Lexical Summary Hesróm: Hezron Original Word: Ἑσρώμ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Esrom. Of Hebrew origin (Chetsrown); Esrom (i.e. Chetsron), an Israelite -- Esrom. see HEBREW Chetsrown NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin Chetsron Definition Hezron, an Isr. NASB Translation Hezron (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2074: ΑσρωμΑσρωμ (or Ασρων in Luke Relz L text Tr marginal reading; WH Ἑσρώμ, see their Introductory § 408), ὁ, Esrom or Hezrom or Hesron, one of Christ's ancestors: Matthew 1:3; Luke 3:33. STRONGS NT 2074: Ασρων [Ασρων or Ασρων see the preceding word.] Topical Lexicon Old Testament Background Hezron first appears as a grandson of Judah: “The descendants of Perez were Hezron and Hamul” (Genesis 46:12). He belongs to the third generation of Jacob’s house that migrated to Egypt, and he fathered three notable sons—Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb (1 Chronicles 2:9). Through these lines, entire clans (“Hezronites,” Numbers 26:6) arose within the tribe of Judah, underscoring his role in shaping Judah’s tribal identity. Moreover, the family of Ram, descended from Hezron, became the royal line that produced David (Ruth 4:18–22). Place within Israel’s Tribal Structure The Hezronites formed one of the four chief Judahite divisions during the wilderness era (Numbers 26:5–12). By the time of the settlement in Canaan, the clan’s influence was reflected in territorial naming; a site on Judah’s southern border was called “Hezron” (Joshua 15:3). Thus, Hezron stands both as a progenitor and as a geographical marker of Judah’s inheritance. Appearance in the Gospel Genealogies Both evangelical writers, Matthew and Luke, record Hezron to certify Jesus’ legal and biological descent from Judah and ultimately from Abraham: • Matthew 1:3: “Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram.” Matthew traces the royal succession through Solomon, while Luke follows another Davidic branch through Nathan; yet the two lines converge at Hezron. His inclusion anchors both records to the patriarch Judah, fulfilling Genesis 49:10 and confirming that the Messiah springs from the promised tribe. Unified Testimony of Scripture The consistency between Torah genealogies (Genesis 46:12; Ruth 4:18–22) and the Gospel records bolsters the reliability of Scripture’s historical framework. Hezron’s quiet presence links the promises to Abraham and Judah with their realization in Jesus Christ, spanning nearly fifteen centuries of redemptive history without contradiction. Theological Significance 1. Covenant Continuity: Hezron represents God’s preservation of the seed line despite slavery in Egypt, wilderness wandering, and exile. Practical and Pastoral Reflections • Every believer, however obscure, has a role in God’s unfolding plan; Hezron is remembered solely for his place in a family tree, yet eternity records his faith‐heritage. Summary Hezron (Greek Ἑσρώμ, Strong’s 2074) is more than a historical footnote; he serves as a vital connective link in the covenant lineage from Judah to Christ. His three brief New Testament mentions testify to God’s faithfulness across generations, the accuracy of inspired genealogies, and the gracious inclusion of ordinary people in the extraordinary account of redemption. Forms and Transliterations Εσρωμ Ἑσρώμ Ἑσρὼμ Esrom Esrōm Hesrom Hesrōm Hesrṓm HesrṑmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 1:3 NGRK: ἐγέννησεν τὸν Ἑσρώμ Ἑσρὼμ δὲ NAS: was the father of Hezron, and Hezron KJV: Phares begat Esrom; and Esrom INT: was father of Hezron Hezron moreover Matthew 1:3 N Luke 3:33 N |
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