Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bokeru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. New Living Translation Azel had six sons, whose names were Azrikam, Bokeru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. English Standard Version Azel had six sons and these are their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan; these were the sons of Azel. Berean Standard Bible And Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. King James Bible And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. New King James Version And Azel had six sons whose names were these: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan; these were the sons of Azel. New American Standard Bible Azel had six sons whose names were these: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. NASB 1995 Azel had six sons whose names are these: Azrikam, Bocheru and Ishmael and Sheariah and Obadiah and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. NASB 1977 And Azel had six sons whose names are these: Azrikam, Bocheru and Ishmael and Sheariah and Obadiah and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. Legacy Standard Bible Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. Amplified Bible Azel had six sons, and these are their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. Christian Standard Bible Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were Azel’s sons. Holman Christian Standard Bible Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were Azel’s sons. American Standard Version And Azel had six sons, whose names are these: Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. English Revised Version And Azel had six sons, whose names are these; Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. GOD'S WORD® Translation Azel had six sons. Their names were Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. All of these men were Azel's sons. Good News Translation Azel had six sons: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. International Standard Version Azel had six descendants with these names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan—these were the descendants of Azel. NET Bible Azel had six sons: Azrikam his firstborn, followed by Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. New Heart English Bible Azel had six sons, whose names are these: Azrikam, his firstborn, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. Webster's Bible Translation And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. World English Bible Azel had six sons, whose names are Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd to Azel [are] six sons, and these [are] their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan; these [are] sons of Azel. Young's Literal Translation And to Azel are six sons, and these their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these are sons of Azel. Smith's Literal Translation And to Azel six sons, and these their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these the sons of Azel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd heel had six sons whose names are, Ezricam, Bochru, Ismahel, Saria, Obdia, Hanan: these are the sons of Asel. Catholic Public Domain Version Now Azel had six sons, whose names are: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, Hanan. These are the sons of Azel. New American Bible Azel had six sons, whose names were Azrikam, his firstborn, Ishmael, Sheariah, Azariah, Obadiah, and Hanan; these were the sons of Azel. New Revised Standard Version Azel had six sons, and these are their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan; these were the sons of Azel. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Azel had six sons, whose names are these: Uzzi his first-born, Kim his second, Ashmah, Shadiah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Atsal had six sons, and these are their names: Azi, his firstborn, Qim his second, Ashma his son, Shadya his son, Oubadya his son, Khanan his son; these are the sons of Atsel. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Azel had six sons, whose names are these: Azrikam, Bocru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan; these were the sons of Azel. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Esel had six sons, and these were their names; Esricam his first-born, and Ismael, and Saraia, and Abdia, and Anan, and Asa: these were the sons of Esel. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Descendants of Saul…43Moza was the father of Binea. Rephaiah was his son, Elasah his son, and Azel his son. 44And Azel had six sons, and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. 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 5:4-5 David was thirty years old when he became king, and he reigned forty years. / In Hebron he reigned over Judah seven years and six months, and in Jerusalem he reigned thirty-three years over all Israel and Judah. 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 11:1-3 Then all Israel came together to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And the LORD your God said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where David made a covenant with them before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD through Samuel. 1 Chronicles 12:23-40 Now these are the numbers of men armed for battle who came to David at Hebron to turn Saul’s kingdom over to him, in accordance with the word of the LORD: / From Judah: 6,800 armed troops bearing shields and spears. / From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle. ... 