Genesis 22:22
New International Version
Kesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph and Bethuel.”

New Living Translation
Kesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

English Standard Version
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”

Berean Standard Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”

King James Bible
And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

New King James Version
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”

New American Standard Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel”—

NASB 1995
and Chesed and Hazo and Pildash and Jidlaph and Bethuel.”

NASB 1977
and Chesed and Hazo and Pildash and Jidlaph and Bethuel.”

Legacy Standard Bible
and Chesed and Hazo and Pildash and Jidlaph and Bethuel.”

Amplified Bible
Chesed and Hazo and Pildash and Jidlaph and Bethuel.”

Christian Standard Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”

American Standard Version
and Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

English Revised Version
and Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Kesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

Good News Translation
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel,

International Standard Version
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel."

Majority Standard Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.?

NET Bible
Kesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel."

New Heart English Bible
Kesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel."

Webster's Bible Translation
And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

World English Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel;

Young's Literal Translation
and Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Cased, and Azau, and Pheldas, and Jedlaph,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Chesed, and Hazo, likewise Pildash, and Jidlaph,

New American Bible
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”

New Revised Standard Version
Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Khasar, Hazo, Pilrash, Jarlaph, and Bethuel.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And to Kasar, and to Khazu, and to Palrash, and to Yarlaph and to Bethuyel,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Azav and Phaldes, and Jeldaph, and Bathuel, and Bathuel begot Rebecca;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Nahor
21Uz the firstborn, his brother Buz, Kemuel (the father of Aram), 22 Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.” 23And Bethuel became the father of Rebekah. Milcah bore these eight sons to Abraham’s brother Nahor.…

Cross References
Hebrews 11:17-19
By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac on the altar. He who had received the promises was ready to offer his one and only son, / even though God had said to him, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / Abraham reasoned that God could raise the dead, and in a sense, he did receive Isaac back from death.

James 2:21-23
Was not our father Abraham justified by what he did when he offered his son Isaac on the altar? / You see that his faith was working with his actions, and his faith was perfected by what he did. / And the Scripture was fulfilled that says, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,” and he was called a friend of God.

Romans 4:18-22
Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as he had been told, “So shall your offspring be.” / Without weakening in his faith, he acknowledged the decrepitness of his body (since he was about a hundred years old) and the lifelessness of Sarah’s womb. / Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, ...

Galatians 3:6-9
So also, “Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” / Understand, then, that those who have faith are sons of Abraham. / The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and foretold the gospel to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” ...

John 8:56
Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see My day. He saw it and was glad.”

Romans 8:32
He who did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all, how will He not also, along with Him, freely give us all things?

Hebrews 6:13-15
When God made His promise to Abraham, since He had no one greater to swear by, He swore by Himself, / saying, “I will surely bless you and multiply your descendants.” / And so Abraham, after waiting patiently, obtained the promise.

2 Chronicles 20:7
Our God, did You not drive out the inhabitants of this land before Your people Israel and give it forever to the descendants of Abraham Your friend?

Isaiah 41:8
“But you, O Israel, My servant, Jacob, whom I have chosen, descendant of Abraham My friend—

Matthew 1:1-2
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.

Luke 3:34
the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor,

Acts 3:25
And you are sons of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers when He said to Abraham, ‘Through your offspring all the families of the earth will be blessed.’

Acts 7:2-5
And Stephen declared: “Brothers and fathers, listen to me! The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham while he was still in Mesopotamia, before he lived in Haran, / and told him, ‘Leave your country and your kindred and go to the land I will show you.’ / So Abraham left the land of the Chaldeans and settled in Haran. After his father died, God brought him out of that place and into this land where you are now living. ...

Romans 9:7-9
Nor because they are Abraham’s descendants are they all his children. On the contrary, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / So it is not the children of the flesh who are God’s children, but it is the children of the promise who are regarded as offspring. / For this is what the promise stated: “At the appointed time I will return, and Sarah will have a son.”

Galatians 4:28
Now you, brothers, like Isaac, are children of promise.


Treasury of Scripture

And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.

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Genesis 22
1. Abraham is tested with the command to offer Isaac.
3. He gives proof of his faith and obedience.
11. The angel prevents him.
13. Isaac is exchanged for a ram.
14. The place is called Jehovah-jireh.
15. Abraham is again blessed.
20. The generations of Nahor unto Rebekah.














Chesed
Chesed is one of the sons of Nahor, Abraham's brother. The name Chesed is significant as it is related to the Hebrew word for "kindness" or "loving-kindness," which is a central theme in the Old Testament, often describing God's covenantal love. This name may reflect the cultural values or aspirations of Nahor's family. Chesed's descendants are not explicitly mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, but the name itself suggests a connection to the broader theme of God's faithful love.

