1 Chronicles 8:11
New International Version
By Hushim he had Abitub and Elpaal.

New Living Translation
Shaharaim’s wife Hushim had already given birth to Abitub and Elpaal.

English Standard Version
He also fathered sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

Berean Standard Bible
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

King James Bible
And of Hushim he begat Abitub, and Elpaal.

New King James Version
And by Hushim he begot Abitub and Elpaal.

New American Standard Bible
By Hushim he fathered Abitub and Elpaal.

NASB 1995
By Hushim he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.

NASB 1977
And by Hushim he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.

Legacy Standard Bible
By Hushim he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.

Amplified Bible
By Hushim he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.

Christian Standard Bible
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

American Standard Version
And of Hushim he begat Abitub and Elpaal.

English Revised Version
And of Hushim he begat Abitub and Elpaal.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He and Hushim were the parents of Abitub and Elpaal.

Good News Translation
He also had two sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

International Standard Version
He also fathered his sons Abitub and Elpaal by Hushim.

Majority Standard Bible
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.

NET Bible
By Hushim he fathered Abitub and Elpaal.

New Heart English Bible
Of Hushim he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.

Webster's Bible Translation
And of Hushim he begat Ahitub, and Elpaal.

World English Bible
By Hushim, he became the father of Abitub and Elpaal.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And of Hushim he begot Ahitub and Elpaal.

Young's Literal Translation
And of Hushim he begat Ahitub and Elpaal.

Smith's Literal Translation
And from Hushim he begat Abitub and Elpaal.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Mehusim beget Abitob, and Elphaal.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Truly, of Hushim he conceived Abitub and Elpaal.

New American Bible
By Hushim he begot Abitub and Elpaal.

New Revised Standard Version
He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he begat of his wife Harash, Hobab,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Makhshim begot Ikhubat and Eliphleg.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and of Hushim he begot Abitub, and Elpaal.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And of Osin he begot Abitol, and Alphaal.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
10Jeuz, Sachia, and Mirmah. These were his sons, heads of families. 11He also had sons by Hushim: Abitub and Elpaal. 12The sons of Elpaal: Eber, Misham, Shemed (who built Ono and Lod with its villages),…

Cross References
1 Chronicles 7:6-12
The three sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael. / The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, heads of their families—five in all. There were 22,034 mighty men of valor listed in their genealogies. / The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons. ...

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 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.

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 31:1-6
Now the Philistines fought against Israel, and the men of Israel fled before them, and many fell slain on Mount Gilboa. / The Philistines hotly pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua. / When the battle intensified against Saul, the archers overtook him and wounded him critically. ...

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 3:1
Now the war between the house of Saul and the house of David was protracted. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.

2 Samuel 21:1-14
During the reign of David there was a famine for three successive years, and David sought the face of the LORD. And the LORD said, “It is because of the blood shed by Saul and his family, because he killed the Gibeonites.” / At this, David summoned the Gibeonites and spoke to them. (Now the Gibeonites were not Israelites, but a remnant of the Amorites. The Israelites had taken an oath concerning them, but in his zeal for Israel and Judah, Saul had sought to kill them.) / So David asked the Gibeonites, “What shall I do for you? How can I make amends so that you may bless the inheritance of the LORD?” ...

1 Kings 11:14-25
Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom. / Earlier, when David was in Edom, Joab the commander of the army had gone to bury the dead and had struck down every male in Edom. / Joab and all Israel had stayed there six months, until he had killed every male in Edom. ...

1 Kings 12:21-24
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. / But the word of God came to Shemaiah the man of God: / “Tell Rehoboam son of Solomon king of Judah, all the house of Judah and Benjamin, and the rest of the people ...

1 Chronicles 5:10
During the days of Saul they waged war against the Hagrites, who were defeated at their hands, and they occupied the dwellings of the Hagrites throughout the region east of Gilead.

1 Chronicles 6:54-81
Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ...

1 Chronicles 12:1-7
Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish (they were among the mighty men who helped him in battle; / they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin): / Ahiezer their chief and Joash, who were the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite; ...

1 Chronicles 26:28
Everything that had been dedicated by Samuel the seer, Saul son of Kish, Abner son of Ner, and Joab son of Zeruiah, along with everything else that was dedicated, was under the care of Shelomith and his brothers.

1 Chronicles 27:16-22
These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; / over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; / over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael; ...


Treasury of Scripture

And of Hushim he begat Abitub, and Elpaal.

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He also had sons by Hushim:
This phrase refers to the genealogy of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Hushim is mentioned as the wife of Shaharaim, a descendant of Benjamin. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the lineage and heritage of the tribes of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family and tribal connections in Israelite society. The mention of Hushim highlights the role of women in the continuation of family lines, even though they are less frequently named in genealogies. This reflects the patriarchal structure of ancient Israelite culture, where lineage was typically traced through the male line.

Abitub and Elpaal.
Abitub and Elpaal are listed as sons of Shaharaim and Hushim. The naming of these sons contributes to the chronicler's purpose of documenting the descendants of Benjamin, which is crucial for understanding the tribal allocations and inheritances in Israel. The names themselves, like many in the Bible, may carry meanings that reflect the character or hopes of the parents. Abitub could be interpreted as "father of goodness," while Elpaal might mean "God has made." These names reflect the theocentric worldview of the Israelites, where names often acknowledged God's role in their lives. The genealogical records in Chronicles also serve to connect the post-exilic community to their ancestral roots, reinforcing their identity and continuity as God's chosen people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hushim
A wife of Shaharaim, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. Her name is associated with the descendants of Benjamin, indicating her role in the lineage.

2. Abitub
One of the sons of Shaharaim and Hushim. His name means "my father is goodness," reflecting a possible cultural or spiritual significance in the naming.

3. Elpaal
Another son of Shaharaim and Hushim. His name means "God has made," which may indicate a recognition of divine involvement in his birth or life.

4. Shaharaim
A member of the tribe of Benjamin, who had children in the land of Moab. His life and family are part of the genealogical record of the Benjamites.

5. Tribe of Benjamin
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its warriors and significant figures like King Saul and the Apostle Paul. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles highlight the tribe's importance in Israel's history.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy in Scripture
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to His promises and covenants. They remind us of God's faithfulness through generations.

Significance of Names
Biblical names often carry meanings that reflect character, destiny, or divine intervention. Understanding these can deepen our appreciation of the text.

God's Sovereignty in Family Lines
The inclusion of specific individuals in genealogies highlights God's sovereign choice and purpose in family lines, encouraging us to trust His plan for our own families.

Legacy and Heritage
Our spiritual and familial heritage can influence our identity and mission. We are called to honor our heritage while pursuing God's calling for our lives.

The Role of Women in Biblical Narratives
Women like Hushim, though briefly mentioned, played crucial roles in the continuation of God's people. This reminds us of the value and impact of women in God's account.(11) And of Hushim he begat . . .--The offspring of Shaharaim by Hushim before her divorce; in other words, two offshoots of the clan Shaharaim settled in the vicinity of Lod or Lydda (1Chronicles 8:12), which took no part in the emigration to Moab.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He also had sons
הוֹלִ֥יד (hō·w·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

by Hushim:
וּמֵחֻשִׁ֛ים (ū·mê·ḥu·šîm)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2366: Hushim -- an Israelite woman

Abitub
אֲבִיט֖וּב (’ă·ḇî·ṭūḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 36: Abitub -- 'my father is goodness', a Benjamite

and Elpaal.
אֶלְפָּֽעַל׃ (’el·pā·‘al)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 508: Elpaal -- perhaps 'God of doing', a Benjamite


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