-18
the Hivites, the Arkites, the Sinites, / the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites. Later the Canaanite clans were scattered,

Genesis 10:15-16
And Canaan was the father of Sidon his firstborn, and of the Hittites, / the Jebusites, the Amorites, the Girgashites,

Genesis 10:6-7
The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. / The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan.

Genesis 10:1-5
This is the account of Noah’s sons Shem, Ham, and Japheth, who also had sons after the flood. / The sons of Japheth: Gomer, Magog, Madai, Javan, Tubal, Meshech, and Tiras. / The sons of Gomer: Ashkenaz, Riphath, and Togarmah. ...

Genesis 10:20-21
These are the sons of Ham according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations. / And sons were also born to Shem, the older brother of Japheth; Shem was the forefather of all the sons of Eber.

Genesis 10:22-23
The sons of Shem: Elam, Asshur, Arphaxad, Lud, and Aram. / The sons of Aram: Uz, Hul, Gether, and Mash.

Genesis 10:29-30
Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab. All these were sons of Joktan. / Their territory extended from Mesha to Sephar, in the eastern hill country.

Genesis 10:31-32
These are the sons of Shem, according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations. / All these are the clans of Noah’s sons, according to their generations and nations. From these the nations of the earth spread out after the flood.

Genesis 11:10-11
This is the account of Shem. Two years after the flood, when Shem was 100 years old, he became the father of Arphaxad. / And after he had become the father of Arphaxad, Shem lived 500 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:12-13
When Arphaxad was 35 years old, he became the father of Shelah. / And after he had become the father of Shelah, Arphaxad lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:14-15
When Shelah was 30 years old, he became the father of Eber. / And after he had become the father of Eber, Shelah lived 403 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:16-17
When Eber was 34 years old, he became the father of Peleg. / And after he had become the father of Peleg, Eber lived 430 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:18-19
When Peleg was 30 years old, he became the father of Reu. / And after he had become the father of Reu, Peleg lived 209 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:20-21
When Reu was 32 years old, he became the father of Serug. / And after he had become the father of Serug, Reu lived 207 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:22-23
When Serug was 30 years old, he became the father of Nahor. / And after he had become the father of Nahor, Serug lived 200 years and had other sons and daughters.


Treasury of Scripture

And the Arvadite, and the Zemarite, and the Hamathite.

Hamathite.

Numbers 34:8
From mount Hor ye shall point out your border unto the entrance of Hamath; and the goings forth of the border shall be to Zedad:

1 Kings 8:65
And at that time Solomon held a feast, and all Israel with him, a great congregation, from the entering in of Hamath unto the river of Egypt, before the LORD our God, seven days and seven days, even fourteen days.

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1 Chronicles 1
1. Adam's line to Noah.
5. The sons of Japheth.
8. The sons of Ham.
17. The sons of Shem.
24. Shem's line to Abraham.
29. Ishmael's sons.
32. The sons of Keturah.
34. The posterity of Abraham by Esau.
38. The sons of Seir.
43. The kings of Edom.
51. The dukes of Edom.














the Arvadites
The Arvadites are descendants of Arvad, a son of Canaan, who was the son of Ham. Arvad is identified with the island city of Arwad, located off the coast of modern-day Syria. This city was known for its maritime prowess and was a significant center of trade and commerce in the ancient world. The Arvadites were known as skilled sailors and shipbuilders, contributing to the spread of Canaanite culture across the Mediterranean. In biblical context, the mention of the Arvadites highlights the diverse and expansive nature of the Canaanite lineage. The city of Arwad is also mentioned in Ezekiel 27:8, where it is noted for its involvement in the trade network of Tyre, indicating its importance in the region.

the Zemarites
The Zemarites are another Canaanite group, descended from Zemar, a son of Canaan. They are associated with the ancient city of Sumur, located in what is now Lebanon. Archaeological evidence suggests that Sumur was a fortified city, playing a strategic role in the region. The Zemarites, like other Canaanite tribes, were part of the broader cultural and religious milieu that characterized the land of Canaan before the Israelite conquest. The mention of the Zemarites in genealogical records underscores the historical presence of these peoples in the land that would later become part of Israel's inheritance. The Canaanite tribes, including the Zemarites, are often depicted in the Bible as adversaries of Israel, representing the pagan influences that Israel was commanded to overcome.

and the Hamathites
The Hamathites are descendants of Hamath, another son of Canaan. They are linked to the city of Hamath, located in present-day Syria. Hamath was a significant city-state in the ancient Near East, known for its political and military strength. It is frequently mentioned in the Bible, including in the context of the northern boundary of the Promised Land (Numbers 34:8). The city of Hamath played a role in various biblical narratives, including alliances and conflicts with Israel. The Hamathites, as part of the Canaanite lineage, represent the broader network of city-states and peoples that inhabited the region. The inclusion of the Hamathites in genealogical records serves to illustrate the complex tapestry of nations and cultures that surrounded and interacted with the Israelites throughout their history.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Arvadites
Descendants of Arvad, a son of Canaan. Arvad was an island city-state located in the Mediterranean Sea, known for its maritime prowess.

2. Zemarites
Descendants of Zemar, another son of Canaan. The Zemarites are believed to have settled in the region of modern-day Syria.

3. Hamathites
Descendants of Hamath, also a son of Canaan. Hamath was a significant city in ancient Syria, often mentioned in the context of its strategic importance and interactions with Israel.
Teaching Points
Understanding Lineage and Heritage
The genealogies in 1 Chronicles remind us of the importance of understanding our spiritual heritage. Just as the Israelites traced their lineage, Christians are encouraged to understand their spiritual lineage through Christ.

God's Sovereignty Over Nations
The mention of various nations and peoples in the Bible underscores God's sovereignty over all nations. He is the God of history, orchestrating events according to His divine plan.

Cultural and Historical Context
Recognizing the historical and cultural context of biblical peoples helps us appreciate the depth and richness of Scripture. It encourages us to study the Bible with an awareness of its historical backdrop.

The Spread of Humanity
The dispersion of peoples after the flood illustrates the spread of humanity across the earth. It serves as a reminder of God's command to "fill the earth" and the diversity of His creation.

Interconnectedness of Scripture
The genealogies and historical accounts in the Bible show the interconnectedness of Scripture. They encourage us to see the Bible as a unified account of God's redemptive work.Verse 16. - This verse furnishes us with one illustration of the assertion made above, that the clues to the ethnological and ethnographical statements of these most ancient records are not necessarily all hopelessly lost. In the name Zemarite, it is suggested by Michaelis, that we have allusion to the place Sumra, on the west coast of Syria, this Sumra being the Siniyra of Pliny ('Hist. Nat.,' 5:20), and of the Spanish geographer of the first century, Pomponius Mela (1. 12). But the place Zimira, in company with Arpad, is found in the Assyrian inscriptions of Sargon, n.o. 720, leaving little cause to hesitate in accepting the identification of Michaelis (Courier's 'Handbook to the Bible,' p. 233). Certainty, however, cannot be felt on the subject.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the Arvadites,
הָאַרְוָדִ֥י (hā·’ar·wā·ḏî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 721: Arvadite -- inhabitant of Arvad

the Zemarites,
הַצְּמָרִ֖י (haṣ·ṣə·mā·rî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6786: Zemarite -- a Canaanite people

and the Hamathites.
הַֽחֲמָתִֽי׃ (ha·ḥă·mā·ṯî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2577: Hamathite -- a Chamathite


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