1 Chronicles 8:4
New International Version
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

New Living Translation
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

English Standard Version
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Berean Standard Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

King James Bible
And Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

New King James Version
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

New American Standard Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

NASB 1995
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

NASB 1977
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Legacy Standard Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Amplified Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Christian Standard Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

American Standard Version
and Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

Contemporary English Version
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

English Revised Version
and Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Good News Translation
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

International Standard Version
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

Majority Standard Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

NET Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

New Heart English Bible
These are the sons of Ehud: Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahijah,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

World English Bible
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Abihud, and Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

Young's Literal Translation
and Abihud, and Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Abisue, and Naamar, and Ahoe,

Catholic Public Domain Version
as well as Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah,

New American Bible
The sons of Ehud were Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,

New Revised Standard Version
Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Mathim the eighth, Hasim the ninth,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Abishu and Naman and Akhia
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Abishua, and Naaman, and Ahoah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Abessue, and Noama, and Achia,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
3The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud, 4Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah, 5Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.…

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. ...

Genesis 46:21
The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard.

Numbers 26:38-41
These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, / the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. / And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman. ...

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 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! ...

1 Kings 11:14-22
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 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 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; ...

2 Chronicles 8:10
They were also the chief officers for King Solomon: 250 supervisors.

Ezra 2:1-2
Now these are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town, / accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:

Nehemiah 7:6-7
These are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town, / accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:


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Abishua
Abishua is a name that appears in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. The name means "father of deliverance" or "my father is deliverance," which can be seen as a reflection of God's role as a deliverer in the history of Israel. Abishua is also mentioned in the lineage of the high priests, being the son of Phinehas and the father of Bukki, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 6:4-5. This connection to the priestly line highlights the importance of maintaining a pure lineage for those who served in the temple, emphasizing the continuity of God's covenant with Israel through the priesthood.

Naaman
Naaman is another descendant of Benjamin, and his name means "pleasant" or "gracious." This name is shared with a notable figure in 2 Kings 5, Naaman the Syrian, who was healed of leprosy by the prophet Elisha. While the Naaman in 1 Chronicles 8:4 is not the same individual, the shared name may suggest a common cultural appreciation for the qualities of grace and favor. The mention of Naaman in the genealogies underscores the diversity and richness of the Benjamite lineage, which played a significant role in the history of Israel, particularly in the establishment of the monarchy under King Saul, who was also from the tribe of Benjamin.

Ahoah
Ahoah is a less commonly mentioned name in the Bible, and its meaning is uncertain, though it may be related to the Hebrew word for "brotherly" or "fraternal." The inclusion of Ahoah in the genealogical record of Benjamin highlights the detailed nature of these records, which served to preserve the heritage and identity of the tribes of Israel. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles are crucial for understanding the historical and familial context of the Israelites, as they provide a framework for the narrative of God's people and their covenant relationship with Him. The tribe of Benjamin, despite its small size, was significant in Israel's history, contributing leaders and warriors, and maintaining its identity through the exile and return.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Abishua
Abishua is listed as one of the sons of Benjamin. His name means "father of deliverance" or "my father is rescue," which reflects a theme of divine intervention and salvation.

2. Naaman
Naaman, another son of Benjamin, shares his name with a notable Syrian commander healed by Elisha in 2 Kings. The name means "pleasant" or "gracious."

3. Ahoah
Ahoah is also a son of Benjamin. His name is less frequently mentioned in the Bible, and its meaning is not as clear, but it may relate to "brotherly" or "fraternal."
Teaching Points
Understanding Our Heritage
Reflect on the importance of knowing our spiritual heritage and how it shapes our identity in Christ. Just as the sons of Benjamin were part of a larger account, we too are part of God's ongoing account.

Names and Their Meanings
Consider the significance of names in the Bible and how they often reflect character or destiny. Reflect on what your name or identity in Christ means for your life and witness.

God's Sovereignty in Lineage
Recognize God's sovereignty in the lineage and history of His people. Even seemingly obscure names and genealogies have a purpose in God's redemptive plan.

Faithfulness Across Generations
Encourage faithfulness in your own life, knowing that your actions and faith can impact future generations, just as the sons of Benjamin contributed to the history of Israel.

The Role of the Tribe of Benjamin
Explore the role of the tribe of Benjamin in Israel's history, including its contributions and challenges, and consider how God uses both strengths and weaknesses for His purposes.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Abishua,
וַאֲבִישׁ֥וּעַ (wa·’ă·ḇî·šū·a‘)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 50: Abishua -- 'my father is rescue', two Israelites

Naaman,
וְנַעֲמָ֖ן (wə·na·‘ă·mān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5283: Naaman -- a descendant of Benjamin, also an Aramean (Syrian) general

Ahoah,
וַאֲחֽוֹחַ׃ (wa·’ă·ḥō·w·aḥ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 265: Ahoah -- a Benjamite


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