New International Version When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah succeeded him as king. New Living Translation When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah became king in his place. English Standard Version Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place. Berean Standard Bible When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. Berean Literal Bible And Bela died, and Jobab son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place. King James Bible And when Bela was dead, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. New King James Version And when Bela died, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place. New American Standard Bible When Bela died, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah became king in his place. NASB 1995 When Bela died, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah became king in his place. NASB 1977 When Bela died, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah became king in his place. Legacy Standard Bible Then Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah became king in his place. Amplified Bible When Bela died, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah became king in his place. Berean Annotated Bible When Bela (destruction) died, Jobab (a desert) son of Zerah (rising) from Bozrah (sheepfold / fortress) reigned in his place. Christian Standard Bible When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. Holman Christian Standard Bible When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah ruled in his place. American Standard Version And Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. Contemporary English Version After Bela's death, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah became king. English Revised Version And Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. GOD'S WORD® Translation After Bela died, Jobab, son of Zerah from Bozrah, succeeded him as king. International Standard Version After Bela died, Zerah's son Jobab from Bozrah succeeded him. NET Bible When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah, succeeded him. New Heart English Bible Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place. Webster's Bible Translation And when Bela was dead Jobab the son of Zera of Bozrah reigned in his stead. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. World English Bible Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Bela dies, and Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrali reigns in his stead; Berean Literal Bible And Bela died, and Jobab son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his place. Young's Literal Translation And Bela dieth, and reign in his stead doth Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrali; Smith's Literal Translation And Bela will die, and Jobab son of Zerah of Borah will reign in his stead. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Bale died, and Jobab the son of Zare of Bosra, reigned in his stead. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Bela died, and Jobab, the son of Zerah, from Bozrah, reigned in his place. New American Bible When Bela died, Jobab, son of Zerah, from Bozrah, succeeded him as king. New Revised Standard Version When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah of Bozrah succeeded him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when Bela died, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Bala died, and after him Yubab, son of Zarakh, from Butsar, became king. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Bela died, and Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Balac died, and Jobab the son of Zara of Bosorrha reigned in his stead. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Rulers of Edom43These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: Bela son of Beor. His city was named Dinhabah. 44When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. 45When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites reigned in his place.… Cross References When Bela died, Genesis 36:32 Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city was Dinhabah. 1 Kings 14:31 And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David; his mother’s name was Naamah the Ammonite. And his son Abijam reigned in his place. 2 Kings 15:38 And Jotham rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David his father. And his son Ahaz reigned in his place. Jobab son of Zerah Genesis 36:33 When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah reigned in his place. Genesis 36:13 These are the sons of Reuel: Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah. They are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath. Genesis 36:17 These are the sons of Esau’s son Reuel: Chiefs Nahath, Zerah, Shammah, and Mizzah. They are the chiefs descended from Reuel in the land of Edom, and they are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Basemath. from Bozrah Isaiah 63:1 Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah with crimson-stained garments? Who is this robed in splendor, marching in the greatness of His strength? “It is I, proclaiming vindication, mighty to save.” Jeremiah 49:13 For by Myself I have sworn, declares the LORD, that Bozrah will become a desolation, a disgrace, a ruin, and a curse, and all her cities will be in ruins forever.” Amos 1:12 So I will send fire upon Teman to consume the citadels of Bozrah.” reigned in his place. Genesis 36:34 When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites reigned in his place. Genesis 36:35 When Husham died, Hadad son of Bedad, who defeated Midian in the country of Moab, reigned in his place. And the name of his city was Avith. Genesis 36:36 When Hadad died, Samlah from Masrekah reigned in his place. Genesis 36:31 These are the kings who reigned in the land of Edom before any king reigned over the Israelites: Genesis 36:37 When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth on the Euphrates reigned in his place. Genesis 36:38 When Shaul died, Baal-hanan son of Achbor reigned in his place. Genesis 36:39 When Baal-hanan son of Achbor