1 Chronicles Chapter 4

1 Chronicles 4 Summary: Meaning, Themes & Reflection

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1. The descendants of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal. 2. Reaiah son of Shobal was the father of Jahath, and Jahath was the father of Ahumai and Lahad. These were the clans of the Zorathites. 3. These were the sons of Etam: Jezreel, Ishma, and Idbash. And their sister was named Hazzelelponi. 4. Penuel was the father of Gedor, and Ezer was the father of Hushah. These were the descendants of Hur, the firstborn of Ephrathah and the father of Bethlehem. 5. Ashhur the father of Tekoa had two wives, Helah and Naarah. 6. Naarah bore to him Ahuzzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the descendants of Naarah. 7. The sons of Helah were Zereth, Zohar, Ethnan, 8. and Koz, who was the father of Anub and Zobebah and of the clans of Aharhel son of Harum. 9. Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers. His mother had named him Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.” 10. And Jabez called out to the God of Israel, “If only You would bless me and enlarge my territory! May Your hand be with me and keep me from harm, so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted the request of Jabez. 11. Chelub the brother of Shuhah was the father of Mehir, who was the father of Eshton. 12. Eshton was the father of Beth-rapha, of Paseah, and of Tehinnah the father of Ir-nahash. These were the men of Recah. 13. The sons of Kenaz: Othniel and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath and Meonothai. 14. Meonothai was the father of Ophrah, and Seraiah was the father of Joab, the father of those living in Ge-harashim, which was given this name because its people were craftsmen. 15. The sons of Caleb son of Jephunneh: Iru, Elah, and Naam. The son of Elah: Kenaz. 16. The sons of Jehallelel: Ziph, Ziphah, Tiria, and Asarel. 17. The sons of Ezrah: Jether, Mered, Epher, and Jalon. 18. And Mered’s wife Bithiah gave birth to Miriam, Shammai, and Ishbah the father of Eshtemoa. These were the children of Pharaoh’s daughter Bithiah. Mered also took a Judean wife, who gave birth to Jered the father of Gedor, Heber the father of Soco, and Jekuthiel the father of Zanoah. 19. The sons of Hodiah’s wife, the sister of Naham, were the fathers of Keilah the Garmite and of Eshtemoa the Maacathite. 20. The sons of Shimon: Amnon, Rinnah, Ben-hanan, and Tilon. The descendants of Ishi: Zoheth and Ben-zoheth. 21. The sons of Shelah son of Judah: 22. Er the father of Lecah, Laadah the father of Mareshah and the clans of the linen workers at Beth-ashbea, Jokim, the men of Cozeba, and Joash and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and Jashubi-lehem. (These names are from ancient records.) 23. These were the potters who lived at Netaim and Gederah. They lived there in the service of the king. 24. The descendants of Simeon: Nemuel, Jamin, Jarib, Zerah, and Shaul. 25. The sons of Shaul: Shallum, Mibsam, and Mishma. 26. The sons of Mishma: Hammuel, Zaccur, and Shimei. 27. Shimei had sixteen sons and six daughters, but his brothers did not have many children, so their whole clan did not become as numerous as the sons of Judah. 28. They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, 29. Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, 30. Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, 31. Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David. 32. And their villages were Etam, Ain, Rimmon, Tochen, and Ashan—five towns— 33. and all their surrounding villages as far as Baal. These were their settlements, and they kept a genealogical record: 34. Meshobab, Jamlech, Joshah son of Amaziah, 35. Joel, Jehu son of Joshibiah (son of Seraiah, son of Asiel), 36. Elioenai, Jaakobah, Jeshohaiah, Asaiah, Adiel, Jesimiel, Benaiah, 37. and Ziza son of Shiphi (son of Allon, son of Jedaiah, son of Shimri, son of Shemaiah). 38. These men listed by name were the leaders of their clans. Their families increased greatly, 39. and they journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, in search of pasture for their flocks. 40. There they found rich, good pasture, and the land was spacious, peaceful, and quiet; for some Hamites had lived there formerly. 41. These who were noted by name came in the days of Hezekiah king of Judah. They attacked the Hamites and Meunites there in their dwellings, devoting them to destruction even to this day. Then they settled in their place, because there was pasture for their flocks. 42. And five hundred of these Simeonites led by Pelatiah, Neariah, Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi, went to Mount Seir 43. and struck down the remnant of the Amalekites who had escaped. And they have lived there to this day.

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Key Themes and Application

Background

This chapter of Scripture reveals important truths about God's character and His relationship with His people. The 43 Bible verses in this passage offer wisdom that applies to our daily lives.

Main Message

This passage contains timeless wisdom that speaks to believers across generations.

Life Application

  • Read these verses slowly and prayerfully, asking God to speak to you
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  • Journal about what God is teaching you through this Scripture
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  • What stands out to you most in these 43 Bible verses?
  • How does this passage challenge or encourage you today?
  • What is God inviting you to do or believe through this Scripture?
  • Who in your life needs to hear the message of these verses?

About These 43 Bible Verses

Reading the Bible is more than just checking off a task on your list. When you open these 43 Bible verses from 1 Chronicles, you are entering into a conversation with God that has spanned thousands of years.

This chapter of Scripture invites you to slow down and listen. The words on these pages have comforted, challenged, and guided countless believers throughout history. As you read this passage, remember that God speaks through His Word to meet you right where you are.

Many people find it helpful to read these verses multiple times. First, read to understand the overall message. Then read again to notice specific words or phrases that stand out. Finally, read once more asking God to show you how this Scripture applies to your life today.

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These 43 Bible verses offer wisdom for your journey. As you meditate on this passage, God uses His Word to shape your character, deepen your faith, and guide your decisions.

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This chapter provides rich material for discussion. Reading these Bible verses with others allows you to gain new perspectives and encourage one another in faith.

For Teaching and Preaching

Pastors and teachers find in this passage timeless truths to share. The themes in these verses speak to people of all ages and backgrounds.

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Let these words become your prayer. As you read, turn the verses into conversations with God, thanking Him for His promises and seeking His guidance.

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