Two sons were born to Eber: One was named Peleg, because in his days the earth was divided, and his brother was named Joktan. Two sons were born to EberThis phrase introduces us to the lineage of Eber, a significant figure in the genealogical records of Genesis. Eber is often associated with the origin of the term "Hebrew," which is used to describe the descendants of Abraham. The Hebrew root of Eber, "עבר" (ʿeber), means "to cross over" or "beyond," symbolizing a transition or a crossing over into a new phase of human history. Eber's lineage is crucial as it connects to the broader narrative of God's unfolding plan for humanity, particularly through the line of Shem, from whom the Israelites descend. One was named Peleg
The name "Peleg" is derived from the Hebrew root "פלג" (palag), meaning "to divide" or "to split." This name is significant because it marks a pivotal moment in biblical history. Peleg's birth is associated with a division, which many conservative scholars interpret as the division of languages at the Tower of Babel, as described in Genesis 11. This division led to the scattering of peoples across the earth, fulfilling God's command to "fill the earth" (Genesis 9:1). Peleg's name serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and the unfolding of His divine plan, even amidst human rebellion. because in his days the earth was divided
This phrase provides a historical context for Peleg's name. The "division" of the earth is often understood as the dispersion of nations and languages at Babel. This event is a testament to God's intervention in human affairs, ensuring that His purposes are accomplished despite human pride and ambition. The division also highlights the diversity of cultures and languages that emerged, which are part of God's creative design. It serves as a reminder of the unity and diversity within God's creation, pointing forward to the ultimate unity in Christ, where every tribe and tongue will worship together (Revelation 7:9). and his brother was named Joktan
Joktan, Peleg's brother, is another significant figure in the genealogical record. The name "Joktan" comes from the Hebrew root "קטן" (qatan), meaning "small" or "insignificant." Despite the meaning of his name, Joktan's descendants are numerous and spread across various regions, as detailed in the following verses. This highlights a recurring biblical theme: God often uses what seems small or insignificant to accomplish His greater purposes. Joktan's lineage, like Peleg's, plays a role in the unfolding narrative of God's plan for humanity, demonstrating that every person and nation has a place in God's story. Persons / Places / Events 1. EberA descendant of Shem, Eber is an important figure as he is considered the ancestor of the Hebrews. His lineage is significant in the biblical account, linking to the Semitic peoples. 2. PelegThe son of Eber, Peleg's name means "division" in Hebrew. His time is marked by a significant event where "the earth was divided," which has been interpreted in various ways, including the division of languages at Babel. 3. JoktanThe brother of Peleg, Joktan is also a son of Eber. He is the ancestor of several tribes in the Arabian Peninsula, as listed in the genealogies that follow. 4. The Division of the EarthThis event is a key point in Genesis, often associated with the Tower of Babel incident, where God confused the languages of humanity, leading to the scattering of people across the earth. Teaching Points Understanding God's SovereigntyThe division of the earth during Peleg's time reminds us of God's control over human history. Despite human plans, God's purposes prevail. The Importance of GenealogyThe genealogies in Genesis highlight the continuity of God's plan through specific lineages, pointing to the coming of Christ. Unity and DivisionWhile division occurred in Peleg's time, the New Testament calls believers to unity in Christ, transcending language and cultural barriers. The Significance of NamesIn the Bible, names often carry prophetic or significant meanings. Peleg's name reflects a pivotal moment in history, reminding us of the power of God's word. Trust in God's PlanEven in times of division or confusion, believers are called to trust in God's overarching plan for humanity. Bible Study Questions 1. What does the division of the earth during Peleg's time teach us about God's intervention in human affairs? 2. How does the genealogy from Eber to Peleg and Joktan connect to the broader account of the Bible, particularly in the lineage of Jesus? 3. In what ways can the division of languages at Babel be seen as both a judgment and a mercy from God? 4. How can understanding the significance of biblical names enhance our study of Scripture and its application to our lives? 5. What lessons can we learn from the division in Peleg's time that apply to maintaining unity within the body of Christ today? