Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They too lived near their relatives in Jerusalem. New Living Translation Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. All these families lived near each other in Jerusalem. English Standard Version and Mikloth was the father of Shimeam; and these also lived opposite their kinsmen in Jerusalem, with their kinsmen. Berean Standard Bible Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. King James Bible And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren at Jerusalem, over against their brethren. New King James Version And Mikloth begot Shimeam. They also dwelt alongside their relatives in Jerusalem, with their brethren. New American Standard Bible Mikloth fathered Shimeam. And they also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem opposite their other relatives. NASB 1995 Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. And they also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem opposite their other relatives. NASB 1977 And Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. And they also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem opposite their other relatives. Legacy Standard Bible Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. And they also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem opposite their other relatives. Amplified Bible Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. They also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem, opposite their other relatives. Christian Standard Bible Mikloth fathered Shimeam. These also lived opposite their relatives in Jerusalem with their other relatives. Holman Christian Standard Bible Mikloth fathered Shimeam. These also lived opposite their relatives in Jerusalem with their other relatives. American Standard Version And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, over against their brethren. Contemporary English Version the father of Shimeam. Some of them went to live in Jerusalem near their relatives. English Revised Version And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, over against their brethren. GOD'S WORD® Translation Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They lived next to their relatives in Jerusalem. Good News Translation the father of Shimeah. Their descendants lived in Jerusalem near other families of their clan. International Standard Version Mikloth fathered Shimeam. They lived across town from their relatives in Jerusalem. Majority Standard Bible Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. NET Bible Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They also lived near their relatives in Jerusalem. New Heart English Bible Mikloth became the father of Shimeah. They also lived with their brothers in Jerusalem, over against their brothers. Webster's Bible Translation And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren at Jerusalem, over against their brethren. World English Bible Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. They also lived with their relatives in Jerusalem, near their relatives. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Mikloth begot Shimeam, and they have also dwelt opposite their brothers—with their brothers in Jerusalem. Young's Literal Translation And Mikloth begat Shimeam, and they also, over-against their brethren, have dwelt in Jerusalem with their brethren. Smith's Literal Translation And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And also they dwelt over against their brethren in Jerusalem, with their brethren. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Macelloth beget Samaan: these dwelt over against their brethren in Jerusalem, with their brethren. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Mikloth conceived Shimeam. These lived opposite their brothers in Jerusalem, with their brothers. New American Bible Mikloth became the father of Shimeam. These, too, with their relatives, dwelt opposite their relatives in Jerusalem. New Revised Standard Version and Mikloth became the father of Shimeam; and these also lived opposite their kindred in Jerusalem, with their kindred. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Mikloth begat Shimaez. And they also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, opposite their brethren. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Maqluth begot Shamets; they also were dwelling next to their brothers, with their brothers in Jerusalem. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Mikloth begot Shimeam. And they also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, over against their brethren. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Makeloth begot Samaa: and these dwelt in the midst of their brethren in Jerusalem, even in the midst of their brethren. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Descendants of Saul…37Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. 38Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. 39Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal.… Cross References 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 2:8-10 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. / Saul’s son Ish-bosheth was forty years old when he began to reign over Israel, and he reigned for two years. The house of Judah, however, followed David. 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 4:4 And Jonathan son of Saul had a son who was lame in his feet. He was five years old when the report about Saul and Jonathan came from Jezreel. His nurse picked him up and fled, but as she was hurrying to escape, he fell and became lame. His name was Mephibosheth. 2 Samuel 9:1 Then David asked, “Is there anyone left from the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for the sake of Jonathan?” 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 2:8-9 Keep an eye on Shimei the son of Gera, the Benjamite from Bahurim who is with you. He called down bitter curses against me on the day I went to Mahanaim, but when he came down to meet me at the Jordan, I swore to him by the LORD: ‘I will never put you to the sword.’ / Now therefore, do not hold him guiltless, for you are a wise man. You know what you ought to do to him to bring his gray head down to Sheol in blood.” 1 Kings 2:36-46 Then the king summoned Shimei and said to him, “Build a house for yourself in Jerusalem and live there, but do not go anywhere else. / On the day you go out and cross the Kidron Valley, know for sure that you will die; your blood will be on your own head.” / “The sentence is fair,” Shimei replied. “Your servant will do as my lord the king has spoken.” And Shimei lived in Jerusalem for a long time. ... 1 Chronicles 8:33-34 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, and Merib-baal 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 11:12-14 Next in command was Eleazar son of Dodo the Ahohite, one of the three mighty men. / He was with David at Pas-dammim when the Philistines gathered there for battle. At a place with a field full of barley, the troops fled from the Philistines. / But Eleazar and David stationed themselves in the middle of the field and defended it. They struck down the Philistines, and the LORD brought about a great victory. 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 13:3 Then let us bring back the ark of our God, for we did not inquire of Him in the days of Saul.” 1 Chronicles 15:29 As the ark of the covenant of the LORD was entering the City of David, Saul’s daughter Michal looked down from a window and saw King David dancing and celebrating, and she despised him in her heart. Treasury of Scripture And Mikloth begat Shimeam. And they also dwelled with their brothers at Jerusalem, over against their brothers. 1 Chronicles 8:32 And Mikloth begat Shimeah. And these also dwelt with their brethren in Jerusalem, over against them. Shimeah Jump to Previous Begat Begot Dwelt Jerusalem Kinsmen Mikloth Opposite Over-Against RelativesJump to Next Begat Begot Dwelt Jerusalem Kinsmen Mikloth Opposite Over-Against Relatives1 Chronicles 9 1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies2. The Israelites 10. The priests 14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem 27. The charge of certain Levites 35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan Mikloth was the father of Shimeam. Mikloth is a name that appears in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin, specifically in the context of the descendants of Saul, Israel's first king. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the continuity and legitimacy of the Israelite tribes after the Babylonian exile. Mikloth's mention here highlights the importance of family lineage and heritage in maintaining tribal identity. The name "Mikloth" means "staves" or "rods," which could symbolize leadership or authority, a fitting connection given the royal lineage of Saul. Shimeam, his son, is less known, but his inclusion underscores the chronicler's intent to preserve the memory of even lesser-known family members, emphasizing the value of each individual in God's plan. They too lived alongside their relatives in Jerusalem. Persons / Places / Events 1. MiklothA descendant of Benjamin, Mikloth is mentioned as the father of Shimeam. His lineage is part of the genealogical records that emphasize the restoration of the community in Jerusalem after the exile. 2. Shimeam The son of Mikloth, Shimeam is part of the genealogical record that highlights the continuity of the Israelite community. 3. Jerusalem The central city for the Israelites, Jerusalem is significant as the place where these families resided, symbolizing the restoration and continuity of God's people. Teaching Points The Importance of HeritageUnderstanding our spiritual heritage helps us appreciate the continuity of faith through generations. Just as the Israelites valued their genealogies, we should value our spiritual lineage and the legacy of faith passed down to us. Community Restoration The return to Jerusalem and the rebuilding of the community is a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness in restoring His people. In our lives, God is also at work restoring and rebuilding areas that have been broken. Living in Community The mention of living alongside relatives highlights the importance of community and fellowship. As believers, we are called to live in community, supporting and encouraging one another in our faith journey. God's Faithfulness in Exile and Return The genealogies remind us of God's faithfulness during times of exile and return. Even when we feel distant from God, He is working to bring us back into His presence and purpose. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Miklothוּמִקְל֖וֹת (ū·miq·lō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4732: Mikloth -- a Benjamite, also an officer of David was the father of הוֹלִ֣יד (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 Shimeam. שִׁמְאָ֑ם (šim·’ām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8043: Shimeam -- a Benjamite These הֵ֗ם (hêm) Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They also וְאַף־ (wə·’ap̄-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction Strong's 637: Meaning accession, yea, adversatively though lived יָשְׁב֥וּ (yā·šə·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry alongside נֶ֧גֶד (ne·ḡeḏ) Preposition Strong's 5048: A front, part opposite, a counterpart, mate, over against, before their relatives אֲחֵיהֶ֛ם (’ă·ḥê·hem) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 251: A brother, ) in Jerusalem. בִירֽוּשָׁלִַ֖ם (ḇî·rū·šā·lim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel Links 1 Chronicles 9:38 NIV1 Chronicles 9:38 NLT 1 Chronicles 9:38 ESV 1 Chronicles 9:38 NASB 1 Chronicles 9:38 KJV 1 Chronicles 9:38 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 9:38 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 9:38 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 9:38 French Bible 1 Chronicles 9:38 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 9:38 Mikloth became the father of Shimeam (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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