Hazo
Hazo is another son of Nahor. The name Hazo is less common and its meaning is not entirely clear, though it may be related to the Hebrew word for "vision" or "seer." This could imply a family role or characteristic valued in Nahor's lineage. The lack of further biblical references to Hazo suggests that his line did not play a significant role in the biblical narrative, yet his inclusion in this genealogy highlights the importance of family heritage and lineage in the biblical context.

Pildash
Pildash is listed among Nahor's sons, and like Hazo, there is little additional biblical information about him. The name Pildash may be derived from a root meaning "flame" or "fire," which could symbolize passion or zeal. This name, along with others in the genealogy, underscores the importance of naming in the ancient Near Eastern culture, where names often carried prophetic or aspirational significance.

Jidlaph
Jidlaph is another son of Nahor, and his name appears only in this genealogical list. The meaning of Jidlaph is uncertain, but it may be related to a root meaning "to weep" or "to drip," possibly indicating a characteristic or event associated with his birth or life. The inclusion of Jidlaph in the genealogy serves to complete the picture of Nahor's family, emphasizing the importance of each member in the broader narrative of God's unfolding plan.

Bethuel
Bethuel is perhaps the most significant of Nahor's sons mentioned here, as he becomes the father of Rebekah, who is a key figure in the Genesis narrative. Rebekah's marriage to Isaac, Abraham's son, is a pivotal event in the continuation of God's covenant promises. Bethuel's name means "house of God," which is fitting given his role in the lineage leading to the Israelite patriarchs. This connection highlights the providential nature of God's plan, weaving together various family lines to fulfill His promises.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Chesed
One of the sons of Nahor, Abraham's brother. The name "Chesed" is related to the Hebrew word for "kindness" or "loving-kindness," which is a significant theme throughout the Bible.

2. Hazo
Another son of Nahor. The name "Hazo" is less frequently mentioned in the Bible, and little is known about him beyond his inclusion in this genealogy.

3. Pildash
Also a son of Nahor. Like Hazo, Pildash is not a prominent figure in biblical accounts, but his inclusion signifies the expansion of Nahor's family.

4. Jidlaph
Another son of Nahor. His name and lineage are mentioned here, but he does not play a significant role in the biblical account.

5. Bethuel
The most notable of Nahor's sons listed here, as he becomes the father of Rebekah, who is a key figure in the Genesis account. Bethuel's lineage connects to the account of Isaac and Rebekah.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy
Understanding the genealogies in the Bible helps us see the unfolding of God's plan through generations. It reminds us that God works through families and lineages to fulfill His promises.

Significance of Names
The names in biblical genealogies often carry meanings that reflect God's character or the destiny of the individuals. Reflecting on these can deepen our understanding of the text.

God's Faithfulness Across Generations
The inclusion of Nahor's sons in the biblical account underscores God's faithfulness to His promises, not just to individuals but to entire families and nations.

Connections to God's Covenant
The genealogy of Nahor connects to the broader account of God's covenant with Abraham, showing how God's promises extend beyond immediate circumstances.

Role of Lesser-Known Figures
Even those who seem minor in the biblical account, like Hazo and Pildash, are part of God's account. This encourages us to see value in every role within God's plan.(22) Chesed.--He was not the ancestor of the ancient Chasdim or Chaldees, but possibly of the small tribe of robbers with the same name who plundered Job (Job 1:17). Of the rest, no trace remains in history.

Verse 22. - And Chesed, - according to Jerome the father of the Chasdim or Chaldees (Genesis 11:28); but more generally regarded as the head of a younger branch or offshoot of that race (Keil, Murphy, Lange; cf. Job 1:17) - and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph (concerning whom nothing is known), and Bethnel - "man of God" (Gesenius); dwelling of God (Furst); an indication probably of his piety.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Chesed,
כֶּ֣שֶׂד (ke·śeḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3777: Chesed -- a son of Nahor

Hazo,
חֲז֔וֹ (ḥă·zōw)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2375: Hazo -- a son of Nahor

Pildash,
פִּלְדָּ֖שׁ (pil·dāš)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6394: Pildash -- a relative of Abraham

Jidlaph,
יִדְלָ֑ף (yiḏ·lāp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3044: Jidlaph -- a son of Nahor

and Bethuel.”
בְּתוּאֵֽל׃ (bə·ṯū·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1328: Bethuel -- perhaps 'man of God', a nephew of Abraham


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