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 11:1-9This passage describes the Tower of Babel, where God confounded human language, leading to the division of people. This event is often linked to the "division" mentioned in Peleg's time. 1 Chronicles 1:19This verse reiterates the genealogy of Eber, Peleg, and Joktan, emphasizing the division during Peleg's time. Luke 3:35In the genealogy of Jesus, Peleg is mentioned, highlighting the importance of his lineage in the biblical account. People Abimael, Almodad, Amorites, Anamim, Anamites, Aram, Arkite, Arkites, Arphaxad, Arvadite, Ashkenaz, Ashur, Canaanites, Caphtorim, Caphtorites, Casluhim, Casluhites, Dedan, Diklah, Dodanim, Eber, Elam, Elishah, Gether, Girgashite, Girgashites, Girgasite, Gomer, Hadoram, Ham, Hamathite, Hamathites, Havilah, Hazarmaveth, Heth, Hittites, Hivite, Hivites, Hul, Japheth, Javan, Jerah, Jobab, Joktan, Kittim, Lehabim, Lehabites, Lud, Ludim, Ludites, Madai, Magog, Mash, Mesha, Meshech, Mizraim, Naphtuhim, Naphtuhites, Nimrod, Noah, Obal, Ophir, Pathrusim, Peleg, Phut, Riphath, Sabtah, Sabtecha, Sabtechah, Salah, Seba, Shelah, Sheleph, Shem, Sinite, Sinites, Tarshish, Tiras, Togarmah, Tubal, Uzal, Zemarite, Zemarites, ZidonPlaces Accad, Admah, Assyria, Babel, Calah, Calneh, Canaan, Erech, Gaza, Gerar, Gomorrah, Lasha, Mesha, Nineveh, Rehoboth-Ir, Resen, Sephar, Shinar, Sidon, Sodom, Tigris-Euphrates Region, ZeboiimTopics Born, Brother, Brother's, Divided, Eber, Joktan, Named, Peleg, Peoples, Separate, SonsDictionary of Bible Themes Genesis 10:25 5044 names, giving of Genesis 10:1-32 7230 genealogies Library Ancient Chaldaea
The Creation, the Deluge, the history of the gods--The country, its cities its inhabitants, its early dynasties. [Illustration: 002a.jpg] "In the time when nothing which was called heaven existed above, and when nothing below had as yet received the name of earth,* Apsu, the Ocean, who first was their father, and Chaos-Tiamat, who gave birth to them all, mingled their waters in one, reeds which were not united, rushes which bore no fruit."** Life germinated slowly in this inert mass, in which the …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 3Moses and his Writings
[Illustration: (drop cap W) Clay letter tablet of Moses' time.] We now begin to understand a little of the very beginning of God's Book--of the times in which it was written, the materials used by its first author, and the different kinds of writing from which he had to choose; but we must go a step farther. How much did Moses know about the history of his forefathers, Abraham and Jacob, and of all the old nations and kings mentioned in Genesis, before God called him to the great work of writing …
Mildred Duff—The Bible in its Making Healing a Phoenician Woman's Daughter.
(Region of Tyre and Sidon.) ^A Matt. XV. 22-28; ^B Mark VII. 24-30. ^b And he entered into a house, and would have no man know it [Jesus sought concealment for the purposes noted in the last section. He also, no doubt, desired an opportunity to impact private instruction to the twelve]; and he could not be hid. [The fame of Jesus had spread far and wide, and he and his disciples were too well known to escape the notice of any who had seen them or heard them described.] 25 But { ^a 22 And} behold, …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel The Sea of Sodom
The bounds of Judea, on both sides, are the sea; the western bound is the Mediterranean,--the eastern, the Dead sea, or the sea of Sodom. This the Jewish writers every where call, which you may not so properly interpret here, "the salt sea," as "the bituminous sea." In which sense word for word, "Sodom's salt," but properly "Sodom's bitumen," doth very frequently occur among them. The use of it was in the holy incense. They mingled 'bitumen,' 'the amber of Jordan,' and [an herb known to few], with …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica Syria at the Beginning of the Egyptian Conquest
SYRIA AT THE BEGINNING OF THE EGYPTIAN CONQUEST NINEVEH AND THE FIRST COSSAEAN KINGS-THE PEOPLES OF SYRIA, THEIR TOWNS, THEIR CIVILIZATION, THEIR RELIGION-PHOENICIA. The dynasty of Uruazagga-The Cossseans: their country, their gods, their conquest of Chaldaea-The first sovereigns of Assyria, and the first Cossaean Icings: Agumhakrime. The Egyptian names for Syria: Khara, Zahi, Lotanu, Kefatiu-The military highway from the Nile to the Euphrates: first section from Zalu to Gaza-The Canaanites: …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 4 The Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria
Assur-nazir-pal (885-860) and Shalmaneser III. (860-825)--The kingdom of Urartu and its conquering princes: Menuas and Argistis. Assyria was the first to reappear on the scene of action. Less hampered by an ancient past than Egypt and Chaldaea, she was the sooner able to recover her strength after any disastrous crisis, and to assume again the offensive along the whole of her frontier line. Image Drawn by Faucher-Gudin, from a bas-relief at Koyunjik of the time of Sennacherib. The initial cut, …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7 The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt
Syria: the part played by it in the ancient world--Babylon and the first Chaldaean empire--The dominion of the Hyksos: Ahmosis. Some countries seem destined from their origin to become the battle-fields of the contending nations which environ them. Into such regions, and to their cost, neighbouring peoples come from century to century to settle their quarrels and bring to an issue the questions of supremacy which disturb their little corner of the world. The nations around are eager for the possession …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 4 The Pioneer's Influence Upon a Nation's Ideals.
