1 Chronicles 1:21
New International Version
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

New Living Translation
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

English Standard Version
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Berean Standard Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

King James Bible
Hadoram also, and Uzal, and Diklah,

New King James Version
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

New American Standard Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

NASB 1995
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

NASB 1977
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Legacy Standard Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Amplified Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Christian Standard Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

American Standard Version
and Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah,

English Revised Version
and Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Good News Translation
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

International Standard Version
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Majority Standard Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

NET Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

New Heart English Bible
and Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah,

Webster's Bible Translation
Hadoram also, and Uzal, and Diklah,

World English Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah,

Young's Literal Translation
and Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah,

Smith's Literal Translation
Hadoram, and Uzal and Diklah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Adoram, and Usal, and Decla,

Catholic Public Domain Version
as well as Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah,

New American Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

New Revised Standard Version
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Haduram and Uzel and Deqla.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Hadoram, and Uzal, and Diklah;

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Context
From Adam to Abraham
20And Joktan was the father of Almodad, Sheleph, Hazarmaveth, Jerah, 21 Hadoram, Uzal, Diklah, 22Obal, Abimael, Sheba,…

Cross References
Genesis 10:24-25
Arphaxad was the father of Shelah, and Shelah was the father of Eber. / Two sons were born to Eber: One was named Peleg, because in his days the earth was divided, and his brother was named Joktan.

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.

Luke 3:35-36
the son of Serug, the son of Reu, the son of Peleg, the son of Eber, the son of Shelah, / the son of Cainan, the son of Arphaxad, the son of Shem, the son of Noah, the son of Lamech,

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

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 11:14-15
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 10:21
And sons were also born to Shem, the older brother of Japheth; Shem was the forefather of all the sons of Eber.

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.

Genesis 11:24-25
When Nahor was 29 years old, he became the father of Terah. / And after he had become the father of Terah, Nahor lived 119 years and had other sons and daughters.

Genesis 11:26-27
When Terah was 70 years old, he became the father of Abram, Nahor, and Haran. / This is the account of Terah. Terah became the father of Abram, Nahor, and Haran. And Haran became the father of Lot.

Genesis 11:28-29
During his father Terah’s lifetime, Haran died in his native land, in Ur of the Chaldeans. / And Abram and Nahor took wives for themselves. Abram’s wife was named Sarai, and Nahor’s wife was named Milcah; she was the daughter of Haran, who was the father of both Milcah and Iscah.

Genesis 11:30-31
But Sarai was barren; she had no children. / And Terah took his son Abram, his grandson Lot son of Haran, and his daughter-in-law Sarai the wife of Abram, and they set out from Ur of the Chaldeans for the land of Canaan. But when they arrived in Haran, they settled there.


Treasury of Scripture

Hadoram also, and Uzal, and Diklah,

Ebal.

Genesis 10:28
And Obal, and Abimael, and Sheba,

Obal.

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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.














Hadoram
Hadoram is listed as a descendant of Shem, one of Noah's sons, through Joktan. This genealogy highlights the spread of nations after the flood, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's command to "be fruitful and multiply" (Genesis 9:1). Hadoram's name appears in the genealogies of both Genesis 10:27 and 1 Chronicles 1:21, underscoring the consistency of the biblical record. The name Hadoram may be linked to a region or people group in the Arabian Peninsula, suggesting the geographical spread of Shem's descendants into what is now modern-day Yemen and Oman. This reflects the historical movement and settlement patterns of ancient Semitic peoples.

Uzal
Uzal is another descendant of Joktan, and his name is associated with the ancient city of Sana'a, the capital of Yemen. This connection provides insight into the early Semitic settlements in the Arabian Peninsula. The mention of Uzal in the genealogies serves to trace the lineage and territorial expansion of Shem's descendants, illustrating the fulfillment of God's promise to Noah's family. The historical and geographical context of Uzal highlights the spread of civilization and trade routes in the ancient Near East, as Yemen was a key player in the incense trade, which is referenced in other parts of the Bible, such as the visit of the Queen of Sheba to Solomon (1 Kings 10:1-13).

Diklah
Diklah is also a descendant of Joktan, and his name is thought to be associated with a region or tribe in the Arabian Peninsula. The genealogical record in 1 Chronicles 1:21, along with Genesis 10:27, emphasizes the dispersion of peoples and the establishment of various tribes and nations. The name Diklah may be linked to the palm tree, which is significant in the context of the Arabian Peninsula, known for its date palms. This connection to the natural resources of the region highlights the adaptation and survival of ancient peoples in arid environments. The mention of Diklah in the genealogies serves as a reminder of the diverse cultures and peoples that emerged from Noah's descendants, fulfilling God's plan for humanity to fill the earth.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Enoch
Enoch is a significant figure in the Bible known for his close relationship with God. He is noted for having "walked with God" and was taken by God, meaning he did not experience death in the traditional sense. His life is a testament to faith and righteousness.

2. Methuselah
Methuselah is famously known as the oldest person recorded in the Bible, living 969 years. His long life is often seen as a symbol of God's patience and the longevity of the antediluvian patriarchs.

3. Lamech
Lamech is the father of Noah and is part of the genealogy leading to the flood account. His life marks the transition from the pre-flood world to the new beginning through Noah.
Teaching Points
Walking with God
Enoch's life exemplifies the importance of a close, personal relationship with God. Believers are encouraged to cultivate a daily walk with God through prayer, scripture reading, and obedience.

Faith and Righteousness
Enoch's faith is highlighted in the New Testament as an example for believers. Faith is not just belief but is demonstrated through righteous living and trust in God's promises.

God's Patience and Judgment
Methuselah's long life can be seen as a symbol of God's patience with humanity before the flood. It serves as a reminder of God's mercy but also His eventual judgment.

Generational Legacy
The genealogy from Enoch to Lamech and Noah shows the importance of passing down faith and righteousness through generations. Believers are called to influence their families and communities positively.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Hadoram,
הֲדוֹרָ֥ם (hă·ḏō·w·rām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1913: Hadoram -- a son of Joktan, also son of the king of Hamath

Uzal,
אוּזָ֖ל (’ū·zāl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 187: Uzal -- a son of Joktan, also his descendants, also a place of uncertain location

Diklah,
דִּקְלָֽה׃ (diq·lāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1853: Diklah -- a son of Joktan, also the southern Arabian tribe descended from him


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