Genesis 46:9
New International Version
The sons of Reuben: Hanok, Pallu, Hezron and Karmi.

New Living Translation
The sons of Reuben were Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

English Standard Version
and the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Berean Standard Bible
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

King James Bible
And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

New King James Version
The sons of Reuben were Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

New American Standard Bible
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

NASB 1995
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Christian Standard Bible
Reuben’s sons: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Reuben’s sons: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The sons of [Reuben]were Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Good News Translation
and Reuben's sons: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

International Standard Version
Reuben's sons Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi;

Majority Standard Bible
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

NET Bible
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

New Heart English Bible
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

World English Bible
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And sons of Reuben: Enoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Phallu and Hezron and Carmi.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The sons of Ruben: Henoch and Phallu, and Hesron and Charmi.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu, and Hezron and Carmi.

New American Bible
and the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

New Revised Standard Version
and the children of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The sons of Rubil: Khenook and Palu and Khetsroon and Karmi.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Ruben; Enoch, and Phallus, Asron, and Charmi.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Those who Went to Egypt: The Children of Leah
8Now these are the names of the sons of Israel (Jacob and his descendants) who went to Egypt: Reuben, Jacob’s firstborn. 9The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi. 10The sons of Simeon: Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul the son of a Canaanite woman.…

Cross References
Exodus 6:14-16
These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel, were Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi. These were the clans of Reuben. / The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon. / These were the names of the sons of Levi according to their records: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. Levi lived 137 years.

Numbers 26:5-7
Reuben was the firstborn of Israel. These were the descendants of Reuben: The Hanochite clan from Hanoch, the Palluite clan from Pallu, / the Hezronite clan from Hezron, and the Carmite clan from Carmi. / These were the clans of Reuben, and their registration numbered 43,730.

1 Chronicles 5:1-3
These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright. / And though Judah prevailed over his brothers and a ruler came from him, the birthright belonged to Joseph. / The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Genesis 29:32
And Leah conceived and gave birth to a son, and she named him Reuben, for she said, “The LORD has seen my affliction. Surely my husband will love me now.”

Genesis 35:23
The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun.

Genesis 49:3-4
Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power. / Uncontrolled as the waters, you will no longer excel, because you went up to your father’s bed, onto my couch, and defiled it.

Deuteronomy 33:6
Let Reuben live and not die, nor his men be few.”

1 Chronicles 2:1-2
These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, / Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher.

Genesis 37:21-22
When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands. “Let us not take his life,” he said. / “Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father.

Genesis 42:22
And Reuben responded, “Didn’t I tell you not to sin against the boy? But you would not listen. Now we must account for his blood!”

Genesis 44:18
Then Judah approached Joseph and said, “Sir, please let your servant speak personally to my lord. Do not be angry with your servant, for you are equal to Pharaoh himself.

Matthew 1:2
Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.

Luke 3:33-34
the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, / the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor,

Hebrews 7:14
For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.

Revelation 7:5
From the tribe of Judah 12,000 were sealed, from the tribe of Reuben 12,000, from the tribe of Gad 12,000,


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And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.

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Genesis 46
1. Jacob is comforted by God at Beersheba.
5. Thence he with his company goes into Egypt.
8. The number of his family that went into Egypt.
28. Joseph meets Jacob.
31. He instructs his brothers how to answer Pharaoh.














The sons of Reuben:
Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, making him the eldest of the twelve tribes of Israel. His birthright was significant, but he lost it due to his indiscretion with Bilhah, his father's concubine (Genesis 35:22). This act had long-lasting implications for his descendants, as the birthright was transferred to Joseph (1 Chronicles 5:1-2). Reuben's tribe settled on the east side of the Jordan River, in the region of Gilead, which was known for its pastoral lands.

Hanoch,
Hanoch is the first son of Reuben listed here. The name Hanoch means "dedicated" or "initiated." This name is also found in other parts of the Bible, such as in the genealogy of Cain (Genesis 4:17). The repetition of names across different genealogies highlights the common practice of naming children after ancestors or notable figures, reflecting cultural continuity and familial honor.

Pallu,
Pallu is the second son of Reuben. His name means "distinguished" or "separated." The descendants of Pallu, known as the Palluites, are mentioned in Numbers 26:5. This indicates the establishment of family clans within the tribe of Reuben, which was a common practice for organizing and maintaining tribal identity and inheritance.

Hezron,
Hezron is the third son of Reuben. His name means "enclosed" or "surrounded by a wall." Hezron is also a significant name in the lineage of Judah, as another Hezron is an ancestor of King David (Ruth 4:18-22). This highlights the interconnectedness of the tribes of Israel and the importance of genealogies in tracing the fulfillment of God's promises, particularly the Messianic line.

and Carmi.
Carmi is the fourth son of Reuben. His name means "vineyard" or "garden." The mention of Carmi and his descendants, the Carmites, in Numbers 26:6, further emphasizes the structure of tribal and familial divisions within Israel. The agricultural connotation of his name reflects the agrarian society of ancient Israel, where names often had meanings related to nature and livelihood.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Reuben
The firstborn son of Jacob and Leah. Reuben's actions and decisions throughout Genesis have significant implications for his family and descendants.

2. Hanoch
The first son of Reuben. His name means "dedicated" or "initiated" in Hebrew, indicating a possible role or expectation within the family lineage.

3. Pallu
The second son of Reuben. His name means "distinguished" or "separated," which may reflect his family's status or aspirations.

4. Hezron
The third son of Reuben. His name means "enclosed" or "surrounded by a wall," possibly symbolizing protection or strength.

5. Carmi
The fourth son of Reuben. His name means "vineyard" or "garden," suggesting fruitfulness or growth.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Legacy
Reuben's sons represent the continuation of his lineage. Our actions and decisions can have lasting impacts on future generations.

Names and Identity
The meanings of the names of Reuben's sons reflect characteristics or hopes. Consider how names and identities shape our understanding of ourselves and our roles.

Consequences of Actions
Reuben's account reminds us that our choices can affect not only our lives but also the lives of those who come after us. It's crucial to live with integrity and foresight.

God's Faithfulness
Despite human failings, God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob continue through their descendants. Trust in God's faithfulness even when circumstances seem challenging.

Family Dynamics
The relationships and roles within Jacob's family illustrate the complexities of family life. Seek wisdom and grace in navigating family relationships.(9) Reuben has four sons: Hanoch, Phallu, Hezron, Carmi. In these the genealogies all agree.

Verse 9. - And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, - "Initiated or Dedicated;" the name also of Cain's firstborn (Genesis 4:17), and of the son of Jared (Genesis 5:19) - and Phallu, - "Distingushed" (Gesenius) - and Hezron, - "Enclosed" (Gesenius), "Of the Court or Village" (Murphy), "Blooming One" (Furst) - and Carmi, - "Vine-dresser" (Gesenius, Murphy), "Noble One" (Furst).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The sons
וּבְנֵ֖י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Reuben:
רְאוּבֵ֑ן (rə·’ū·ḇên)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7205: Reuben -- 'behold a son!' oldest son of Jacob, also his desc

Hanoch,
חֲנ֥וֹךְ (ḥă·nō·wḵ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2585: Enoch -- four Israelites, sons of Cain, Jered, Midian and Reuben

Pallu,
וּפַלּ֖וּא (ū·p̄al·lū)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6396: Pallu -- a son of Reuben

Hezron,
וְחֶצְר֥וֹן (wə·ḥeṣ·rō·wn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2696: Hezron -- two Israelites, also two places in Judah

and Carmi.
וְכַרְמִֽי׃ (wə·ḵar·mî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3756: Carmi -- two Israelites


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