1 Chronicles 7:10
New International Version
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Kenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish and Ahishahar.

New Living Translation
The son of Jediael was Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Kenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

English Standard Version
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Berean Standard Bible
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

King James Bible
The sons also of Jediael; Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan; Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tharshish, and Ahishahar.

New King James Version
The son of Jediael was Bilhan, and the sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tharshish, and Ahishahar.

New American Standard Bible
The son of Jediael was Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

NASB 1995
The son of Jediael was Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish and Ahishahar.

NASB 1977
And the son of Jediael was Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Legacy Standard Bible
The son of Jediael was Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Amplified Bible
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Christian Standard Bible
Jediael’s son: Bilhan. Bilhan’s sons: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Jediael’s son: Bilhan. Bilhan’s sons: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Jediael: Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan: Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Contemporary English Version
Jediael was the father of Bilhan and the grandfather of Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Jediael; Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan; Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jediael's son was Bilhan. Bilhan's sons were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Good News Translation
Jediael had one son, Bilhan, and Bilhan had seven sons: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

International Standard Version
Jediael fathered Bilhan, and Bilhan's descendants included Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Majority Standard Bible
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

NET Bible
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Kenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Kenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Webster's Bible Translation
The sons also of Jediael; Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan; Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tharshish, and Ahishahar.

World English Bible
The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And sons of Jediael: Bilhan; and sons of Bilhan: Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of Jediael: Bilhan; and sons of Bilhan: Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Jediael: Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan: Jeush and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah and Zethan, and Tharshish, and Ahishahar.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the son of Jadihel: Balan. And the sons of Balan: Jehus and Benjamin and Aod, and Chanana, and Zethan and Tharsis, and Ahisahar.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the sons of Jediael: Bilhan, and the sons of Bilhan: Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

New American Bible
The sons of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan were Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Jediael: Bilhan. And the sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the son of Ashcol: Bilhan; and the sons of Bilhan: Joash, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And these are the sons of Ashkul: Balhan; and the sons of Balhan: Yawush and Benjamin and Ihur and the Canaanites, and Zaytuun and Tarshish and Akheshrakh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Jediael: Bilhan; and the sons of Bilhan: Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tarshish, and Ahishahar.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Jediel; Balaan: and the sons of Balaan; Jaus, and Benjamin, and Aoth, and Chanana, and Zaethan, and Tharsi, and Achisaar.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Benjamin
9Their genealogies were recorded according to the heads of their families—20,200 mighty men of valor. 10The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. 11All these sons of Jediael were heads of their families, mighty men of valor; there were 17,200 fit for battle.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:21
The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard.

Numbers 26:38-41
These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, / the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. / And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman. ...

1 Chronicles 8:1-7
Benjamin was the father of Bela his firstborn, Ashbel the second, Aharah the third, / Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth. / The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud, ...

1 Chronicles 9:35-44
Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. / Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, / Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. ...

1 Samuel 9:1-2
Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man, whose name was Kish son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah of Benjamin. / And he had a son named Saul, choice and handsome, without equal among the Israelites—a head taller than any of the people.

1 Samuel 14:49-51
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter). / His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. / Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel.

2 Samuel 2:8-9
Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel.

2 Samuel 3:6-10
During the war between the house of Saul and the house of David, Abner had continued to strengthen his position in the house of Saul. / Now Saul had a concubine named Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah. So Ish-bosheth questioned Abner, “Why did you sleep with my father’s concubine?” / Abner was furious over Ish-bosheth’s accusation. “Am I the head of a dog that belongs to Judah?” he asked. “All this time I have been loyal to the house of your father Saul, to his brothers, and to his friends. I have not delivered you into the hand of David, but now you accuse me of wrongdoing with this woman! ...

2 Samuel 21:14
And they buried the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan in Zela in the land of Benjamin, in the tomb of Saul’s father Kish. After they had done everything the king had commanded, God answered their prayers for the land.

1 Kings 11:26-28
Now Jeroboam son of Nebat was an Ephraimite from Zeredah whose mother was a widow named Zeruah. Jeroboam was a servant of Solomon, but he rebelled against the king, / and this is the account of his rebellion against the king. Solomon had built the supporting terraces and repaired the gap in the wall of the city of his father David. / Now Jeroboam was a mighty man of valor. So when Solomon noticed that the young man was industrious, he put him in charge of the whole labor force of the house of Joseph.

1 Kings 12:20-21
When all Israel heard that Jeroboam had returned, they summoned him to the assembly and made him king over all Israel. Only the tribe of Judah followed the house of David. / And when Rehoboam arrived in Jerusalem, he mobilized the whole house of Judah and the tribe of Benjamin—180,000 chosen warriors—to fight against the house of Israel and restore the kingdom to Rehoboam son of Solomon.

2 Kings 15:27-31
In the fifty-second year of Azariah’s reign over Judah, Pekah son of Remaliah became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria twenty years. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and did not turn away from the sins that Jeroboam son of Nebat had caused Israel to commit. / In the days of Pekah king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came and captured Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, including all the land of Naphtali, and he took the people as captives to Assyria. ...

2 Kings 17:1-6
In the twelfth year of the reign of Ahaz over Judah, Hoshea son of Elah became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria nine years. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, but not like the kings of Israel who preceded him. / Shalmaneser king of Assyria attacked him, and Hoshea became his vassal and paid him tribute. ...

2 Kings 17:34-41
To this day they are still practicing their former customs. None of them worship the LORD or observe the statutes, ordinances, laws, and commandments that the LORD gave the descendants of Jacob, whom He named Israel. / For the LORD had made a covenant with the Israelites and commanded them, “Do not worship other gods or bow down to them; do not serve them or sacrifice to them. / Instead, worship the LORD, who brought you out of the land of Egypt with great power and an outstretched arm. You are to bow down to Him and offer sacrifices to Him. ...

