Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then his brother, who had the scarlet thread on his wrist, came out. And he was named Zerah. New Living Translation Then the baby with the scarlet string on his wrist was born, and he was named Zerah. English Standard Version Afterward his brother came out with the scarlet thread on his hand, and his name was called Zerah. Berean Standard Bible Then his brother came out with the scarlet thread around his wrist, and he was named Zerah. King James Bible And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand: and his name was called Zarah. New King James Version Afterward his brother came out who had the scarlet thread on his hand. And his name was called Zerah. New American Standard Bible Afterward his brother came out who had the scarlet thread on his hand; and he was named Zerah. NASB 1995 Afterward his brother came out who had the scarlet thread on his hand; and he was named Zerah. NASB 1977 And afterward his brother came out who had the scarlet thread on his hand; and he was named Zerah. Legacy Standard Bible Afterward his brother came out who had the scarlet thread on his hand; and he was named Zerah. Amplified Bible Afterward his brother who had the scarlet [thread] on his hand was born and was named Zerah (brightness). Christian Standard Bible Then his brother, who had the scarlet thread tied to his hand, came out, and was named Zerah. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then his brother, who had the scarlet thread tied to his hand, came out, and was named Zerah. American Standard Version And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand: and his name was called Zerah. Contemporary English Version When the brother with the red thread was born, they named him Zerah. English Revised Version And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand: and his name was called Zerah. GOD'S WORD® Translation After that his brother was born with the red yarn on his hand. He was named Zerah [Sunrise]. Good News Translation Then his brother was born with the red thread on his arm, and he was named Zerah. International Standard Version Afterwards, his brother came out, and around his hand was the scarlet. So they named him Zerah. NET Bible Afterward his brother came out--the one who had the scarlet thread on his hand--and he was named Zerah. New Heart English Bible Afterward his brother came out, that had the scarlet thread on his hand, so he was named Zerah. Webster's Bible Translation And afterwards came out his brother that had the scarlet thread upon his hand; and his name was called Zarah. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen his brother came out with the scarlet thread around his wrist, and he was named Zerah. World English Bible Afterward his brother came out, who had the scarlet thread on his hand, and his name was called Zerah. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand afterward his brother has come out, on whose hand [is] the scarlet thread, and he calls his name Zerah. Young's Literal Translation and afterwards hath his brother come out, on whose hand is the scarlet thread, and he calleth his name Zarah. Smith's Literal Translation And afterward his brother will come forth, whom upon his hand the scarlet, and his name shall be called Zarah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAfterwards his brother came out, on whose hand was the scarlet thread: and she called him Zara. Catholic Public Domain Version After this, his brother came out, on whose hand was the scarlet thread. And she called him Zerah. New American Bible Afterward his brother, who had the crimson thread on his hand, came out; he was called Zerah. New Revised Standard Version Afterward his brother came out with the crimson thread on his hand; and he was named Zerah. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd afterward came out his brother, who had the scarlet thread on his hand; and she called his name Zarah. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And after that, his brother came out, on whose hand was the thread of scarlet, and she called his name Zarakh. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand; and his name was called Zerah. Brenton Septuagint Translation And after this came forth his brother, on whose hand was the scarlet thread; and she called his name, Zara. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Birth of Perez and Zerah…29But when he pulled his hand back and his brother came out, she said, “You have broken out first!” So he was named Perez. 30Then his brother came out with the scarlet thread around his wrist, and he was named Zerah. Cross References Matthew 1:3 Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. Ruth 4:12 And may your house become like the house of Perez, whom Tamar bore to Judah, because of the offspring the LORD will give you by this young woman.” 1 Chronicles 2:4 Tamar, Judah’s daughter-in-law, bore to him Perez and Zerah. Judah had five sons in all. Numbers 26:20 These were the descendants of Judah by their clans: The Shelanite clan from Shelah, the Perezite clan from Perez, and the Zerahite clan from Zerah. 1 Chronicles 4:1 The descendants of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal. Luke 3:33 the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, 1 Chronicles 2:9-10 The sons who were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb. / Ram was the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, a leader of the descendants of Judah. 1 Chronicles 2:18 Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were the sons of Azubah: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon. 1 Chronicles 2:24 After Hezron died in Caleb-ephrathah, his wife Abijah bore to him Ashhur the father of Tekoa. 1 Chronicles 2:50 These were the descendants of Caleb. The sons of Hur the firstborn of Ephrathah: Shobal the father of Kiriath-jearim, 1 Chronicles 4:21 The sons of Shelah son of Judah: Er the father of Lecah, Laadah the father of Mareshah and the clans of the linen workers at Beth-ashbea, 1 Chronicles 9:4 Uthai son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, a descendant of Perez son of Judah. 1 Chronicles 27:3 He was a descendant of Perez and chief of all the army commanders for the first month. 