1 Chronicles 4:6
Naarah bore to him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the descendants of Naarah.
Naarah bore to him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari.

Naarah, whose name means “young girl” or “maiden,” was one of the wives of Ashhur, the father of Tekoa, a leading family within Judah. Her sons formed a distinct branch of Ashhur’s household alongside the children born to Helah. Their inclusion preserves the family’s place within the tribe of Judah and shows that God’s covenant purposes advanced through ordinary households as well as through prominent kings and prophets.

Num 26:32-33 the Shemidaite clan from Shemida, and the Hepherite clan…
1Ch 2:48-49 Caleb’s concubine Maacah was the mother of…
1Ch 2:18-19 Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah…

These were the descendants of Naarah.

The record identifies these men as a recognized family line within Judah. Such genealogies strengthened Israel’s tribal identity, especially for later generations returning from exile and seeking to reestablish their inheritance in the land. The descendants of Naarah belonged to the tribe through which David came and through which the Messiah would ultimately be born, testifying to God’s faithful preservation of His people and His promises.

1Ch 2:50-53 These were the descendants of Caleb. The sons of Hur…
Gen 25:12-16 This is the account of Abraham’s son Ishmael…
Gen 36:40-43 These are the names of Esau’s chiefs…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Naarah
A wife of Ashhur, the father of Tekoa. Her name means "young girl" or "maiden" in Hebrew.

2. Ahuzzam
One of the sons of Naarah. His name means "possession" or "seized."

3. Hepher
Another son of Naarah. His name means "a well" or "a pit."

4. Temeni
A son of Naarah. His name is derived from "right hand" or "south."

5. Haahashtari
The last son of Naarah mentioned in this verse. His name is less clear in meaning but may relate to "inquiry" or "search."
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to His promises. They remind us of our spiritual heritage and the continuity of God's plan through generations.

Significance of Names
In Hebrew culture, names often reflect character or destiny. Understanding the meanings of biblical names can provide deeper insight into the text and God's purposes.

God's Faithfulness Across Generations
The listing of descendants underscores God's faithfulness to His people through time. It encourages us to trust in His promises for our families and future generations.

The Role of Women in Biblical Narratives
Naarah's mention highlights the often-overlooked role of women in biblical genealogies, reminding us of their integral part in God's redemptive history.

Legacy and Influence
Our lives impact future generations. Like the descendants of Naarah, we are called to leave a legacy of faith and obedience to God.
Bible Study Questions
1. What can we learn from the genealogies in 1 Chronicles about God's faithfulness to His people?

2. How do the meanings of the names in this verse enhance our understanding of the text?

3. In what ways can we see God's promises fulfilled through the generations listed in the Bible?

4. How does the inclusion of women like Naarah in genealogies challenge or affirm your understanding of their role in biblical history?

5. What steps can you take to ensure that your faith and values are passed down to future generations?
Connections to Other Scriptures
1 Chronicles 2:24
This verse provides context for Ashhur, the father of Tekoa, and his family lineage, connecting the genealogies and showing the broader family tree.

Genesis 46:21
Lists the descendants of Benjamin, which includes names similar to those in 1 Chronicles, highlighting the importance of genealogies in understanding Israel's history.

Numbers 26:33
Discusses the daughters of Zelophehad, emphasizing the significance of family lineage and inheritance in Israelite culture.
Survey of the GenealogyJames Wolfendale.1 Chronicles 4:1-43
On the Genealogical TablesR. Glover 1 Chronicles 1-6
GenealogiesJ.R. Thomson 1 Chronicles 1-9
People
Adiel, Aharhel, Ahumai, Ahuzam, Allon, Amalek, Amalekites, Amaziah, Amnon, Anub, Asaiah, Asareel, Ashur, Asiel, Ben, Benaiah, Benhanan, Benzoheth, Bethrapha, Bethuel, Bilhah, Bithiah, Caleb, Carmi, Chelub, Coz, David, Elah, Elioenai, Epher, Ephratah, Ephrath, Er, Eshtemoa, Eshton, Ethnan, Ezer, Ezra, Garmite, Gedor, Haahashtari, Hakkoz, Ham, Hamites, Hamuel, Hanan, Harum, Hathath, Hazelelponi, Heber, Helah, Hepher, Hezekiah, Hezron, Hodiah, Hodijah, Hur, Idbash, Iru, Ishbah, Ishi, Ishma, Izhar, Jaakobah, Jabez, Jahath, Jalon, Jamin, Jamlech, Jarib, Jedaiah, Jehaleleel, Jehu, Jekuthiel, Jephunneh, Jered, Jeshohaiah, Jesimiel, Jether, Jezoar, Jezreel, Joab, Joash, Joel, Jokim, Joshah, Josibiah, Kenaz, Koz, Laadah, Lahad, Mehir, Meonothai, Mered, Meshobab, Meunim, Meunites, Mibsam, Miriam, Mishma, Naam, Naarah, Naham, Nahash, Neariah, Nemuel, Ophrah, Othniel, Paseah, Pelatiah, Penuel, Perez, Pharaoh, Pharez, Rapha, Reaiah, Rechah, Rephaiah, Rinnah, Saraph, Saul, Seir, Seraiah, Shallum, Shammai, Shaul, Shelah, Shemaiah, Shimei, Shimon, Shimri, Shiphi, Shobal, Shuah, Shual, Simeon, Simeonites, Tehinnah, Temeni, Tilon, Tiria, Uzziel, Zacchur, Zaccur, Zerah, Zereth, Ziphah, Ziza, Zobebah, Zohar, Zoheth, Zorathites, Zoreathites
Places
Ain, Ashan, Baal, Beersheba, Beth-biri, Beth-marcaboth, Bethuel, Bilhah, Cozeba, Etam, Ezem, Gederah, Gedor, Hazar-shual, Hazar-susim, Hormah, Jerusalem, Lehem, Moab, Moladah, Mount Seir, Netaim, Recah, Rimmon, Shaaraim, Tochen, Tolad, Ziklag
Topics
Ahashtari, Ahuzam, Ahuzzam, Ahuz'zam, Bare, Beareth, Bore, Descendants, Haahashtari, Ha-ahash'tari, Hepher, Naarah, Na'arah, Sons, Temeni, Te'meni, Timeni
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Chronicles 4:5

     5732   polygamy

Library
The Ark among the Flags
'And there went a man of the house of Levi, and took to wife a daughter of Levi. 2. And the woman conceived, and bare a son: and when she saw him that he was a goodly child, she hid him three months. 3. And when she could not longer hide him, she took for him an ark of bulrushes, and daubed it with slime and with pitch, and put the child therein; and she laid it in the flags by the river's brink. 4. And his sister stood afar off, to wit what would be done to him. 5. And the daughter of Pharaoh came
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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