1 Chronicles 7:19
New International Version
The sons of Shemida were: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi and Aniam.

New Living Translation
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

English Standard Version
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

Berean Standard Bible
And these were the sons of Shemida: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

King James Bible
And the sons of Shemida were, Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

New King James Version
And the sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

New American Standard Bible
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

NASB 1995
The sons of Shemida were Ahian and Shechem and Likhi and Aniam.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Shemida were Ahian and Shechem and Likhi and Aniam.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Shemida were Ahian and Shechem and Likhi and Aniam.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Shemida were: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

Christian Standard Bible
Shemida’s sons: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Shemida’s sons: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Shemida were Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

Contemporary English Version
Shemida, another descendant of Manasseh, was the father of Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Shemida were Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Shemida's sons were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

Good News Translation
Shemida had four sons: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.)

International Standard Version
Shemida's sons included Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

NET Bible
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Shemida were, Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
And these were the sons of Shemida: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

World English Bible
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the sons of Shemida are Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

Young's Literal Translation
And the sons of Shemida are Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Shemida will be Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the sons of Semida were Ahiu, and Sechem, and Leci and Aniam.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now the sons of Shemida were Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi and Aniam.

New American Bible
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Shemida were Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Shemirah, Elenon, Shem, and Etham.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Shemira, and Alinun, and Shim and Etham.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Shemida were Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Semira were, Aim, and Sychem, and Lakim, and Anian.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Manasseh
18His sister Hammolecheth gave birth to Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah. 19And these were the sons of Shemida: Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam.

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 2:3-9
The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, and Shelah. These three were born to him by Bath-shua the Canaanite. Er, Judah’s firstborn, was wicked in the sight of the LORD. So the LORD put him to death. / Tamar, Judah’s daughter-in-law, bore to him Perez and Zerah. Judah had five sons in all. / The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul. ...

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 27:20-22
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; / and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel.

2 Chronicles 30:1-12
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. ...

Nehemiah 7:7-63
accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel: / the descendants of Parosh, 2,172; / the descendants of Shephatiah, 372; ...

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

Acts 7:8-9
Then God gave Abraham the covenant of circumcision, and Abraham became the father of Isaac and circumcised him on the eighth day. And Isaac became the father of Jacob, and Jacob of the twelve patriarchs. / Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him

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”? ...

Galatians 3:16
The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. The Scripture does not say, “and to seeds,” meaning many, but “and to your seed,” meaning One, who is Christ.


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Shemidah were, Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.

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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.














And these were the sons of Shemida:
Shemida is a descendant of Manasseh, one of the sons of Joseph. The tribe of Manasseh was one of the two half-tribes that settled on both sides of the Jordan River. This lineage highlights the importance of family and tribal connections in Israel's history. The genealogies in Chronicles serve to establish the continuity of God's people and their inheritance in the Promised Land.

Ahian:
The name Ahian means "brotherly" or "fraternal." Names in biblical times often carried significant meaning, reflecting character or destiny. Ahian's inclusion in the genealogy underscores the importance of each family member in the broader narrative of Israel's history, even if specific deeds are not recorded.

Shechem:
Shechem is both a person and a significant city in biblical history. The city of Shechem was a central location in the land of Canaan, known for its early association with Abraham and later as a city of refuge. The name here likely refers to a person, but it evokes the city's historical and spiritual significance as a place of covenant renewal and worship.

Likhi:
Little is known about Likhi, as he is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible. His inclusion in the genealogy emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the chronicler's record, ensuring that all branches of the family are acknowledged. This reflects the biblical theme of God's concern for all individuals within His covenant community.

Aniam:
Aniam's name means "people of grace" or "people of favor." This name may reflect the hope or prayer of the family for God's favor upon their descendants. The chronicler's attention to detail in listing these names serves to remind readers of the personal nature of God's relationship with His people, where each individual and family is known and valued.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Shemida
A descendant of Manasseh, one of the tribes of Israel. Shemida is noted as the father of the sons listed in this verse.

2. Ahian
One of the sons of Shemida. His name means "brotherly" or "fraternal."

3. Shechem
Another son of Shemida. The name Shechem is also associated with a significant city in biblical history, known for its early mention in the accounts of Abraham and Jacob.

4. Likhi
A son of Shemida. His name is less common, and not much is known about him outside of this genealogical listing.

5. Aniam
The last son of Shemida mentioned in this verse. His name means "people of the sea" or "people of the waters."
Teaching Points
Understanding Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible, such as this one, serve to connect the account of God's people across generations. They remind us of God's faithfulness to His promises and the continuity of His plan.

Significance of Names
The names listed in genealogies often carry meanings that reflect character or destiny. Reflecting on the meanings of names can provide deeper insight into the biblical account and God's purposes.

Heritage and Identity
This passage highlights the importance of heritage and identity within the community of God's people. It encourages believers to consider their spiritual heritage and identity in Christ.

God's Sovereignty in History
The inclusion of specific individuals in biblical genealogies underscores God's sovereignty in history. Each person plays a role in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 7:19?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 7:19 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His people?

