New International Version The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanok, Abida and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Keturah. New Living Translation The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Abraham through his concubine Keturah. English Standard Version The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the descendants of Keturah. Berean Standard Bible The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons. Berean Literal Bible And the sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abidah, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. King James Bible And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah. New King James Version The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the children of Keturah. New American Standard Bible The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. NASB 1995 The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. NASB 1977 And the sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Legacy Standard Bible The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Amplified Bible The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons [and grandsons] of Keturah. Berean Annotated Bible The sons of Midian (strife): Ephah (gloomy), Epher (a calf), Hanoch (dedicated), Abida (my father knows), and Eldaah (God has known). All of these were Keturah’s (incense) sons. Christian Standard Bible Midian’s sons: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s descendants. Holman Christian Standard Bible Midian’s sons: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons. American Standard Version And the sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Contemporary English Version Midian was the father of Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. English Revised Version And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. GOD'S WORD® Translation The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Keturah. Good News Translation Midian had five sons: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. International Standard Version The descendants of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the descendants of Keturah. NET Bible The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. New Heart English Bible The sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Webster's Bible Translation And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons. World English Bible The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd sons of Midian: Ephah and Epher, and Enoch, and Abida, and Eldaah; all these [are] sons of Keturah. Berean Literal Bible And the sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abidah, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Young's Literal Translation And sons of Midian: Ephah and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah; all these are sons of Keturah. Smith's Literal Translation And the sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher and Henoch, and Abidah, and Eldaah: All these the sons of Keturah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the sons of Madian: Epha, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaa. All these are the sons of Cetura. Catholic Public Domain Version And the sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah. New American Bible The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. New Revised Standard Version The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the descendants of Keturah. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Henoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Kenturah. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the sons of Medyan: Epha and Aphar and ENoah and Abida and Elda; these all are sons of Qetura. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the sons of Midian: Ephah, and Epher, and Hanoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these were the sons of Keturah. Brenton Septuagint Translation and the sons of Madiam; Gephar, and Opher, and Enoch, and Abida, and Eldada; all these were the sons of Chettura. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Descendants of Abraham…32The sons born to Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan. 33The sons of Midian: Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were Keturah’s sons. 34Abraham was the father of Isaac. The sons of Isaac: Esau and Israel.… Cross References The sons of Midian: Numbers 31:2 “Take vengeance on the Midianites for the Israelites. After that, you will be gathered to your people.” Judges 6:3 Whenever the Israelites planted their crops, the Midianites, Amalekites, and other people of the east would come up and invade them, Numbers 31:7-8 Then they waged war against Midian, as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they killed every male. / Among the slain were Evi, Rekem, Zur, Hur, and Reba—the five kings of Midian. They also killed Balaam son of Beor with the sword. Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. Genesis 25:4 The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All these were descendants of Keturah. Isaiah 60:6 Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. Genesis 37:28 So when the Midianite traders passed by, his brothers pulled Joseph out of the pit and sold him for twenty shekels of silver to the Ishmaelites, who took him to Egypt. All of these were Keturah’s sons. Genesis 25:1-3 Now Abraham had taken another wife, named Keturah, / and she bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. / Jokshan was the father of Sheba and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were the Asshurites, the Letushites, and the Leummites. Genesis 25:5-6 Abraham left everything he owned to Isaac. / But while he was still alive, Abraham gave gifts to the sons of his concubines and sent them away from his son Isaac to the land of the east. Genesis 36:11-12 The sons of Eliphaz were Teman, Omar, Zepho, Gatam, and Kenaz. / Additionally, Timna, a concubine of Esau’s son Eliphaz, gave birth to Amalek. These are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Adah. Genesis 36:15-16 These are the chiefs among the sons of Esau. The sons of Eliphaz the firstborn of Esau: Chiefs Teman, Omar, Zepho, Kenaz, / Korah, Gatam, and Amalek. They are the chiefs of Eliphaz in the land of Edom, and they are the grandsons of Adah. Genesis 36:18 These are the sons of Esau’s wife Oholibamah: Chiefs Jeush, Jalam, and Korah. They are the chiefs descended from Esau’s wife Oholibamah, the daughter of Anah. Genesis 36:20-21 These are the sons of Seir the Horite, who were living in the land: Lotan, Shobal, Zibeon, Anah, / Dishon, Ezer, and Dishan. They are the chiefs