ABRAHAM, THE TRADITIONAL FATHER OF HIS RACE.--Gen. 12:1-8; 13:1-13; 16; 18, 19; 21:7; 22:1-19. Parallel Readings. Hist. Bible I, 73-94. Prin of Pol., 160-175. Jehovah said to Abraham, Go forth from thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, to the land that I will show thee, that I may make of thee a great nation; and I will surely bless thee, and make thy name great, so that thou shalt be a blessing, I will also bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will …
Charles Foster Kent—The Making of a Nation The Interpretation of the Early Narratives of the Old Testament
[Sidenote: Importance of regarding each story as a unit] Of all the different groups of writings in the Old Testament, undoubtedly the early narratives found in the first seven books present the most perplexing problems. This is primarily due to the fact that they have been subject to a long process of editorial revision by which stories, some very old and others very late and written from a very different point of view, have been closely joined together. While there is a distinct aim and unity …
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament Sargon of Assyria (722-705 B. C. )
SARGON AS A WARRIOR AND AS A BUILDER. The origin of Sargon II.: the revolt of Babylon, Merodach-baladan and Elam--The kingdom of Elam from the time of the first Babylonian empire; the conquest's of Shutruh-nalkunta I.; the princes of Malamir--The first encounter of Assyria and Elam, the battle of Durilu (721 B.C.)--Revolt of Syria, Iaubidi of Hamath and Hannon of Gaza--Bocchoris and the XXIVth Egyptian dynasty; the first encounter of Assyria with Egypt, the battle of Raphia (720 B.C.). Urartu …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 7 Genealogy According to Luke.
^C Luke III. 23-38. ^c 23 And Jesus himself [Luke has been speaking about John the Baptist, he now turns to speak of Jesus himself], when he began to teach, was about thirty years of age [the age when a Levite entered upon God's service--Num. iv. 46, 47], being the son (as was supposed) of Joseph, the son [this may mean that Jesus was grandson of Heli, or that Joseph was counted as a son of Heli because he was his son-in-law] of Heli, 24 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel The Blessings of Noah Upon Shem and Japheth. (Gen. Ix. 18-27. )
Ver. 20. "And Noah began and became an husbandman, and planted vineyards."--This does not imply that Noah was the first who began to till the ground, and, more especially, to cultivate the vine; for Cain, too, was a tiller of the ground, Gen. iv. 2. The sense rather is, that Noah, after the flood, again took up this calling. Moreover, the remark has not an independent import; it serves only to prepare the way for the communication of the subsequent account of Noah's drunkenness. By this remark, …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament Influences that Gave Rise to the Priestly Laws and Histories
[Sidenote: Influences in the exile that produced written ceremonial laws] The Babylonian exile gave a great opportunity and incentive to the further development of written law. While the temple stood, the ceremonial rites and customs received constant illustration, and were transmitted directly from father to son in the priestly families. Hence, there was little need of writing them down. But when most of the priests were carried captive to Babylonia, as in 597 B.C., and ten years later the temple …
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament The Book of the First Generations of Man, and the Glory of the Cainites.
I. THE BOOK OF THE FIRST GENERATIONS OF MAN, AND THE GLORY OF THE CAINITES. A. THE BOOK OF THE FIRST GENERATIONS OF MAN. 1. The reasons why Moses records the generations of Adam 1. 2. Why he so particularly gives the years, and in the case of each patriarch adds "and he died" 1-2. 3. Why Enoch is placed in the records of the dead 3-4. * Was Enoch a sinner, and do sinners have hope of eternal life 4. * Of death. a. How we are to comfort ourselves against death 5. b. How reason views death, and how …
Martin Luther—Commentary on Genesis, Vol. II Genesis
The Old Testament opens very impressively. In measured and dignified language it introduces the story of Israel's origin and settlement upon the land of Canaan (Gen.--Josh.) by the story of creation, i.-ii. 4a, and thus suggests, at the very beginning, the far-reaching purpose and the world-wide significance of the people and religion of Israel. The narrative has not travelled far till it becomes apparent that its dominant interests are to be religious and moral; for, after a pictorial sketch of …
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