3. What can we learn about family lineage from 1 Chronicles 7:19?

4. How does this verse connect to God's promises in Genesis?

5. How can understanding genealogies strengthen our faith today?

6. What role does heritage play in our Christian walk according to 1 Chronicles 7:19?

7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 7:19 in the genealogy of the tribes of Israel?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 7:19 contribute to understanding the historical context of the Israelite tribes?

9. Why are the descendants of Shemida mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:19 important to biblical history?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 7?

11. How do we reconcile the discrepant figures between 2 Samuel 10:18 and 1 Chronicles 19:18 regarding the number of charioteers and horsemen defeated by David?

12. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath?

13. Why does Judges 7 seemingly contradict other biblical passages that emphasize the need for adequate numbers in battle (e.g., 1 Chronicles 21:1-5)?

14. In 1 Chronicles 18:4, how do we reconcile the figure of 7,000 horsemen with 2 Samuel 8:4, which mentions 1,700 instead?
What Does 1 Chronicles 7:19 Mean
And these were

• The phrase signals a deliberate listing, anchoring this verse in the long, Spirit-breathed genealogies that thread through Scripture (cf. Genesis 10:1; 1 Chronicles 1:1–4).

• Genealogies are not filler: they trace covenant faithfulness from one generation to the next, showing that God keeps track of real people in real time (Matthew 1:1–17; Hebrews 11:39–40).

• By introducing the names that follow, the chronicler reminds us that every individual matters to God, even when their stories are not fully recorded (Psalm 147:4).


the sons of Shemida:

• Shemida belongs to the tribe of Manasseh, son of Joseph (Numbers 26:29–32; Joshua 17:2).

• His placement here connects northern tribes to Judah’s royal line, underscoring Israel’s unity under God.

• Including “sons” highlights covenant fruitfulness—God’s promise to multiply Abraham’s descendants is still unfolding (Genesis 22:17).


Ahian

• Other passages do not mention him, yet the Lord deemed his name worth preserving (Psalm 139:16).

• His presence testifies that significance is rooted not in fame but in belonging to God’s people (1 Corinthians 12:22).

• Every believer can take heart: obscurity on earth does not erase one’s record in heaven (Luke 10:20).


Shechem

• Likely head of the Shechemite clan listed with Manasseh (Numbers 26:31; Joshua 17:2).

• The name recalls the ancient city of Shechem where Abram first built an altar (Genesis 12:6–7) and where Joshua renewed covenant vows (Joshua 24:1).

• God often weaves place and person together, showing that His redemptive work touches both geography and genealogy.


Likhi

• Only cited here, yet his clan helped populate Manasseh’s inheritance east of the Jordan (cf. Deuteronomy 3:13–15).

• His inclusion demonstrates that God values completeness—no branch is forgotten (John 6:39).

• For us, it models faithfulness in the ordinary, unnamed tasks of family and tribe (Colossians 3:23).


and Aniam

• Another otherwise-unknown son, sealing the list with the same care given to the better-known Shechem.

• The pairing of renowned and obscure names illustrates God’s impartiality (Acts 10:34).

• It reminds readers that heavenly rewards hinge on faithfulness, not prominence (Matthew 25:21).


summary

1 Chronicles 7:19 is more than a roll call; it is a snapshot of covenant continuity. By recording Shemida’s four sons—Ahian, Shechem, Likhi, and Aniam—Scripture affirms that every generation, clan, and individual is known and valued by God. The verse reinforces the reliability of the biblical record, the importance of family lines in God’s unfolding plan, and the assurance that even the seemingly insignificant hold lasting worth in His sight.

(19) Shechem.--See Joshua 17:2. The name points to West Manasseh.

Ahian, Likhi, and Aniam, are not mentioned elsewhere.

Verse 19. - Shemidah, Joshua 17:2 tells us that the descendants of Shemida obtained their inheritance among the male children of Manasseh; and Numbers 26:32 places him in the Gilead family. Of Ahian, Likhi, Aniam, nothing else is known. Shechem. If this name is rightly placed under Shemi-dab, it must be concluded from Joshua 17:2 and Numbers 26:31 that it is a different Shechem from the one there found. This latter was also a Manassite, belonged to the family of Gilead, and was head of a family named Shechemites after him. His descendants are spoken of as the "sons of Shechem" in the above passage of Joshua.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And these were
וַיִּהְי֖וּ (way·yih·yū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

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

of Shemida:
שְׁמִידָ֑ע (šə·mî·ḏā‘)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8061: Shemida -- 'name of knowing', a man of Manasseh

Ahian,
אַחְיָ֣ן (’aḥ·yān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 291: Ahian -- 'brotherly', a Manassite

Shechem,
וָשֶׁ֔כֶם (wā·še·ḵem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7928: Shechem -- a man of Manasseh

Likhi,
וְלִקְחִ֖י (wə·liq·ḥî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3949: Likhi -- a Manassite

and Aniam.
וַאֲנִיעָֽם׃ (wa·’ă·nî·‘ām)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 593: Aniam -- 'lament of people', an Israelite name


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