died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab. Treasury of Scripture And when Bela was dead, Jobab the son of Zerah of Bozrah reigned in his stead. Bozrah. Isaiah 34:6 The sword of the LORD is filled with blood, it is made fat with fatness, and with the blood of lambs and goats, with the fat of the kidneys of rams: for the LORD hath a sacrifice in Bozrah, and a great slaughter in the land of Idumea. Isaiah 63:1 Who is this that cometh from Edom, with dyed garments from Bozrah? this that is glorious in his apparel, travelling in the greatness of his strength? I that speak in righteousness, mighty to save. Jeremiah 49:13 For I have sworn by myself, saith the LORD, that Bozrah shall become a desolation, a reproach, a waste, and a curse; and all the cities thereof shall be perpetual wastes. Jump to Previous Bela Bozrah Dead Death Died Dieth Jobab Reign Reigned Stead Succeeded ZerahJump to Next Bela Bozrah Dead Death Died Dieth Jobab Reign Reigned Stead Succeeded Zerah1 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. When Bela died, When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah succeeded him as king of Edom. Gen 36:32 Bela son of Beor reigned in Edom; the name of his city… Jobab son of Zerah Jobab son of Zerah succeeded Bela as king. Naming his father distinguishes him from others with the same name in the Edomite royal record. Gen 36:33 When Bela died, Jobab son of Zerah from Bozrah… from Bozrah Jobab came from one of Edom’s principal cities, a fortified center of influence in the region. Isa 63:1 Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah… reigned in his place. The succession maintained Edom’s government under a new ruler, while the record shows that earthly kingdoms and their leaders rose and passed away under God’s sovereign rule. Gen 36:34 When Jobab died, Husham from the land of the Temanites… Persons / Places / Events 1. BelaBela was a king mentioned in the genealogies of Edom. His death marks a transition of leadership. 2. Jobab Jobab, the son of Zerah, succeeded Bela as king. His lineage and role are significant in the context of Edomite history. 3. Zerah Zerah is noted as the father of Jobab, indicating a continuation of leadership within a family line. 4. Bozrah Bozrah was a city in Edom, often associated with strength and fortification. It serves as the geographical context for Jobab's reign. 5. Edom The nation of Edom, descended from Esau, is the broader context for these genealogies, highlighting the historical and familial connections to Israel. Teaching Points The Importance of Leadership TransitionsThe transition from Bela to Jobab highlights the inevitability of change in leadership. In our lives, we should be prepared for transitions and trust in God's sovereignty over them. Family and Legacy The mention of Jobab as the son of Zerah underscores the importance of family and legacy. As Christians, we are called to consider the spiritual legacy we leave for future generations. God's Sovereignty Over Nations The genealogies of Edom remind us that God is sovereign over all nations and their leaders. We can trust that He is in control, even when earthly leadership changes. Historical Context in Scripture Understanding the historical and geographical context of biblical events enriches our comprehension of Scripture. It encourages us to study the Bible deeply and seek out its historical roots. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 1:44?2. How does 1 Chronicles 1:44 demonstrate God's sovereignty over leadership transitions? 3. What can we learn about God's timing from 1 Chronicles 1:44? 4. How does this verse connect to God's promises in Genesis? 5. How should we respond to leadership changes in light of 1 Chronicles 1:44? 6. What does 1 Chronicles 1:44 teach about trusting God's plan for leadership? 7. Why does 1 Chronicles 1:44 list kings who reigned before any king of Israel? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 1:44 fit into the genealogical context of the chapter? 9. What is the significance of the Edomite kings in 1 Chronicles 1:44? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 1? (44, 45) Bozrah.--"Portress" (the Byrsa of Carthage); was one of the capitals of Edom, perhaps identical with Mibzar (fortress, 1Chronicles 1:53). Eusebius mentions Mabsara as a large town in Gebalene. It is now represented by the ruins of Al-Bussireh in Jebal. See Amos 1:12, "I will send a fire upon Teman, which shall devour the palaces of Bozrah;" and Isaiah 34:6.Verse 44. - It is not impossible that this Jobab is one with Job. The allusions in Genesis 36:11 to "Eliphaz the Temanite" have directed attention to this; and it has been favoured by the Septuagint and the Fathers. 1 Chronicles 1:44, though concise, affirms the historical accuracy of Scripture, showcases God’s sovereign hand in leadership succession, and reminds us that He is mindful of every nation’s story. Even a brief record of an Edomite king points us to the Lord who rules over all human transitions with perfect wisdom and timing. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When Belaבָּ֑לַע (bā·la‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1106: Bela -- an Edomite, also two Israelites died, וַיָּ֖מָת (way·yā·māṯ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4191: To die, to kill Jobab יוֹבָ֥ב (yō·w·ḇāḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3103: Jobab -- a son of Joktan, also his descendants, also two non-Israelite kings, also two Benjamites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Zerah זֶ֖רַח (ze·raḥ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2226: Zerah -- three Israelites, also an Edomite, also an Ethiopian from Bozrah מִבָּצְרָֽה׃ (mib·bā·ṣə·rāh) Preposition-m | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1224: Bozrah -- 'fortress', a city in Edom, also one in Moab reigned וַיִּמְלֹ֣ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel in his place. תַּחְתָּ֔יו (taḥ·tāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of Additonal Resources 1 Chronicles 1:44 Blue Letter Bible1 Chronicles 1:44 Bible Gateway 1 Chronicles 1:44 Bible.com 1 Chronicles 1:44 NIV |
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