1 Chronicles 4:14
New International Version
Meonothai was the father of Ophrah. Seraiah was the father of Joab, the father of Ge Harashim. It was called this because its people were skilled workers.

New Living Translation
Meonothai was the father of Ophrah. Seraiah was the father of Joab, the founder of the Valley of Craftsmen, so called because they were craftsmen.

English Standard Version
Meonothai fathered Ophrah; and Seraiah fathered Joab, the father of Ge-harashim, so-called because they were craftsmen.

Berean Standard Bible
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.

King James Bible
And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab, the father of the valley of Charashim; for they were craftsmen.

New King James Version
and Meonothai who begot Ophrah. Seraiah begot Joab the father of Ge Harashim, for they were craftsmen.

New American Standard Bible
Meonothai fathered Ophrah, and Seraiah fathered Joab the father of Ge-harashim, for they were craftsmen.

NASB 1995
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah, and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge-harashim, for they were craftsmen.

NASB 1977
And Meonothai became the father of Ophrah, and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge-harashim, for they were craftsmen.

Legacy Standard Bible
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah, and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge-harashim, for they were craftsmen.

Amplified Bible
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah, and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge-harashim [the Valley of Craftsmen, so named] because they were craftsmen.

Christian Standard Bible
Meonothai fathered Ophrah, and Seraiah fathered Joab, the ancestor of those in the Craftsmen’s Valley, for they were craftsmen.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Meonothai fathered Ophrah, and Seraiah fathered Joab, the ancestor of those in the Valley of Craftsmen, for they were craftsmen.

American Standard Version
And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab the father of Ge-harashim; for they were craftsmen.

Contemporary English Version
who was the father of Ophrah. Seraiah was the father of Joab, who settled a place called "Valley of Crafts" because the people who lived there were experts in making things.

English Revised Version
And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab the father of Ge-harashim; for they were craftsmen.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Meonothai was the father of Ophrah. Seraiah was the father of Joab, who first settled the valley of Craftsmen. (It was named this because they were craftsmen.)

Good News Translation
Meonothai was the father of Ophrah. Seraiah was the father of Joab, the founder of Handcraft Valley, where all the people were skilled workers.

International Standard Version
and Meonothai, who fathered Ophrah. Seraiah fathered Joab, who fathered the Ge-harashim, because they became artisans.

Majority Standard Bible
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.

NET Bible
Meonothai was the father of Ophrah. Seraiah was the father of Joab, the father of those who live in Ge Harashim, who were craftsmen.

New Heart English Bible
And Meonothai became the father of Ophrah, and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge Harashim; for they were craftsmen.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab, the father of the valley of Charashim; for they were artificers.

World English Bible
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah: and Seraiah became the father of Joab the father of Ge Harashim, for they were craftsmen.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Meonothai begot Ophrah, and Seraiah begot Joab father of the Valley of the Craftsmen, for they were craftsmen.

Young's Literal Translation
And Meonothai begat Ophrah, and Seraiah begat Joab father of the valley of artificers, for they were artificers.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab the father of the valley of workmen; for they were artificers.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Maonathi beget Ophra, and Saraia begot Joab the father of the Valley of artificers: for artificers were there.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Meonothai conceived Ophrah, but Seraiah conceived Joab, the father of the Valley of Artisans. For indeed, there were artisans there.

New American Bible
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah. Seraiah became the father of Joab, the father of Geharashim, so called because they were artisans.

New Revised Standard Version
Meonothai became the father of Ophrah; and Seraiah became the father of Joab father of Ge-harashim, so-called because they were artisans.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
These are the sons of Caleb the son of Jophaniah.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Meonothai begot Ophrah; and Seraiah begot Joab the father of Ge-harashim; for they were craftsmen.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Manathi begot Gophera: and Saraia begot Jobab, the father of Ageaddair, for they were artificers.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
More Descendants of Judah
13The sons of Kenaz: Othniel and Seraiah. The sons of Othniel: Hathath and Meonothai. 14Meonothai 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. 15The sons of Caleb son of Jephunneh: Iru, Elah, and Naam. The son of Elah: Kenaz.…

Cross References
Joshua 15:13-19
According to the LORD’s command to him, Joshua gave Caleb son of Jephunneh a portion among the sons of Judah—Kiriath-arba, that is, Hebron. (Arba was the forefather of Anak.) / And Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak—the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. / From there he marched against the inhabitants of Debir (formerly known as Kiriath-sepher). ...

Judges 1:11-15
From there they marched against the inhabitants of Debir (formerly known as Kiriath-sepher). / And Caleb said, “To the man who strikes down Kiriath-sepher and captures it, I will give my daughter Acsah in marriage.” / So Othniel son of Caleb’s younger brother Kenaz captured the city, and Caleb gave his daughter Acsah to him in marriage. ...

1 Chronicles 2:42-49
The sons of Caleb the brother of Jerahmeel: Mesha his firstborn, who was the father of Ziph, and Mareshah his second son, who was the father of Hebron. / The sons of Hebron: Korah, Tappuah, Rekem, and Shema. / Shema was the father of Raham the father of Jorkeam, and Rekem was the father of Shammai. ...

1 Chronicles 11:36
Hepher the Mecherathite, Ahijah the Pelonite,

1 Chronicles 2:55
and the clans of the scribes who lived at Jabez—the Tirathites, Shimeathites, and Sucathites. These are the Kenites who came from Hammath, the father of the house of Rechab.

1 Chronicles 11:26-47
Now these were the mighty men: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammoth the Harorite, Helez the Pelonite, / Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, Abiezer the Anathothite, ...

