New International Version Jokim, the men of Kozeba, and Joash and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and Jashubi Lehem. (These records are from ancient times.) New Living Translation Jokim; the men of Cozeba; and Joash and Saraph, who ruled over Moab and Jashubi-lehem. These names all come from ancient records. English Standard Version and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and returned to Lehem (now the records are ancient). Berean Standard Bible Jokim, the men of Cozeba, and Joash and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and Jashubi-lehem. (These names are from ancient records.) Berean Literal Bible and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. (And the records are ancient.) King James Bible And Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had the dominion in Moab, and Jashubilehem. And these are ancient things. New King James Version also Jokim, the men of Chozeba, and Joash; Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-Lehem. Now the records are ancient. New American Standard Bible and Jokim, the men of Cozeba, Joash, Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And the records are ancient. NASB 1995 and Jokim, the men of Cozeba, Joash, Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And the records are ancient. NASB 1977 and Jokim, the men of Cozeba, Joash, Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And the records are ancient. Legacy Standard Bible and Jokim, the men of Cozeba, Joash, Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And the records are ancient. Amplified Bible and Jokim, the men of Cozeba, Joash, and Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. These are ancient words (genealogical records). Berean Annotated Bible Jokim (YHWH raises up), the men of Cozeba (falsehood), and Joash (given by the Lord) and Saraph (to burn), who ruled in Moab (of his father) and Jashubi-lehem (returner of bread). (These names are from ancient records. Christian Standard Bible Jokim, the men of Cozeba; and Joash and Saraph, who married Moabites and returned to Lehem. These names are from ancient records. Holman Christian Standard Bible Jokim, the men of Cozeba; and Joash and Saraph, who married Moabites and returned to Lehem. These names are from ancient records. American Standard Version and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had dominion in Moab, and Jashubilehem. And the records are ancient. English Revised Version and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had dominion in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And the records are ancient. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jokim, Joash, Saraph, and the men of Cozeba. Saraph ruled Moab and Jashubi Lehem (according to ancient records). Good News Translation Jokim and the people who lived in the town of Cozeba; and Joash and Saraph, who married Moabite women and then settled in Bethlehem. (These traditions are very old.) International Standard Version Jokim, the men who lived in Cozeba, Joash, and Saraph (who married Moabite families), and Jashubi-lehem. (The records are ancient.) NET Bible Jokim, the men of Cozeba, and Joash and Saraph, both of whom ruled in Moab and Jashubi Lehem. (This information is from ancient records.) New Heart English Bible and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had married in Moab, and returned to Lehem. The records are ancient. Webster's Bible Translation And Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had the dominion in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And these are ancient things. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJokim, the men of Cozeba, and Joash and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and Jashubi-lehem. (These names are from ancient records.) World English Bible and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had dominion in Moab, and Jashubilehem. These records are ancient. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who ruled over Moab and Jashubi-Lehem; and these things [are] ancient. Berean Literal Bible and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who ruled in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. (And the records are ancient.) Young's Literal Translation and Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who ruled over Moab and Jashubi-Lehem; and these things are ancient. Smith's Literal Translation And Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who possessed to Moab, and dwelling to them. And ancient words. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he that made the sun to stand, and the men of Lying, and Secure, and Burning, who were princes in Moab, and who returned into Lahem. Now these are things of old. Catholic Public Domain Version and he who caused the sun to stand still, and the men of Lying, and Secure, and Burning, who were leaders in Moab, and who returned into Lehem. Now these words are ancient. New American Bible Jokim; the people of Cozeba; and Joash and Saraph, who held property in Moab, but returned to Bethlehem. (These are events of old.) New Revised Standard Version and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who married into Moab but returned to Lehem (now the records are ancient). Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThese are the sons of Judah: Jemoael, Jamin, Ahar, Jachin, Zahar, Jarib, Zerah, and Saul. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Jokim, and the men of Cozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had dominion in Moab, and Jashubi-lehem. And the records are ancient. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Joakim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joas, and Saraph, who dwelt in Moab, and he changed their names to Abederin and Athukiim. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context More Descendants of Judah…21The sons of Shelah son of Judah: Er the father of Lecah, Laadah the father of Mareshah and the clans of the linen workers at Beth-ashbea, 22Jokim, the men of Cozeba, and Joash and Saraph, who ruled in Moab and Jashubi-lehem. (These names are from ancient records.) 23These were the potters who lived at Netaim and Gederah. They lived there in the service of the king.… Cross References Jokim, 1 Chronicles 2:3-4 The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, and Shelah. These three were born to him by Bath-shua the Canaanite. Er, Judah’s firstborn, was wicked in the sight of the LORD. So the LORD put him to death. / Tamar, Judah’s daughter-in-law, bore to him Perez and Zerah. Judah had five sons in all. Ruth 4:18-22 Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron, / Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab, / Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon, … Matthew 1:3-4 Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. / Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon. the men of Cozeba, Genesis 38:5 Then she gave birth to another son and named him Shelah; it was at Chezib that she gave birth to him. Joshua 15:44 Keilah, Achzib, and Mareshah—nine cities, along with their villages. Micah 1:14 Therefore, send farewell gifts to Moresheth-gath; the houses of Achzib will prove deceptive to the kings of Israel. and Joash and Saraph, Judges 6:11-12 Then the angel of the LORD came and sat down under the oak in Ophrah that belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, where his son Gideon was threshing wheat in a winepress to hide it from the Midianites. / And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.” 2 Kings 11:2 But Jehosheba daughter of King Joram, the sister of Ahaziah, took Joash son of Ahaziah and stole him away from among the sons of the king who were being murdered. She put him and his nurse in a bedroom to hide him from Athaliah, and he was not killed. 2 Samuel 8:2 David also defeated the Moabites, made them lie down on the ground, and measured them off with a cord. He measured off with two lengths those to be put to death, and with one length those to be spared. So the Moabites became subject to David and brought him tribute. who ruled in Moab Ruth 1:1-2 In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land. And a certain man from Bethlehem in Judah, with his wife and two sons, went to reside in the land of Moab. / The man’s name was Elimelech, his wife’s name was Naomi, and the names of his two sons were Mahlon and Chilion. They were Ephrathites from Bethlehem in Judah, and they entered the land of Moab and settled there. 2 Kings 3:4-5 Now Mesha king of Moab was a sheep breeder, and he would render to the king of Israel a hundred thousand lambs and the wool of a hundred thousand rams. / But after the death of Ahab, the king of Moab rebelled against the king of Israel. Isaiah 15:1-5 This is the burden against Moab: Ar in Moab is ruined, destroyed in a night! Kir in Moab is devastated, destroyed in a night! / Dibon goes up to its temple to weep at its high places. Moab wails over Nebo, as well as over Medeba. Every head is shaved, every beard is cut off. / In its streets they wear sackcloth; on the rooftops and in the public squares they all wail, falling down weeping. … and Jashubi-lehem. Micah 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel—One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity. Ruth 1:19 So Naomi and Ruth traveled until they came to Bethlehem. When they entered Bethlehem, the whole town was stirred because of them, and the women of the town exclaimed, “Can this be Naomi?” 1 Samuel 16:1 Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.” (These names are from ancient records.) 