1 Chronicles 29:26-28 David son of Jesse was king over all Israel. / The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem. / He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place. 2 Chronicles 10:17-19 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. / So to this day Israel has been in rebellion against the house of David. Matthew 1:6 and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife, Matthew 22:42-45 “What do you think about the Christ? Whose son is He?” “David’s,” they answered. / Jesus said to them, “How then does David in the Spirit call Him ‘Lord’? For he says: / ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ ... Mark 12:35-37 While Jesus was teaching in the temple courts, He asked, “How can the scribes say that the Christ is the Son of David? / Speaking by the Holy Spirit, David himself declared: ‘The Lord said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand until I put Your enemies under Your feet.”’ / David himself calls Him ‘Lord.’ So how can He be David’s son?” And the large crowd listened to Him with delight. Luke 1:32-33 He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” Treasury of Scripture And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan: these were the sons of Azel. Jump to Previous Azel Azrikam Azri'kam Bocheru Bo'cheru Bochru Bocru Bokeru Five Hanan Ishmael Ish'mael Names Obadiah Obadi'ah Oldest Sheariah She-Ari'ah SixJump to Next Azel Azrikam Azri'kam Bocheru Bo'cheru Bochru Bocru Bokeru Five Hanan Ishmael Ish'mael Names Obadiah Obadi'ah Oldest Sheariah She-Ari'ah Six1 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 And Azel had six sons, Azel is a descendant of Saul, the first king of Israel, highlighting the continuation of Saul's lineage despite his fall from grace. The mention of six sons signifies a complete family unit, which in biblical numerology, the number six often represents human effort or imperfection, contrasting with the divine perfection symbolized by the number seven. and these were their names: Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. These were the sons of Azel. Persons / Places / Events 1. AzelA descendant of King Saul, Azel is noted for having six sons. His lineage is part of the genealogical records that emphasize the continuity of the Israelite tribes. 2. Azrikam One of Azel's sons, his name means "help against the enemy" in Hebrew, reflecting a possible role or characteristic. 3. Bocheru Another son of Azel, his name means "firstborn" or "youthful," indicating a position or trait within the family. 4. Ishmael A common name in the Bible, meaning "God hears," suggesting a spiritual or prophetic significance. 5. Sheariah His name means "valued by the Lord," indicating a divine favor or blessing. 6. Obadiah Meaning "servant of the Lord," this name is shared with other notable biblical figures, suggesting a life dedicated to God's service. 7. Hanan Meaning "gracious" or "merciful," this name reflects a characteristic of God’s nature. Teaching Points The Importance of LegacyOur spiritual and familial legacies are significant. Just as Azel's lineage is recorded, our lives and actions contribute to the legacy we leave behind. Names Reflecting Character The meanings of names in the Bible often reflect God's purpose or character traits. Consider how our names or reputations reflect our identity in Christ. God's Faithfulness Across Generations The genealogies remind us of God's faithfulness to His promises across generations. We can trust in His continued faithfulness in our lives and families. The Role of Family in Faith Families play a crucial role in nurturing faith. Like Azel's sons, we are called to be part of a spiritual family that supports and grows together in faith. Understanding Our Spiritual Heritage Recognizing our spiritual heritage helps us understand our place in God's plan. We are part of a larger account that God is writing through history. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 9:44?2. How does 1 Chronicles 9:44 emphasize the importance of genealogies in Scripture? 3. What role does Asriel play in the lineage mentioned in 1 Chronicles 9:44? 4. How can understanding genealogies deepen our appreciation for God's faithfulness throughout history? 5. What lessons can we learn from the detailed records in 1 Chronicles 9? 6. How can we apply the value of heritage in our Christian walk today? 7. What is the significance of Azel's genealogy in 1 Chronicles 9:44 for biblical history? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 9:44 contribute to understanding the lineage of the Benjamites? 9. Why is genealogy important in the context of 1 Chronicles 9:44? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 9? 11. Why does the chronicler's account of who returned to Jerusalem in 1 Chronicles 9 differ from the lists in Ezra and Nehemiah? 12. 1 Chronicles 26:1 compared to 1 Chronicles 9:17: Do these genealogies for the gatekeepers align, or do they present contradictory lists? 13. Why does 1 Chronicles 9:3 include tribes like Ephraim and Manasseh in Jerusalem, contradicting other passages indicating they didn't return? 