1 Chronicles 8:3
New International Version
The sons of Bela were: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

New Living Translation
The sons of Bela were Addar, Gera, Abihud,

English Standard Version
And Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Berean Standard Bible
The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

King James Bible
And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

New King James Version
The sons of Bela were Addar, Gera, Abihud,

New American Standard Bible
Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

NASB 1995
Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

NASB 1977
And Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Legacy Standard Bible
Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Amplified Bible
Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Christian Standard Bible
Bela’s sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Bela’s sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

American Standard Version
And Bela had sons: Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

Contemporary English Version
Bela was the father of Addar, Gera, Abihud,

English Revised Version
And Bela had sons, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Bela's sons were Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Good News Translation
The descendants of Bela were Addar, Gera, Abihud,

International Standard Version
Bela's descendants included Addar, Gera, Abihud,

Majority Standard Bible
The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud,

NET Bible
Bela's sons were Addar, Gera, Abihud,

New Heart English Bible
And Bela had sons: Ard, and Gera, the father of Ehud.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Bela were Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

World English Bible
Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And there are sons to Bela: Addar, and Gera,

Young's Literal Translation
And there are sons to Bela: Addar, and Gera,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons to Bela will be Adar and Gera and Abihud,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the sons of Bale were Addar, and Gera, and Abiud,

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the sons of Bela were: Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

New American Bible
The sons of Bela were Addar and Gera, the father of Ehud.

New Revised Standard Version
And Bela had sons: Addar, Gera, Abihud,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Ahai the sixth, Arosh the seventh,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And sons to Baala were Abdu and Gera and Abihur
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Bela had sons, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Bale were, Adir, and Gera, and Abiud,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
2Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth. 3 The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud, 4Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,…

Cross References
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.

1 Samuel 31:2
The Philistines hotly pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua.

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 4:1-2
Now when Ish-bosheth son of Saul heard that Abner had died in Hebron, he lost courage, and all Israel was dismayed. / Saul’s son had two men who were leaders of raiding parties. One was named Baanah and the other Rechab; they were sons of Rimmon the Beerothite of the tribe of Benjamin—Beeroth is considered part of Benjamin,

2 Samuel 21:7
Now the king spared Mephibosheth son of Jonathan, the son of Saul, because of the oath before the LORD between David and Jonathan son of Saul.

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 9:39-40
Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal. / The son of Jonathan: Merib-baal, who was the father of Micah.

1 Chronicles 10:2
The Philistines followed hard after Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua.

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):

1 Chronicles 12:29
From Benjamin, the kinsmen of Saul: 3,000, most of whom had remained loyal to the house of Saul up to that time.

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.

2 Chronicles 10:16-19
When all Israel saw that the king had refused to listen to them, they answered the king: “What portion do we have in David, and what inheritance in the son of Jesse? To your tents, O Israel! Look now to your own house, O David!” So all the Israelites went home, / but Rehoboam still reigned over the Israelites living in the cities of Judah. / Then King Rehoboam sent out Hadoram, who was in charge of the forced labor, but the Israelites stoned him to death. And King Rehoboam mounted his chariot in haste and escaped to Jerusalem. ...

2 Chronicles 11:1
When Rehoboam arrived in Jerusalem, he mobilized the house of Judah and Benjamin—180,000 chosen warriors—to fight against Israel and restore the kingdom to Rehoboam.


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,

Genesis 46:21
And the sons of Benjamin were Belah, and Becher, and Ashbel, Gera, and Naaman, Ehi, and Rosh, Muppim, and Huppim, and Ard.

Numbers 26:40
And the sons of Bela were Ard and Naaman: of Ard, the family of the Ardites: and of Naaman, the family of the Naamites.

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The sons of Bela:
Bela is identified as the firstborn son of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe of Benjamin held a significant position in Israel's history, being the tribe of King Saul, the first king of Israel. The listing of Bela's sons in 1 Chronicles 8 emphasizes the genealogical records that were crucial for maintaining tribal identities and inheritance rights. This genealogical focus underscores the importance of lineage in the biblical narrative, reflecting God's covenantal promises to the patriarchs.

Addar:
Addar is one of the sons of Bela, and his name means "mighty" or "glorious." The mention of Addar in the genealogical record highlights the continuation of the Benjaminite line. While there is limited information about Addar himself, his inclusion in the genealogy serves to establish the historical and familial context of the tribe of Benjamin. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness in preserving His people through generations.

Gera:
Gera is another son of Bela, and his name appears multiple times in the Bible, often associated with the tribe of Benjamin. Notably, a descendant of Gera, Ehud, becomes a judge of Israel (Judges 3:15). Ehud's story is significant as he delivers Israel from Moabite oppression, demonstrating God's deliverance through unexpected means. The mention of Gera in this genealogy connects to the broader narrative of God's provision and deliverance for His people.

Abihud:
Abihud, also a son of Bela, has a name meaning "the father is glorious" or "my father is majesty." While specific details about Abihud are scarce, his inclusion in the genealogy underscores the importance of family lines in the biblical text. The name itself reflects a recognition of God's majesty and glory, themes that are prevalent throughout Scripture. The genealogical record serves as a reminder of the continuity of God's promises and the unfolding of His redemptive plan through history.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Bela
Bela is the firstborn son of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. His lineage is significant in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin.

2. Addar
Addar is listed as one of the sons of Bela. His name means "mighty" or "glorious," reflecting a characteristic that might have been valued in his family or tribe.

3. Gera
Another son of Bela, Gera's name means "a grain" or "pilgrimage." He is also mentioned in other genealogical records, indicating his importance in the lineage.

4. Abihud
The third son of Bela mentioned in this verse. His name means "my father is majesty," which could reflect the reverence and honor attributed to God by his family.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy in Scripture
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect historical events and people, showing God's faithfulness through generations.

Names Reflecting Character and Faith
The meanings of names like Addar, Gera, and Abihud can inspire us to consider the significance of our own names and identities in Christ.

Legacy and Influence
The descendants of Benjamin, including those listed in this verse, played crucial roles in Israel's history. Our own spiritual legacy can impact future generations.

God's Sovereignty in Lineage
The detailed genealogies remind us of God's sovereign plan and purpose for each family and individual, encouraging us to trust in His divine orchestration of our lives.Vers. 3-5 - Nine sons are here assigned to Bela. Genesis (Genesis 44:41) only finds us clearly three of them, and these in very different order, viz. Gera, Naaman, and Arel; and Numbers (Numbers 26:39, 40) finds us only three, viz. Ard, Naaman, and Shupham. Yet our Huram may correspond with Hupham, and then the four pairs of names - Shephuphan and Huram, Shupham and Hupham, Shuppim and Huppim, and Muppim and Huppim - may be interpreted as designating one and the same couple of persons. The recurrence of the name Gera in ver. 5, so close upon the same name in ver. 3, would of course be more remarkable, and point inevitably to the disordered state of the text, if it were necessary to suppose that these nine persons were really brothers, as well as called sons of Bela.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The sons
בָנִ֖ים (ḇā·nîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1121: A son

of Bela:
לְבָ֑לַע (lə·ḇā·la‘)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1106: Bela -- an Edomite, also two Israelites

Addar,
אַדָּ֥ר (’ad·dār)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 146: Addar -- a descendant of Benjamin, also a city in Judah

Gera,
וְגֵרָ֖א (wə·ḡê·rā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1617: Gera -- the name of several Israelites, also a Benjamite family

Abihud,
וַאֲבִיהֽוּד׃ (wa·’ă·ḇî·hūḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 31: Abihud -- 'my father is majesty', a Benjamite


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