1 Chronicles 27:10 The seventh, for the seventh month, was Helez the Pelonite, an Ephraimite. There were 24,000 men in his division. 1 Chronicles 27:22 and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel. Treasury of Scripture And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread on his hand: and his name was called Zarah. Zarah. 1 Chronicles 9:6 And of the sons of Zerah; Jeuel, and their brethren, six hundred and ninety. Zerah. Matthew 1:3 And Judas begat Phares and Zara of Thamar; and Phares begat Esrom; and Esrom begat Aram; Zara. Jump to Previous Afterward Afterwards Hand Red Round Scarlet Thread Wrist Zarah ZerahJump to Next Afterward Afterwards Hand Red Round Scarlet Thread Wrist Zarah ZerahGenesis 38 1. Judah begets Er, Onan, and Shelah.6. Er's marriage with Tamar, and death. 8. The trespass of Onan. 11. Tamar is reserved for Shelah. 12. Judah's wife dies. 13. Tamar deceives Judah. 27. She bears twins, Pharez and Zarah. Then his brother came out This phrase refers to the birth of Zerah, the twin brother of Perez. The narrative of Genesis 38 is set within the larger story of Joseph, providing a contrast between Judah's moral failings and Joseph's righteousness. The birth of twins is significant in biblical narratives, often symbolizing conflict or competition, as seen with Jacob and Esau. with the scarlet thread around his wrist and he was named Zerah Persons / Places / Events 1. ZerahThe second son of Judah and Tamar, who was born with a scarlet thread tied around his hand. His name means "brightness" or "rising," indicating a significant future or destiny. 2. Perez Zerah's twin brother, who was born first despite Zerah's initial emergence. His name means "breach" or "bursting forth," symbolizing unexpected breakthroughs or divine intervention. 3. Tamar The mother of Perez and Zerah, who played a crucial role in the continuation of Judah's lineage. Her actions, though controversial, were pivotal in the unfolding of God's plan. 4. Judah The father of Perez and Zerah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. His lineage is significant in biblical history, leading to the line of King David and ultimately to Jesus Christ. 5. Scarlet Thread A symbol tied around Zerah's hand, representing identification and distinction. It signifies themes of redemption and covenant throughout Scripture. Teaching Points Divine Sovereignty in Human AffairsThe birth of Perez and Zerah illustrates God's control over human events, even when they seem chaotic or unexpected. Trust in God's plan, even when it defies human logic. Significance of Lineage The account emphasizes the importance of lineage in God's redemptive plan. Reflect on how God uses family lines and heritage to fulfill His purposes. Symbolism of the Scarlet Thread The scarlet thread is a powerful symbol of redemption and covenant. Consider how God marks His people for His purposes and protection. Unexpected Outcomes Perez's unexpected birth order reminds us that God's ways are not our ways. Be open to God's unexpected interventions in your life. Role of Women in God's Plan Tamar's account highlights the significant role women play in God's redemptive history. Recognize and value the contributions of women in the faith community. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 38:30?2. How does Genesis 38:30 illustrate God's sovereignty in unexpected circumstances? 3. What lessons can we learn from the birth of Zerah and Perez? 4. How does Genesis 38:30 connect to the lineage of Jesus in Matthew 1? 5. What can this passage teach us about God's plans versus human intentions? 6. How can we apply the themes of redemption and grace from Genesis 38:30? 7. Why is the birth of Zerah and Perez significant in Genesis 38:30? 8. How does Genesis 38:30 relate to the lineage of Jesus? 9. What theological implications arise from the birth order in Genesis 38:30? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 38? 11. Who was Zerah in the Bible? 12. In Genesis 38:27-30, how do we reconcile the unusual birth story of Perez and Zerah with other scriptural and modern biological understandings of twins? 13. How does 1 Chronicles 2:3-4 align with Genesis 38 regarding Judah and Tamar's lineage, and does it create inconsistencies? 14. Who are the twins mentioned in the Bible? What Does Genesis 38:30 Mean Then his brother came outGenesis states that the second baby emerges after the struggle in the womb. Like Jacob following Esau (Genesis 25:24-26) and Ephraim overtaking Manasseh (Genesis 48:13-20), God once again overturns ordinary birth-order privilege (Romans 9:10-12). • Two sons are born to carry on Judah’s line (Numbers 26:20). • The surprising sequence shows the Lord, not circumstance, shapes covenant history. with the scarlet thread around his wrist The midwife had tied this thread to mark the child who thrust out his hand first (Genesis 38:28). Scarlet often signals identification and rescue—Rahab’s cord (Joshua 2:18-21), Passover blood on doorposts (Exodus 12:7, 13), the cleansing blood of Christ (Hebrews 9:14). • The thread stakes a human claim to first-born status, yet Perez, not Zerah, gains that place, illustrating how divine choice overrides human labels. • The color hints at future redemption woven through Judah’s line. and he was named Zerah “Zerah” means brightness or dawn, fitting for the one whose arm first broke through the womb. Names in Genesis memorialize God’s deeds (Genesis 5:29; 30:24). • Zerah’s clan later serves within Judah (1 Chronicles 2:6; 4:1-3). • A Zerahite, Achan, tragically misuses the covenant blessings (Joshua 7:1), reminding us that privilege carries responsibility. summary Genesis 38:30 highlights God’s sovereign freedom to upend expectations: though Zerah bore the scarlet sign of the first-born, Perez gained the honor. The thread underscores identification and redemption; the name “Zerah” celebrates new light in Judah’s heritage. Every detail fits God’s purposeful, reliable design. (30) Zarah.--Heb., the rising, especially of the sun. There is in the name an allusion to the red streak placed (upon the child's hand.Verse 30. - And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand: and hi, name was called Zarah - Splendor. |
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