1 Chronicles 8:9
New International Version
By his wife Hodesh he had Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malkam,

New Living Translation
His wife Hodesh gave birth to Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

English Standard Version
He fathered sons by Hodesh his wife: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

Berean Standard Bible
His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

King James Bible
And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham,

New King James Version
By Hodesh his wife he begot Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

New American Standard Bible
By Hodesh his wife he fathered Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

NASB 1995
By Hodesh his wife he became the father of Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

NASB 1977
And by Hodesh his wife he became the father of Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

Legacy Standard Bible
By Hodesh his wife he became the father of Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

Amplified Bible
By Hodesh his wife he became the father of Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

Christian Standard Bible
His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

American Standard Version
And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcam,

English Revised Version
And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcam;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
he and his wife Hodesh had the following sons: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

International Standard Version
By his wife Hodesh he fathered Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

Majority Standard Bible
His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

NET Bible
By his wife Hodesh he fathered Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malkam,

New Heart English Bible
He became the father of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malkam,

Webster's Bible Translation
And he begat of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham,

World English Bible
By Hodesh his wife, he became the father of Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he begets of his wife Hodesh: Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham,

Young's Literal Translation
And he begetteth of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham,

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will beget from Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcham,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he beget of Hodes his wife Jobab, and Sebia, and Mesa, and Molchom,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and so, of his wife Hodesh, he conceived Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcam,

New American Bible
By his wife Hodesh he begot Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,

New Revised Standard Version
He had sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And these are the sons of Abihud;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he begot from Kharash his wife, Yubab and Tsabya and Malkum.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
he begot of Hodesh his wife, Jobab, and Zibia, and Mesha, and Malcam;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he begot of his wife Ada, Jolab, and Sebia, and Misa, and Melchas,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
8Shaharaim had sons in the country of Moab after he had divorced his wives Hushim and Baara. 9 His sons by his wife Hodesh: Jobab, Zibia, Mesha, Malcam, 10Jeuz, Sachia, and Mirmah. These were his sons, heads of families.…

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

Numbers 26:38-40
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
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.

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 3:7
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?”

2 Samuel 4:5-6
Now Rechab and Baanah, the sons of Rimmon the Beerothite, set out and arrived at the house of Ish-bosheth in the heat of the day, while the king was taking his midday nap. / They entered the interior of the house as if to get some wheat, and they stabbed him in the stomach. Then Rechab and his brother Baanah slipped away.

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.

2 Samuel 23:27-28
Abiezer the Anathothite, Mebunnai the Hushathite, / Zalmon the Ahohite, Maharai the Netophathite,

1 Kings 11:14
Then the LORD raised up against Solomon an adversary, Hadad the Edomite, from the royal line of Edom.

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. ...

2 Chronicles 8:7-8
As for all the people who remained of the Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites (these people were not Israelites)— / their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites had not destroyed—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day.

Ezra 2:33-34
the men of Lod, Hadid, and Ono, 725; / the men of Jericho, 345;

Nehemiah 11:31-32
The descendants of Benjamin from Geba lived in Michmash, Aija, and Bethel with its villages; / in Anathoth, Nob, Ananiah,


Treasury of Scripture

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His sons by his wife Hodesh:
This phrase introduces the offspring of Shaharaim, a Benjamite, by his wife Hodesh. The mention of Hodesh, which means "new moon" or "month" in Hebrew, may indicate a time of renewal or a new beginning in Shaharaim's life. The genealogical records in 1 Chronicles often emphasize the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society, reflecting the cultural and religious significance of family and tribal connections.

Jobab:
Jobab is a name that appears several times in the Old Testament, often associated with leaders or kings. The name means "howler" or "shouter," which could imply a person of prominence or influence. In the context of genealogies, Jobab's inclusion highlights the continuation of the Benjamite line, which is significant given the tribe's role in Israel's history, including the first king of Israel, Saul, who was a Benjamite.