1 Chronicles 5:24
These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families.


Treasury of Scripture

The sons also of Jediael; Bilhan: and the sons of Bilhan; Jeush, and Benjamin, and Ehud, and Chenaanah, and Zethan, and Tharshish, and Ahishahar.

Ehud

Judges 3:15
But when the children of Israel cried unto the LORD, the LORD raised them up a deliverer, Ehud the son of Gera, a Benjamite, a man lefthanded: and by him the children of Israel sent a present unto Eglon the king of Moab.

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1 Chronicles 7
1. The sons of Issachar;
6. of Benjamin;
13. of Naphtali;
14. of Manasseh;
15. and of Ephraim.
21. The calamity of Ephraim by the men of Gath.
23. His posterity by Beriah.
28. Their habitations.
30. The sons of Asher.














The son of Jediael: Bilhan.
Jediael is listed among the descendants of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. This genealogy highlights the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite culture, emphasizing the continuity of God's promises through specific family lines. Bilhan, as the son of Jediael, represents a link in this chain, underscoring the significance of each generation in maintaining the covenant relationship with God. The name Bilhan may mean "their decrepitude" or "modest," reflecting the cultural practice of naming children with meanings that could reflect circumstances or hopes.

The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar.
This list of Bilhan's sons provides insight into the expansion and growth of the tribe of Benjamin. Each name carries its own significance and potential historical or cultural implications. Jeush, meaning "assembler" or "he will gather," could imply a role in uniting or leading people. Benjamin, sharing the name with the patriarch of the tribe, reinforces the connection to the tribe's origins and identity. Ehud, meaning "united" or "strong," is a name shared with a notable judge in Israel's history, known for delivering Israel from Moabite oppression (Judges 3:15-30). This connection may suggest a legacy of leadership and deliverance within the family line. Chenaanah, meaning "trader" or "merchant," could indicate involvement in commerce or trade, reflecting the economic activities of the time. Zethan, whose meaning is less clear, may still hold cultural or familial significance. Tarshish, often associated with distant lands and trade, suggests a connection to broader geographical and economic networks. Ahishahar, meaning "my brother is dawn," could symbolize hope or new beginnings, reflecting the aspirations of the family or tribe. Each name contributes to the tapestry of Israel's history, illustrating the diverse roles and contributions of its people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jediael
A descendant of Benjamin, Jediael is listed as a patriarch whose lineage is detailed in this passage. His name means "God makes known" or "God reveals."

2. Bilhan
The son of Jediael, Bilhan is noted as the progenitor of several sons, indicating his role in the continuation of the tribe of Benjamin.

3. Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, Ahishahar
These are the sons of Bilhan, each representing a branch of the family tree and contributing to the growth and development of the tribe of Benjamin.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy in Scripture
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's promises through generations, emphasizing His faithfulness and the continuity of His covenant with Israel.

God's Sovereignty in Family Lines
The detailed genealogies remind us that God is sovereign over family lines and history, orchestrating His purposes through individuals and families.

Legacy and Influence
The mention of specific individuals, like Ehud, highlights the potential for influence and legacy within a family, encouraging believers to consider their own impact on future generations.

Faithfulness in the Ordinary
While some names in genealogies may not be well-known, their inclusion underscores the value of faithfulness in everyday life, as each person plays a role in God's overarching plan.(10) Eight sons of Jediael.

Bilhan.--1Chronicles 1:42, a son of Seir. Perhaps an Edomite element in Benjamin. (Comp. 1Chronicles 2:34; 1Chronicles 4:18; 1Chronicles 2:46, and especially the case of Caleb the Kenizzite.)

Jeush.--So Heb., margin. Text, Jeish; a son of Esau (1Chronicles 1:35). . . .

Verse 10. - Bilhan; Jeush. Both of these, us well as the name Bela, are of Edomitish origin (Genesis 36:5, 18, 27, 32).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The son
וּבְנֵ֥י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Jediael:
יְדִיעֲאֵ֖ל (yə·ḏî·‘ă·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3043: Jediael -- 'knowing God', three Israelites

Bilhan.
בִּלְהָ֑ן (bil·hān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1092: Bilhan -- the name of an Edomite, also of an Israelite

The sons
וּבְנֵ֣י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Bilhan:
בִלְהָ֗ן (ḇil·hān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1092: Bilhan -- the name of an Edomite, also of an Israelite

Jeush,
יְע֡וּשׁ (yə·‘ūš)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3266: Jeush -- 'he comes to help', an Edomite, also the name of several Israelites

Benjamin,
וּ֠בִנְיָמִן (ū·ḇin·yā·min)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1144: Benjamin -- 'son of the right hand', youngest son of Jacob, also the name of two other Israelites

Ehud,
וְאֵה֤וּד (wə·’ê·hūḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 164: Ehud -- the name of several Israelites

Chenaanah,
וּֽכְנַעֲנָה֙ (ū·ḵə·na·‘ă·nāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3668: Chenaanah -- two Israelites

Zethan,
וְזֵיתָ֔ן (wə·zê·ṯān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2133: Zethan -- 'olive tree', a Benjamite

Tarshish,
וְתַרְשִׁ֖ישׁ (wə·ṯar·šîš)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8659: Tarshish -- a son of Javan, also a port on the Mediterranean, also a Benjamite

and Ahishahar.
וַאֲחִישָֽׁחַר׃ (wa·’ă·ḥî·šā·ḥar)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 300: Ahishahar -- 'brother of (the) dawn', a Benjamite


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