1 Chronicles 8:23
New International Version
Abdon, Zikri, Hanan,

New Living Translation
Abdon, Zicri, Hanan,

English Standard Version
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

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Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

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and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

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And Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

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Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

New American Standard Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

NASB 1995
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

NASB 1977
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

Legacy Standard Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

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Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

Berean Annotated Bible
Abdon (servile), Zichri (memorable), Hanan (he is merciful),

Christian Standard Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

American Standard Version
and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

English Revised Version
and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

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Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

International Standard Version
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

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Abdon, Zikri, Hanan,

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and Abdon, and Zikri, and Hanan,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

World English Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

Berean Literal Bible
and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

Young's Literal Translation
and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Abdon, and Zechri, and Hanan,

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and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

New American Bible
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,

New Revised Standard Version
Abdon, Zichri, Hanan,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
These were the heads of the fathers, by their generations; these were the men who dwelt in Jerusalem at first.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Abdon, and Zechri, and Anan,

Additional Translations ...



Context
Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
22Ishpan, Eber, Eliel, 23Abdon, Zichri, Hanan, 24Hananiah, Elam, Anthothijah,…

Cross References
Abdon,

1 Chronicles 9:35-36
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,

2 Chronicles 34:20
and commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan, Abdon son of Micah, Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah the servant of the king:

Judges 12:13-15
After Elon, Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, judged Israel. / He had forty sons and thirty grandsons, who rode on seventy donkeys. And he judged Israel eight years. / Then Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, died, and he was buried at Pirathon in Ephraim, in the hill country of the Amalekites.
Zichri,

1 Chronicles 9:15
Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph;

1 Chronicles 27:16
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;

2 Chronicles 17:16
and next to him, Amasiah son of Zichri, the volunteer for the LORD, and with him 200,000 mighty men of valor.
Hanan,

Nehemiah 10:10
and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah, Kelita, Pelaiah, Hanan,

Nehemiah 10:22
Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,

Nehemiah 8:7
The Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Sherebiah, Jamin, Akkub, Shabbethai, Hodiah, Maaseiah, Kelita, Azariah, Jozabad, Hanan, and Pelaiah—instructed the people in the Law as they stood in their places.
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 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
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,

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 9:1-2
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. / Now the first to resettle their own property in their cities were Israelites, priests, Levites, and temple servants.

1 Chronicles 12:1-2
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):


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Abdon,

Abdon, meaning “servant” or “service,” appears among the sons of Shashak in the genealogy of Benjamin, preserving the record of a family within the tribe that remained part of Israel’s covenant people.

1Ch 9:35-36 Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon.…
2Ch 34:20 and commanded Hilkiah, Ahikam son of Shaphan…
Jdg 12:13-15 After Elon, Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon…

Zichri,

Zichri, whose name means “memorable” or “renowned,” is likewise named as a son of Shashak. His place in the genealogy identifies him with the Benjamite households whose lines helped establish the tribe’s continuing inheritance and identity.

1Ch 9:15 Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica…
1Ch 27:16 These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel:…
2Ch 17:16 and next to him, Amasiah son of Zichri, the volunteer…

Hanan,

Hanan, meaning “gracious” or “merciful,” completes this portion of Shashak’s family record. Though no further deeds are recorded of these men, their names testify to the careful preservation of Benjamin’s generations.

Neh 10:10 and their associates: Shebaniah, Hodiah,…
Neh 10:22 Pelatiah, Hanan, Anaiah,
Neh 8:7 The Levites instructed the people in the Law…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Abdon
A descendant of Benjamin, Abdon is listed among the sons of Jehiel, the father of Gibeon. His name means "servant" or "worshiper," reflecting a life dedicated to service or worship.

2. Zichri
Another descendant of Benjamin, Zichri's name means "memorable" or "renowned." This name suggests a legacy or impact that is remembered.

3. Hanan
Also a descendant of Benjamin, Hanan's name means "gracious" or "merciful." This name reflects the character of God’s grace and mercy.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Legacy
The names listed in genealogies, such as Abdon, Zichri, and Hanan, remind us of the importance of leaving a legacy of faith and service. Our lives should reflect values that are memorable and impactful for future generations.

Names Reflect Character
In biblical times, names often reflected character or destiny. As Christians, we are called to live in a way that our character reflects Christ, embodying grace, mercy, and service.

The Role of Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect us to the larger account of God's people. They remind us of our place in God's plan and the continuity of His promises through generations.

Service and Worship
The name Abdon, meaning "servant" or "worshiper," emphasizes the dual call to serve others and worship God. Our daily lives should be acts of worship and service.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 8:23?

2. How does 1 Chronicles 8:23 reflect God's faithfulness to His people?

3. What can we learn about leadership from the descendants listed in 1 Chronicles 8:23?

4. How does 1 Chronicles 8:23 connect to God's covenant with Israel?

5. How can we apply the lessons from 1 Chronicles 8:23 to our lives today?

6. What does 1 Chronicles 8:23 teach about the importance of family lineage in Scripture?

7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 8:23 in the genealogy of Benjamin?

8. How does 1 Chronicles 8:23 contribute to understanding Israel's tribal history?

9. Why is the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 8:23 important for biblical lineage?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 8?


1 Chronicles 8:23 may seem like a simple trio of names, yet it quietly affirms that every individual in God’s family matters, every generation connects to His unfolding plan, and every calling—whether judge, protector, warrior, or gatekeeper—fits into His faithful covenant care.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Abdon,
וְעַבְדּ֥וֹן (wə·‘aḇ·dō·wn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5658: Abdon -- four Israelites, also a Levitical city

Zichri,
וְזִכְרִ֖י (wə·ziḵ·rî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2147: Zichri -- the name of several Israelites

Hanan,
וְחָנָֽן׃ (wə·ḥā·nān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites


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