1 Chronicles 7:17
New International Version
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Makir, the son of Manasseh.

New Living Translation
The son of Ulam was Bedan. All these were considered Gileadites, descendants of Makir son of Manasseh.

English Standard Version
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Berean Standard Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

King James Bible
And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New King James Version
The son of Ulam was Bedan.) These were the descendants of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New American Standard Bible
The son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

NASB 1995
The son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

NASB 1977
And the son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Legacy Standard Bible
The son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Amplified Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Christian Standard Bible
Ulam’s son: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Ulam’s son: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Contemporary English Version
Ulam was the father of Bedan. These were all descendants of Gilead, the son of Machir and the grandson of Manasseh.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Ulam's son was Bedan. These were the people of Gilead, descendants of Machir (son of Manasseh).

Good News Translation
and Ulam had a son named Bedan. These are all descendants of Gilead, the son of Machir and grandson of Manasseh.

International Standard Version
Ulam's son was Bedan. These were the children of Machir's son Gilead, who was also a descendant of Manasseh.

Majority Standard Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

NET Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, son of Makir, son of Manasseh.

New Heart English Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Makir, the son of Manasseh.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

World English Bible
The sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And son of Ulam: Bedan. These [are] sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Young's Literal Translation
And son of Ulam: Bedan. These are sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Ulam: Bedan. These the sons of Gilead, son of Machir, son of Manasseh.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the son of Ulam, Baden. These are the sons of Galaad, the son of Machir the son of Manasses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then the son of Ulam: Bedan. These are the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New American Bible
The sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New Revised Standard Version
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the son of Ulam: Rakim, and the son of Rakim, Baran. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Reqem: Baran. These are the sons of Gelad, son of Makir, son of Manassheh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Ulam; Badam. These were the sons of Galaad, the son of Machir, the son of Manasse.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Manasseh
16Machir’s wife Maacah gave birth to a son, and she named him Peresh. His brother was named Sheresh, and his sons were Ulam and Rekem. 17The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, the son of Manasseh. 18His sister Hammolecheth gave birth to Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah.…

Cross References
Numbers 26:29-34
These were the descendants of Manasseh: The Machirite clan from Machir, the father of Gilead, and the Gileadite clan from Gilead. / These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek, / the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem, ...

Genesis 46:20
Manasseh and Ephraim were born to Joseph in the land of Egypt by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On.

Joshua 17:1-6
Now this was the allotment for the tribe of Manasseh as Joseph’s firstborn son, namely for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh and father of the Gileadites, who had received Gilead and Bashan because Machir was a man of war. / So this allotment was for the rest of the descendants of Manasseh—the clans of Abiezer, Helek, Asriel, Shechem, Hepher, and Shemida. These are the other male descendants of the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph. / But Zelophehad son of Hepher (the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh) had no sons but only daughters. These are the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. ...

1 Chronicles 5:23-26
Now the people of the half-tribe of Manasseh were numerous. They settled in the land from Bashan to Baal-hermon (that is, Senir, also known as Mount Hermon). / 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. / But they were unfaithful to the God of their fathers, and they prostituted themselves with the gods of the peoples of the land, whom God had destroyed before them. ...

1 Chronicles 6:62
The Gershomites, according to their clans, were allotted thirteen cities from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.

1 Chronicles 12:19-21
Some from Manasseh defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. (They did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away, saying, “It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”) / When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh. / They helped David against the raiders, for they were all mighty men of valor and commanders in the army.

1 Chronicles 27:20-21
over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah; over one of the half-tribes of Manasseh was Joel son of Pedaiah; / over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;

2 Chronicles 30:1-11
Then Hezekiah sent word throughout all Israel and Judah, and he also wrote letters to Ephraim and Manasseh inviting them to come to the house of the LORD in Jerusalem to keep the Passover of the LORD, the God of Israel. / For the king and his officials and the whole assembly in Jerusalem had decided to keep the Passover in the second month, / since they had been unable to keep it at the regular time, because not enough priests had consecrated themselves and the people had not been gathered in Jerusalem. ...

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Ezekiel 48:1-7
“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...

Matthew 4:13-16
Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— ...

Luke 2:36
There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,

Acts 7:14-15
Then Joseph sent for his father Jacob and all his relatives, seventy-five in all. / So Jacob went down to Egypt, where he and our fathers died.

Romans 11:1-5
I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. / God did not reject His people, whom He foreknew. Do you not know what the Scripture says about Elijah, how he appealed to God against Israel: / “Lord, they have killed Your prophets and torn down Your altars. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well”? ...

Hebrews 11:21
By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Bedad

1 Samuel 12:11
And the LORD sent Jerubbaal, and Bedan, and Jephthah, and Samuel, and delivered you out of the hand of your enemies on every side, and ye dwelled safe.