1 Chronicles 9:1 So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies written in the Book of the Kings of Israel. But Judah was exiled to Babylon because of their unfaithfulness. Treasury of Scripture And Jokim, and the men of Chozeba, and Joash, and Saraph, who had the dominion in Moab, and Jashubilehem. And these are ancient things. Jump to Previous Ancient Beth-Lehem Dominion Joash Jo'ash Moab Records Ruled Rulers Saraph TimesJump to Next Ancient Beth-Lehem Dominion Joash Jo'ash Moab Records Ruled Rulers Saraph Times1 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. Jokim, Jokim, meaning “Jehovah raises up,” belonged to the descendants of Shelah, the son of Judah. His place in the genealogy preserves the continuing line of Judah through families whose deeds and settlements were known to earlier generations. 1Ch 2:3-4 The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, and Shelah.… the men of Cozeba, Cozeba was a Judahite town associated with Chezib, where Shelah was born (Genesis 38:5). Its inhabitants are remembered as part of Judah’s established clans and settlements in the land. Gen 38:5 Then she gave birth to another son and named him Shelah… and Joash and Saraph, Joash and Saraph, meaning “Yahweh has given” and “burning” or “fiery,” were descendants of Judah whose names remained in the ancestral records. God’s purposes in preserving Judah’s line included not only kings such as David, but also households and leaders otherwise unknown to later history. Jdg 6:11-12 Then the angel of the LORD came and sat down… who ruled in Moab Joash and Saraph exercised dominion in Moab at some point in Israel’s earlier history. Their rule shows that Judah’s influence extended beyond its allotted territory and recalls the changing relationship between Israel and Moab, a land connected with Ruth, David’s ancestry, and later conflict with Israel. Rut 1:1-2 In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine… and Jashubi-lehem. Jashubi-lehem (“return to Bethlehem”) appears to have been another ancestral name or family designation connected with the Bethlehem region. Bethlehem stood within Judah’s inheritance and would later become the city of David and the birthplace of the Messiah. Mic 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small… (These names are from ancient records.) The Chronicler drew upon records preserving the memory of Judah’s families and their accomplishments. The genealogies testify that God faithfully maintained the tribe from which He had promised to bring the royal line and, ultimately, Jesus Christ. 1Ch 9:1 So all Israel was recorded in the genealogies… Persons / Places / Events 1. JokimA figure mentioned in the genealogies of Judah, though little is known about him beyond this reference. 2. Cozeba A place or possibly a group of people associated with Jokim. The name suggests a location or community within the tribe of Judah. 3. Joash and Saraph Individuals who are noted for having ruled in Moab, indicating a connection or influence beyond the borders of Israel. 4. Moab A neighboring nation to Israel, often in conflict with Israel but also a place of refuge and interaction, as seen in the account of Ruth. 5. Jashubi-Lehem A location or possibly a group of people, the meaning of which is uncertain, but it is included in the genealogical records. Teaching Points The Importance of GenealogyUnderstanding our spiritual heritage can provide insight into God's plan and purpose for our lives. Influence Beyond Borders Like Joash and Saraph, Christians are called to be a light and have an influence beyond their immediate community. God's Sovereignty in History The inclusion of these names in ancient records reminds us that God is sovereign over history and uses all people and events for His purposes. Interconnectedness of Nations The relationship between Israel and Moab illustrates how God can work through different nations and peoples to fulfill His promises. Legacy and Record Keeping The preservation of names and events in Scripture encourages us to consider the legacy we are leaving for future generations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 4:22?2. How does 1 Chronicles 4:22 illustrate God's attention to individual lives and actions? 3. What lessons can we learn from the descendants' actions in 1 Chronicles 4:22? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 4:22 connect with themes of repentance and restoration in Scripture? 5. In what ways can we apply the diligence shown in 1 Chronicles 4:22 today? 6. How does 1 Chronicles 4:22 encourage us to seek God's purpose in our lives? 7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 4:22 in the genealogy of Judah? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 4:22 relate to the broader narrative of 1 Chronicles? 