What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 2:50? These were the descendants of Caleb “Caleb son of Hezron had sons: his firstborn was Jerahmeel, then Ram, and later Chelubai.” (1 Chronicles 2:18) • The chronicler pauses the wider Judahite genealogy to spotlight Caleb, the faithful spy whose wholehearted devotion secured him Hebron (Numbers 14:24; Joshua 14:6-15). • Tracing Caleb’s line reminds readers that God keeps covenant promises through generations (Deuteronomy 7:9). • The phrase “descendants” invites us to see ourselves as part of a long story in which obedience today blesses tomorrow (Psalm 112:1-2). The sons of Hur the firstborn of Ephrathah “The sons of Hur the firstborn of Ephrathah:” (1 Chronicles 2:50a) • Hur is Caleb’s grandson through his wife Ephrathah (1 Chronicles 2:19). Hur’s placement as “firstborn” underscores primacy and inheritance (Exodus 13:2). • Ephrathah is tied to Bethlehem (Ruth 4:11; Micah 5:2). By anchoring Hur to her, the text quietly prepares us for Bethlehem’s later messianic importance. • God weaves significant future scenes (David’s birth, Christ’s incarnation) into these seemingly simple family details (Matthew 2:5-6). Shobal the father of Kiriath-jearim “Shobal the father of Kiriath-jearim,” (1 Chronicles 2:50b) • Shobal, one of Hur’s sons, founded the town known for housing the ark before it was moved to Jerusalem (1 Samuel 7:1-2; 2 Samuel 6:2). • His role as “father” highlights how individuals can shape entire communities for generations (Proverbs 22:6). • The ark’s stay in Kiriath-jearim shows God’s presence resting among ordinary people, foreshadowing Christ dwelling among us (John 1:14). summary 1 Chronicles 2:50 links Caleb’s faith-filled legacy to Hur, Ephrathah, Shobal, and the town of Kiriath-jearim. Each name and place testifies that God plants future blessing in present obedience, threads messianic hope through family lines, and situates His presence within everyday communities. |
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