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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 Ulam: Bedan.
Ulam is a lesser-known figure in the genealogies of the tribes of Israel. His son, Bedan, is mentioned here, and while not much is detailed about Bedan in this specific passage, he is possibly the same Bedan mentioned in 1 Samuel 12:11 as a judge of Israel, though this identification is debated. The name Bedan means "son of judgment" or "servant," which could reflect his role or character. This mention highlights the importance of family lineage and heritage in Israelite culture, where genealogies were crucial for establishing tribal identity and inheritance rights.

These were the sons of Gilead
Gilead is both a person and a region in biblical texts. As a person, Gilead is the son of Machir, who is the son of Manasseh, one of Joseph's sons. The region of Gilead, known for its balm, is located east of the Jordan River and is often associated with healing and fertility. The sons of Gilead would have been part of the half-tribe of Manasseh that settled in this fertile area, which was significant for its strategic location and resources.

son of Machir,
Machir is recognized as the firstborn of Manasseh and is often associated with strength and leadership. In Numbers 32:39-40, Machir's descendants are noted for their military prowess and were granted the land of Gilead by Moses. This highlights the fulfillment of God's promises to the tribes of Israel regarding their inheritance in the Promised Land. Machir's lineage is significant in maintaining the continuity of the tribe of Manasseh and its role in Israel's history.

the son of Manasseh.
Manasseh was the firstborn son of Joseph and Asenath, an Egyptian woman. His name means "causing to forget," reflecting Joseph's desire to forget his hardships in Egypt. Manasseh, along with his brother Ephraim, was adopted by Jacob as his own sons, thus receiving a portion of the inheritance among the tribes of Israel (Genesis 48:5). The tribe of Manasseh played a crucial role in the settlement of Canaan, with half the tribe settling east of the Jordan and the other half west. This dual settlement reflects the tribe's significant size and influence. The mention of Manasseh in this genealogy underscores the fulfillment of God's covenant promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as their descendants continue to multiply and inhabit the land.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ulam
A descendant of Manasseh, Ulam is mentioned as the father of Bedan. His lineage is part of the genealogical record of the tribe of Manasseh.

2. Bedan
The son of Ulam, Bedan is listed in the genealogies of the tribe of Manasseh. His name appears in the context of the descendants of Gilead.

3. Gilead
The son of Makir and grandson of Manasseh. Gilead is a significant figure as his descendants formed a clan within the tribe of Manasseh.

4. Makir
The son of Manasseh, Makir is noted for his descendants who settled in the region of Gilead, which became associated with his name.

5. Manasseh
One of the sons of Joseph, Manasseh is a patriarch of one of the tribes of Israel. His descendants, including those mentioned in this verse, played a significant role in the history of Israel.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy in Scripture
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's promises through generations, showing His faithfulness to His people.

Legacy and Heritage
Our spiritual heritage is significant. Just as the descendants of Manasseh were part of God's unfolding plan, we too are part of a spiritual lineage that impacts future generations.

God's Faithfulness Across Generations
The mention of these names reminds us of God's ongoing work through families and tribes, fulfilling His promises and purposes.

Understanding Our Spiritual Identity
Knowing our spiritual roots helps us understand our identity in Christ and our place in God's family.

The Role of Each Individual in God's Plan
Every person, even those mentioned briefly in genealogies, has a role in God's overarching plan. Our lives, too, have purpose and significance in His kingdom.(17) Bedan (i.e., ben Dan "the Danite" in 1Samuel 12:11 is a judge between Jerubbaal and Jephthah. Here a clan is meant, not a person.

These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.--These words appear to refer to a series of names which has dropped out of the text, but which may be inferred from Numbers 26:30-32 to have included Abiezer (of which Jeezer is a contraction) and Shemidah. (See the genealogy, 1Chronicles 7:14, Note.) 1Chronicles 7:17 b and 1Chronicles 7:18 may thus have read, "These were the sons of Gilead, &c. Abiezer . . . Shemidah. (Now his sister Hammoleketh had borne Ish-hod and Abiezer and Mahalah.) And the sons of Shemidah were," &c. (1Chronicles 7:19). . . .

Verse 17. - Bedan. While all the names of the preceding verse are strange to us, this name excites much interest, as possibly to be identified with the Bedan (1 Samuel 12:11) who is placed after Jerubbaal (i.q. Gideon), and before Jephthah and Samuel. Who in the Book of Judges is to answer to this Bedan of the Book of Samuel it is impossible to say. See Bishop Cotton's excellent short article (Smith's 'Bible Dictionary,' L 177). These were the sons of Gilead (see ver. 14). The name Gilead surpassed the name Machir, and even rivalled that of Manasseh itself.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Ulam:
אוּלָ֖ם (’ū·lām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 198: Ulam -- two Israelites

Bedan.
בְּדָ֑ן (bə·ḏān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 917: Bedan -- an Israelite name

These
אֵ֚לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

were the sons
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Gilead
גִלְעָ֔ד (ḡil·‘āḏ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1568: Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Machir,
מָכִ֖יר (mā·ḵîr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4353: Machir -- two Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Manasseh.
מְנַשֶּֽׁה׃ (mə·naš·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites


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