Zibia:
Zibia, meaning "roe" or "gazelle," is a name that suggests beauty or swiftness. The use of animal imagery in names was common in ancient cultures, often reflecting desirable traits or characteristics. Zibia's mention in the genealogy underscores the diversity and richness of the Benjamite lineage.

Mesha:
Mesha, meaning "salvation" or "deliverance," is a name that carries theological significance. It reflects the hope and expectation of divine intervention and deliverance, themes prevalent throughout the Old Testament. The name Mesha also appears in other biblical contexts, such as the Moabite king in 2 Kings 3, highlighting the interconnectedness of biblical narratives.

Malcam:
Malcam, meaning "their king" or "king," is a name that denotes leadership and authority. It may also be a variant of Milcom, the god of the Ammonites, though in this context, it likely emphasizes the royal or noble aspirations within the Benjamite tribe. The name Malcam serves as a reminder of the tribe's potential for leadership and influence within the broader narrative of Israel's history.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hodesh
The wife of Shaharaim, mentioned in this verse as the mother of his sons. Her name means "new moon" or "month" in Hebrew, which may symbolize renewal or a new beginning.

2. Shaharaim
Although not mentioned directly in this verse, he is the father of the sons listed. His name means "dawn" or "morning" in Hebrew, suggesting a time of new beginnings or enlightenment.

3. Jobab
One of the sons of Shaharaim and Hodesh. The name Jobab can mean "howler" or "shouter," possibly indicating a person of strong voice or presence.

4. Zibia
Another son of Shaharaim and Hodesh. His name means "roe" or "gazelle," which could symbolize swiftness or grace.

5. Mesha
A son of Shaharaim and Hodesh. The name Mesha means "salvation" or "deliverance," which is a significant theme throughout the Bible.

6. Malcam
Another son of Shaharaim and Hodesh. His name means "their king," which could imply leadership or authority.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy
Genealogies in the Bible, like the one in 1 Chronicles 8, remind us of God's faithfulness through generations. They show how God works through families and lineages to fulfill His promises.

Names and Their Meanings
The meanings of names in the Bible often carry significant spiritual insights. Reflecting on the names in this passage can inspire us to consider the spiritual legacy we are building.

God's Sovereignty in Family Lines
Despite human flaws and failures, God sovereignly works through family lines to accomplish His purposes. This encourages us to trust in God's plan for our own families.

Renewal and New Beginnings
The name Hodesh, meaning "new moon," symbolizes renewal. This can remind us of the new beginnings God offers us through His grace and mercy.(9) Hodesh his wife.--The new Moabite wife or settlement of Shaharaim. The names of two of the sons begotten in Moab have a Moabite cast--viz., Mesha', comp. Mesha' king of Moab, 2Kings 3:4; and Malcham, comp. Malcham (Milcom) as a title of the god of Moab and Ammon, Jeremiah 49:1 (Heb.).

Verses 9-11. - These verses give seven unknown sons of Ehud, Gera, or Shaharaim, as the case may be, by the wife Hodesh, whom one would have been glad to identify with Baara, and two unknown sons of the wife Hushim.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
His sons by
מִן־ (min-)
Preposition
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

his wife
אִשְׁתּ֑וֹ (’iš·tōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female

Hodesh:
חֹ֣דֶשׁ (ḥō·ḏeš)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2321: Hodesh -- an Israelite woman

Jobab,
יוֹבָב֙ (yō·w·ḇāḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3103: Jobab -- a son of Joktan, also his descendants, also two non-Israelite kings, also two Benjamites

Zibia,
צִבְיָ֔א (ṣiḇ·yā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6644: Zibia -- a Benjamite

Mesha,
מֵישָׁ֖א (mê·šā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4331: Mesha -- a Benjamite

Malcam,
מַלְכָּֽם׃ (mal·kām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4445: Malcham -- a Benjamite


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