1 Chronicles 2:39
New International Version
Azariah the father of Helez, Helez the father of Eleasah,

New Living Translation
Azariah was the father of Helez. Helez was the father of Eleasah.

English Standard Version
Azariah fathered Helez, and Helez fathered Eleasah.

Berean Standard Bible
Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah,

King James Bible
And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

New King James Version
Azariah begot Helez, and Helez begot Eleasah;

New American Standard Bible
Azariah fathered Helez, Helez fathered Eleasah,

NASB 1995
and Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez became the father of Eleasah,

NASB 1977
and Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez became the father of Eleasah,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez became the father of Eleasah,

Amplified Bible
Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez became the father of Eleasah.

Christian Standard Bible
Azariah fathered Helez, and Helez fathered Elasah.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Azariah fathered Helez, and Helez fathered Elasah.

American Standard Version
and Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

English Revised Version
and Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Azariah was the father of Helez. Helez was the father of Eleasah.

Good News Translation
Helez, Eleasah,

International Standard Version
Azariah fathered Helez, Helez fathered Eleasah,

Majority Standard Bible
Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah,

NET Bible
Azariah was the father of Helez, and Helez was the father of Eleasah.

New Heart English Bible
and Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez became the father of Eleasah,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

World English Bible
and Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez became the father of Eleasah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Jehu begot Azariah, and Azariah begot Helez, and Helez begot Eleasah,

Young's Literal Translation
and Jehu begat Azariah, and Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Azarias beget Helles, and Helles begot Elasa.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Azariah conceived Helez, and Helez conceived Eleasah.

New American Bible
Azariah became the father of Helez. Helez became the father of Eleasah.

New Revised Standard Version
Azariah became the father of Helez, and Helez of Eleasah.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Eleasah begat Samsai, and Samsai begat Shallum,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Azraya begot Khalaz, and Khalaz begot Elasa.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Azariah begot Helez, and Helez begot Eleasah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Azarias begot Chelles, and Chelles begot Eleasa,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Israel
38Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah, 39Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah, 40Elasah was the father of Sismai, Sismai was the father of Shallum,…

Cross References
Ruth 4:18-22
Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron, / Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab, / Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon, ...

Matthew 1:3-6
Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. / Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon. / Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, ...

Luke 3:31-34
the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David, / the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon, / the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, ...

Genesis 38:29-30
But when he pulled his hand back and his brother came out, she said, “You have broken out first!” So he was named Perez. / Then his brother came out with the scarlet thread around his wrist, and he was named Zerah.

Numbers 26:20-21
These were the descendants of Judah by their clans: The Shelanite clan from Shelah, the Perezite clan from Perez, and the Zerahite clan from Zerah. / And these were the descendants of Perez: the Hezronite clan from Hezron and the Hamulite clan from Hamul.

1 Samuel 16:1
Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.”

2 Samuel 2:4
Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.”

2 Samuel 5:1-3
Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel.

1 Kings 2:11
The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem.

1 Kings 11:36
I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name.

1 Chronicles 4:1
The descendants of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal.

1 Chronicles 5:1-2
These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright. / And though Judah prevailed over his brothers and a ruler came from him, the birthright belonged to Joseph.

1 Chronicles 9:1
So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness.

2 Chronicles 10:17
but Rehoboam still reigned over the Israelites living in the cities of Judah.

Psalm 78:68-70
But He chose the tribe of Judah, Mount Zion, which He loved. / He built His sanctuary like the heights, like the earth He has established forever. / He chose David His servant and took him from the sheepfolds;


Treasury of Scripture

And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

Helez.

2 Samuel 23:26
Helez the Paltite, Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite,

(1) One of David's valiant men,

2 Samuel 23:26
Helez the Paltite, Ira the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite,

1 Chronicles 11:27
Shammoth the Harorite, Helez the Pelonite,

(2) A descendant of Jerahmeel.

1 Chronicles 2:39
And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

Eleasah.

1 Chronicles 2:39,40
And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah, …

1 Chronicles 8:37
And Moza begat Binea: Rapha was his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son:

1 Chronicles 9:43
And Moza begat Binea; and Rephaiah his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son.

(1) Descended from Sheshan's daughter,

1 Chronicles 2:39
And Azariah begat Helez, and Helez begat Eleasah,

(2) One of the stock of Saul,

1 Chronicles 8:37
And Moza begat Binea: Rapha was his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son:

1 Chronicles 9:43
And Moza begat Binea; and Rephaiah his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son.

Jeremiah 29:3
By the hand of Elasah the son of Shaphan, and Gemariah the son of Hilkiah, (whom Zedekiah king of Judah sent unto Babylon to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon) saying,

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1 Chronicles 2
1. The sons of Israel.
3. The posterity of Judah by Tamar.
13. The children of Jesse.
18. The posterity of Caleb the son of Hezron.
21. Hezron's posterity by the daughter of Machir.
25. Jerahmeel's posterity.
34. Sheshan's posterity.
42. Another branch of Caleb's posterity.
50. The posterity of Caleb the son of Hur.














Azariah
The name "Azariah" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "Yahweh has helped." This name is significant in the biblical context as it reflects a common theme of divine assistance and favor. Throughout the Old Testament, individuals named Azariah often play roles that underscore God's intervention and support in the lives of His people. The name itself serves as a reminder of the faithfulness of God to His covenant people, Israel.

was the father of
This phrase is a translation of the Hebrew word "yalad," which means "to beget" or "to bring forth." In the genealogical context of 1 Chronicles, this phrase emphasizes the continuity of the family line and the importance of heritage in Israelite society. The act of fathering is not merely biological but also carries the weight of passing down spiritual and cultural legacies. It highlights the responsibility of each generation to uphold the faith and traditions of their ancestors.

Helez
The name "Helez" is less common in the biblical narrative, but it is believed to mean "strength" or "vigor." This name may reflect the qualities or aspirations of the family line, suggesting that Helez was seen as a strong or capable individual. In the broader scriptural context, names often convey character traits or divine purposes, and Helez's name might indicate the hope for strength and resilience in his descendants.

Helez was the father of
Repeating the phrase "was the father of" reinforces the genealogical structure of the passage. It serves as a reminder of the importance of lineage in the Chronicler's account, which seeks to establish the legitimacy and continuity of the tribes of Israel. This repetition underscores the interconnectedness of the generations and the unfolding of God's plan through familial lines.

Eleasah
The name "Eleasah" means "God has made" or "God has done." This name reflects a recognition of divine action and sovereignty. In the context of 1 Chronicles, Eleasah's name serves as a testament to God's ongoing work in the lives of His people. It suggests that the existence and continuation of the family line are attributed to God's providence and purpose. The name Eleasah encapsulates a sense of gratitude and acknowledgment of God's role in shaping history.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Azariah
וַעֲזַרְיָה֙ (wa·‘ă·zar·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5838: Azariah -- 'Yah has helped', the name of a number of Israelites

was the father of
הֹלִ֣יד (hō·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Helez,
חָ֔לֶץ (ḥā·leṣ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2503: Helez -- two Israelites

Helez
וְחֶ֖לֶץ (wə·ḥe·leṣ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2503: Helez -- two Israelites

was the father of
הֹלִ֥יד (hō·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Elasah,
אֶלְעָשָֽׂה׃ (’el·‘ā·śāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 501: Eleasah -- 'God has made', the name of several Israelites


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