of the Horites, the descendants of Seir in the land of Edom. Genesis 36:25 These are the children of Anah: Dishon and Oholibamah daughter of Anah. Genesis 36:40-43 These are the names of Esau’s chiefs, according to their families and regions, by their names: Chiefs Timna, Alvah, Jetheth, / Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, / Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar, … Genesis 25:13-16 These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, / Mishma, Dumah, Massa, / Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. … Genesis 28:9 Esau went to Ishmael and married Mahalath, the sister of Nebaioth and daughter of Abraham’s son Ishmael, in addition to the wives he already had. Treasury of Scripture And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah. Ephah. Isaiah 60:6 The multitude of camels shall cover thee, the dromedaries of Midian and Ephah; all they from Sheba shall come: they shall bring gold and incense; and they shall shew forth the praises of the LORD. Jump to Previous Abida Descendants Eldaah Elda'ah Enoch Ephah Epher Hanoch Henoch Keturah Ketu'rah Midian Mid'ianJump to Next Abida Descendants Eldaah Elda'ah Enoch Ephah Epher Hanoch Henoch Keturah Ketu'rah Midian Mid'ian1 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 sons of Midian: Midian was Abraham’s son by Keturah and became the ancestor of the Midianites, a nomadic people who lived east and south of Canaan. In later generations, they frequently interacted and conflicted with Israel. Num 31:2 Take vengeance on the Midianites for the Israelites.… Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah. These five sons formed the principal Midianite clans. Their descendants spread through the desert regions of Arabia and became involved in regional trade and tribal life. Gen 25:4 The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, and Hanoch.… All of these were Keturah’s sons. Keturah’s children extended Abraham’s family into several surrounding nations. Though Isaac remained the heir of the covenant line, God also fulfilled His promise to multiply Abraham’s descendants through Keturah. Gen 25:1-3 Now Abraham had taken another wife, named Keturah,… Persons / Places / Events 1. MidianMidian was a son of Abraham and Keturah. The Midianites, his descendants, played significant roles in biblical history, often interacting with the Israelites. 2. Ephah Ephah is one of the sons of Midian. His name is also associated with a region or tribe in the Arabian desert, indicating the spread of Midian's descendants. 3. Epher Another son of Midian, Epher's name is less frequently mentioned, but he is part of the lineage that contributed to the tribes in the Arabian Peninsula. 4. Hanoch Hanoch, also a son of Midian, shares a name with other biblical figures, indicating a common naming tradition. 5. Abida and Eldaah These sons of Midian are mentioned together, and like their brothers, they represent the expansion of Abraham's lineage through Keturah. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness to His PromisesThe genealogy of Midian and his brothers demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promise to Abraham to make him a father of many nations. The Complexity of God's Plan The descendants of Keturah, including Midian, show that God's plan includes a wide array of peoples and nations, each playing a role in His divine account. The Importance of Lineage and Heritage Understanding the genealogies in Scripture helps us appreciate the historical and spiritual heritage that shapes biblical events and prophecies. Interconnectedness of Biblical Narratives The mention of Midian and his sons connects various biblical accounts, illustrating how different parts of Scripture are woven together in God's overarching account. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 1:33?2. How does 1 Chronicles 1:33 emphasize the importance of genealogies in Scripture? 3. What can we learn about God's faithfulness from Esau's descendants in 1 Chronicles 1:33? 4. How does Esau's lineage in 1 Chronicles 1:33 connect to God's promise to Abraham? 5. How can understanding Esau's descendants help us appreciate God's plan for nations? 6. What practical lessons can we draw from Esau's family history in our lives? 7. What is the significance of the genealogy listed in 1 Chronicles 1:33? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 1:33 contribute to the overall narrative of the Bible? 9. Why are the descendants of Seir mentioned in 1 Chronicles 1:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 1? (33) The five clans or tribes of Midian. These, with the seven names of 1Chronicles 1:31, make a total of twelve tribes for Keturah. Ephah.--Called Ha'apa, or Hayapa by Tiglath-pileser. 1 Chronicles 1:33 faithfully preserves the five sons of Midian—Ephah, Epher, Hanoch, Abida, and Eldaah—rooting them in the larger Abrahamic narrative. Each name, though brief in detail, contributes to the fulfillment of God’s promise to multiply Abraham’s descendants and shape nations. The verse reminds readers that every generation, recorded or obscure, stands under God’s sovereign oversight and plays a part in His redemptive plan.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The sonsוּבְנֵ֣י (ū·ḇə·nê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Midian: מִדְיָ֗ן (miḏ·yān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4080: Midian -- a son of Abraham and Keturah, also his descendants and the region where they settled Ephah, עֵיפָ֤ה (‘ê·p̄āh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5891: Ephah -- two Israelites, also a Midianite Epher, וָעֵ֙פֶר֙ (wā·‘ê·p̄er) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6081: Epher -- two Israelites, also a Midianite Hanoch, וַחֲנ֔וֹךְ (wa·ḥă·nō·wḵ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2585: Enoch -- four Israelites, sons of Cain, Jered, Midian and Reuben Abida, וַאֲבִידָ֖ע (wa·’ă·ḇî·ḏā‘) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 28: Abida -- 'my father took knowledge', a son of Midian and Eldaah. וְאֶלְדָּעָ֑ה (wə·’el·dā·‘āh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 420: Eldaah -- 'God has called', a son of Midian All כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every of these אֵ֖לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those were Keturah’s קְטוּרָֽה׃ (qə·ṭū·rāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6989: Keturah -- a wife of Abraham sons. בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son Additonal Resources 1 Chronicles 1:33 Blue Letter Bible1 Chronicles 1:33 Bible Gateway 1 Chronicles 1:33 Bible.com 1 Chronicles 1:33 NIV |
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