What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 2:37? Zabad was the father of Ephlal • 1 Chronicles 2 places Zabad in the line of Judah through Jerahmeel, reminding us that every branch of the tribe was carefully preserved “so all Israel was enrolled in the genealogies” (1 Chron 9:1). • Even a single sentence—“Zabad was the father of Ephlal”—shows God’s interest in individual households. Malachi 3:16 speaks of a “book of remembrance”; this brief note proves God really does write names down. • The father–son link highlights a father’s duty to pass on faith (Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Psalm 78:4-6). Scripture records fathers who succeeded (e.g., Jesse, 1 Samuel 16:1) and those who failed (e.g., Eli, 1 Samuel 3:13), urging every parent to intentional discipleship. • By tracing Judah’s lesser-known descendants, the Chronicler underlines Genesis 49:10—the scepter promise to Judah—showing that the royal line was not an isolated thread but woven through many families. Ephlal was the father of Obed • This Obed is not the famous son of Ruth, yet his name (“servant” or “worshiper”) echoes the calling on every generation: “Serve the LORD with gladness” (Psalm 100:2). • Genealogies move the story forward. Just as Ephlal handed life to Obed, so each generation hands the covenant forward (2 Timothy 2:2; Joel 1:3). • Obed later fathers Jehu and Azariah (1 Chron 2:38), showing that hidden faithfulness today can yield leaders tomorrow. Think of Ruth’s Obed leading to David (Ruth 4:17) and ultimately to Christ (Matthew 1:5-6); the pattern repeats. • Luke 3:23-38 lists many unfamiliar names between David and Jesus, proving that salvation history depends on ordinary believers as much as on celebrated heroes. summary 1 Chronicles 2:37 may appear to be a simple record, yet it underscores God’s meticulous care for every family line, the responsibility of parents to pass on faith, and the way seemingly obscure people become essential links in the unfolding promise that began with Judah and culminated in Christ. |
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