14. In 1 Chronicles 8:29-33, why does the list of descendants for the 'father of Gibeon' differ from the parallel account in 1 Chronicles 9:35-39? What Does 1 Chronicles 9:44 Mean And Azel had six sons• Scripture records Azel as a literal descendant in Saul’s line (1 Chronicles 8:37–38), emphasizing God’s faithfulness to preserve that royal family even after the exile (cf. 2 Samuel 7:12–16). • Six sons show tangible fulfillment of the blessing to “be fruitful and multiply” first given in Genesis 1:28 and repeated to Abraham in Genesis 17:6. • The verse reminds us that God values every generation; none are forgotten in His covenant plans (Psalm 105:8–10). and these were their names • “He calls them all by name” (Isaiah 40:26); individual names underscore personal worth before God. • Names in Scripture often reflect faith, hope, or testimony. Here they hint at a family that remembered the Lord even in obscurity. • Luke 10:20 affirms that the greatest honor is to have our names written in heaven. Azrikam • Meaning “the prince has risen” or “my help is noble,” the name points to leadership and strength in God. • Cross reference: “The LORD is my strength and my song” (Exodus 15:2). • Hidden servants like Azrikam assure us that God’s kingdom includes many faithful people history scarcely records. Bocheru • A rare name possibly meaning “firstborn,” suggesting parental gratitude and order in the household. • Psalm 127:3: “Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward.” • God’s interest reaches from kings to second-line sons like Bocheru. Ishmael • Instantly recalls Abraham’s son (Genesis 16:11). The name means “God hears.” • 1 John 5:14: “If we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” • Even though this Ishmael is far removed from the original, the identical name reinforces that God’s ear remains open to all generations. Sheariah • Means “valued by Yah” or “gate of Yah.” • Psalm 84:10: “Better a day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere.” • His name invites reflection on living where God’s presence is honored. Obadiah • “Servant of the LORD.” Sharing a name with the prophet (Obadiah 1:1), it highlights the privilege of serving God irrespective of public fame. • 1 Corinthians 4:1: “Men should regard us as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.” Hanan • Signifies “gracious” or “God has been gracious.” • John 1:16: “For from His fullness we have all received grace upon grace.” • Hanan’s name becomes a living reminder that every heartbeat is sustained by divine grace. These were the sons of Azel • The repetition bookends the list, a literary way to seal the genealogy and show completeness (compare 1 Chronicles 8:38). • It stresses identity: they belong to Azel, yet their ultimate belonging is to the LORD who authored their story (Psalm 139:16). • Genealogies like this prepared the post-exilic community to trace lineage, land rights, and messianic hope (Matthew 1:1-17). summary 1 Chronicles 9:44 literally records six sons of Azel, cementing Saul’s lineage and God’s covenant faithfulness. Each phrase spotlights family growth, the importance of personal names, and the quiet testimony of ordinary believers. Though history offers no exploits for Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, or Hanan, their inclusion proves God’s unwavering attention to every individual. In preserving their names, Scripture reassures us that our own lives, however unnoticed by the world, are fully seen, valued, and woven into God’s unfolding redemptive plan. (44) With the omission of the sons of Eshek and Ulam here, comp. the similar abridgment of the list in 1Chronicles 6:4-15, when repeated in the same 1chron at 1Chronicles 6:50-53. This suggests that the present omission is not due to inadvertence, but either to the design of the chronicler or to a like omission in his source.Hebrew And Azelוּלְאָצֵל֮ (ū·lə·’ā·ṣêl) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 682: Azal -- a descendant of Jonathan had six שִׁשָּׁ֣ה (šiš·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number) sons, בָנִים֒ (ḇā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son and these וְאֵ֣לֶּה (wə·’êl·leh) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those were their names: שְׁמוֹתָ֗ם (šə·mō·w·ṯām) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 8034: A name Azrikam, עַזְרִיקָ֥ם ׀ (‘az·rî·qām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5840: Azrikam -- 'my help has risen', four Israelites Bocheru, בֹּ֙כְרוּ֙ (bō·ḵə·rū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1074: Bocheru -- a Benjamite Ishmael, וְיִשְׁמָעֵ֣אל (wə·yiš·mā·‘êl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3458: Ishmael -- 'God hears', the name of several Israelites Sheariah, וּשְׁעַרְיָ֔ה (ū·šə·‘ar·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8187: Sheariah -- perhaps 'gate of Yah', a Benjamite Obadiah, וְעֹבַדְיָ֖ה (wə·‘ō·ḇaḏ·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5662: Obadiah -- 'servant of Yah', the name of a number of Israelites and Hanan. וְחָנָ֑ן (wə·ḥā·nān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2605: Hanan -- 'gracious', the name of several Israelites These [were] אֵ֖לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those the sons בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Azel. אָצַֽל׃ (’ā·ṣal) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 682: Azal -- a descendant of Jonathan Links 1 Chronicles 9:44 NIV1 Chronicles 9:44 NLT 1 Chronicles 9:44 ESV 1 Chronicles 9:44 NASB 1 Chronicles 9:44 KJV 1 Chronicles 9:44 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 9:44 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 9:44 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 9:44 French Bible 1 Chronicles 9:44 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 9:44 Azel had six sons whose names (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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