2 Samuel 23:24-39
Now these were members of the Thirty: Asahel the brother of Joab, Elhanan son of Dodo of Bethlehem, / Shammah the Harodite, Elika the Harodite, / Helez the Paltite, Ira son of Ikkesh the Tekoite, ...

Nehemiah 11:25-30
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ...

Joshua 14:13-15
Then Joshua blessed Caleb son of Jephunneh and gave him Hebron as his inheritance. / Therefore Hebron belongs to Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite as an inheritance to this day, because he wholly followed the LORD, the God of Israel. / (Hebron used to be called Kiriath-arba, after Arba, the greatest man among the Anakim.) Then the land had rest from war.

Judges 3:9-11
But when the Israelites cried out to the LORD, He raised up Othniel son of Caleb’s younger brother Kenaz as a deliverer to save them. / The Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he became Israel’s judge and went out to war. And the LORD delivered Cushan-rishathaim king of Aram into the hand of Othniel, who prevailed against him. / So the land had rest for forty years, until Othniel son of Kenaz died.

Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

Romans 11:1-5
I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. / God did not reject His people, whom He foreknew. Do you not know what the Scripture says about Elijah, how he appealed to God against Israel: / “Lord, they have killed Your prophets and torn down Your altars. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well”? ...

Hebrews 11:32-34
And what more shall I say? Time will not allow me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets, / who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight.

Acts 13:20-23
All this took about 450 years. After this, God gave them judges until the time of Samuel the prophet. / Then the people asked for a king, and God gave them Saul son of Kish, from the tribe of Benjamin, who ruled forty years. / After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’ ...


Treasury of Scripture

And Meonothai begat Ophrah: and Seraiah begat Joab, the father of the valley of Charashim; for they were craftsmen.

valley.

2 Kings 24:14
And he carried away all Jerusalem, and all the princes, and all the mighty men of valour, even ten thousand captives, and all the craftsmen and smiths: none remained, save the poorest sort of the people of the land.

Nehemiah 11:35
Lod, and Ono, the valley of craftsmen.

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1 Chronicles 4
1. The posterity of Judah by Caleb, the son of Hur.
5. Of Ashur, the posthumous son Hezron.
9. Of Jabez, and his prayer.
11. The other families of the same stock.
21. The sons of Shelah.
24. The posterity and cities of Simeon.
39. Their conquest of Gedor, and of the Amalekites in mount Seir.














Meonothai
The name "Meonothai" is of Hebrew origin, and while not much is known about this individual, the name itself can be interpreted to mean "habitations" or "dwelling places." This suggests a person whose lineage or influence was significant enough to be recorded in the genealogies of Judah. In the broader biblical context, names often carry prophetic or historical significance, indicating the role or destiny of the individual or their descendants.

was the father of Ophrah
"Ophrah" is another Hebrew name, meaning "fawn" or "dust." The mention of Ophrah here signifies the continuation of a family line, which is a recurring theme in Chronicles. The genealogies serve to connect the post-exilic community to their ancestral roots, emphasizing the faithfulness of God in preserving His people. The father-son relationship highlights the importance of heritage and legacy in the biblical narrative.

Seraiah
"Seraiah" means "Yahweh is ruler" or "prince of the Lord." This name reflects a deep spiritual heritage, suggesting that Seraiah's family was one that acknowledged the sovereignty of God. In the context of Chronicles, which often emphasizes the Davidic line and the temple, names like Seraiah remind the reader of the divine order and theocratic leadership that God intended for Israel.

was the father of Joab
"Joab" is a well-known name in the Bible, often associated with King David's military commander. However, this Joab is distinct, as indicated by his association with "Ge Harashim." The name Joab means "Yahweh is father," which underscores the covenant relationship between God and His people. The mention of Joab here may serve to remind the reader of the importance of leadership and service in the community.

the father of Ge Harashim
"Ge Harashim" translates to "valley of craftsmen." This phrase indicates a place known for its skilled workers, possibly a settlement or community where artisans lived and worked. The reference to craftsmen highlights the value of skill and labor in the biblical economy, as well as the role of creativity and craftsmanship in the service of God and community. It also suggests a division of labor and specialization within the tribes of Israel.

because they were craftsmen
The term "craftsmen" in Hebrew is "charash," which refers to skilled workers or artisans. This designation is significant in the biblical context, as craftsmen were essential for building the tabernacle, the temple, and other important structures. Their skills were seen as gifts from God, used for His glory and the benefit of His people. The mention of craftsmen here underscores the dignity of work and the importance of using one's talents in service to God and community.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Meonothai
וּמְעוֹנֹתַ֖י (ū·mə·‘ō·w·nō·ṯay)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4587: Meonothai -- a man of Judah

was the father of
הוֹלִ֣יד (hō·w·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Ophrah,
עָפְרָ֑ה (‘ā·p̄ə·rāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6084: Ophrah -- an Israelite, also two places in Israel

and Seraiah
וּשְׂרָיָ֗ה (ū·śə·rā·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8304: Seraiah -- 'Yah persists', the name of a number of Israelites

was the father of
הוֹלִ֤יד (hō·w·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Joab,
יוֹאָב֙ (yō·w·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3097: Joab -- 'the LORD is father', three Israelites

the father
אֲבִי֙ (’ă·ḇî)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1: Father

of those living in
גֵּ֣יא (gê)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1516: A valley

Ge-harashim,
חֲרָשִׁ֔ים (ḥă·rā·šîm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2798: Ge-harashim -- 'craftsmen', a man of Judah

[which was called this] because
כִּ֥י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

they were
הָיֽוּ׃ (hā·yū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

craftsmen.
חֲרָשִׁ֖ים (ḥă·rā·šîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 2796: A fabricator, any material


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