9. What historical evidence supports the events mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:22? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 4? What Does 1 Chronicles 4:22 Mean Jokim• 1 Chronicles 4:22 lists Jokim among the descendants of Shelah, son of Judah. That placement ties him to the covenant tribe through whom Messiah would eventually come (Genesis 49:8–10). • Genealogies such as 1 Chronicles 4:1–23 highlight God’s faithfulness in preserving individual lives for His purposes; Jokim’s inclusion underlines that no servant of God is overlooked (Psalm 139:16). • The brevity of the note reminds us that spiritual significance is not measured by earthly fame (Matthew 20:16). the men of Cozeba • “The men of Cozeba” identifies an entire community, likely a village in Judah’s lowlands (compare Joshua 15:33–44 where nearby towns are named). • Scripture affirms literal places; acknowledging Cozeba anchors the genealogy in verifiable geography (Nehemiah 11:25–30). • God works through groups as well as individuals. Just as Cozeba had its place, local churches today have distinct roles in God’s plan (1 Corinthians 12:12–27). Joash and Saraph • Joash is a common Judahite name (e.g., 2 Kings 12:1–2), underscoring a heritage of leadership. Saraph appears only here, suggesting that lesser-known saints still find permanent record in God’s Word (Hebrews 6:10). • That both are singled out beside Jokim signals shared responsibility within the clan, echoing Ecclesiastes 4:9, 12—partnership strengthens service. who ruled in Moab • “Ruled in Moab” shows members of Judah exercising authority beyond Israel’s borders. Earlier, Elimelech’s family sojourned in Moab (Ruth 1:1–2), and David entrusted his parents to the king of Moab (1 Samuel 22:3–4). • This verse reveals God extending Judah’s influence, foreshadowing the Messiah’s global kingdom (Psalm 2:8; Isaiah 11:10). • Their rule also pictures believers serving effectively in foreign settings while keeping covenant identity (Daniel 6:3-5). and Jashubi-lehem • Jashubi-lehem is likely a settlement established by these Judahites after returning from Moab. Its name (“return to Bethlehem”) recalls God’s power to bring exiles home (Jeremiah 29:14). • The pattern resembles Naomi’s return to Bethlehem from Moab (Ruth 1:19–22), highlighting restoration as a recurring divine theme (Psalm 126:1–3). • Roots re-established in Judah prepared the way for Bethlehem to host the birth of Christ (Micah 5:2; Luke 2:4–7). These names are from ancient records • The Chronicler cites “ancient records,” underscoring historical reliability. Similar appeals appear in 1 Kings 14:19; 1 Chronicles 9:1; Ezra 2:62, urging readers to trust Scripture’s factual basis. • God preserves documentation to authenticate lineage, worship, and land rights—demonstrating order and transparency in His dealings (1 Corinthians 14:33). • Because these records are divinely safeguarded, believers can rest in the accuracy of the biblical narrative (John 17:17). summary 1 Chronicles 4:22 highlights real people, real places, and real events within Judah’s family line. Jokim, the community of Cozeba, Joash, and Saraph exercised authority in distant Moab yet eventually rooted themselves back in Judah at Jashubi-lehem. Their stories, drawn from trustworthy ancient records, illustrate God’s meticulous preservation of His people, His reach beyond borders, and His power to restore wanderers—all of which point forward to the certainty of Christ’s kingdom and the believer’s secure place in it. Hebrew Jokim,וְיוֹקִ֞ים (wə·yō·w·qîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3137: Jokim the men וְאַנְשֵׁ֣י (wə·’an·šê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 582: Man, mankind of Cozeba, כֹזֵבָ֗א (ḵō·zê·ḇā) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3578: Cozeba -- a city in Judah and Joash וְיוֹאָ֧שׁ (wə·yō·w·’āš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3101: Joash and Saraph, וְשָׂרָ֛ף (wə·śā·rāp̄) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8315: Saraph -- 'burning', a man of Judah who אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that ruled בָּעֲל֥וּ (bā·‘ă·lū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1166: To be master, to marry in Moab לְמוֹאָ֖ב (lə·mō·w·’āḇ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4124: Moab -- a son of Lot,also his descendants and the territory where they settled and וְיָשֻׁ֣בִי (wə·yā·šu·ḇî) 0 Strong's Hebrew Jashubi-lehem. לָ֑חֶם (lā·ḥem) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3433: Jashubi-lehem -- 'returner of bread', a man of Judah (These names are from ancient עַתִּיקִֽים׃ (‘at·tî·qîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6267: Removed, weaned, antique records.) וְהַדְּבָרִ֖ים (wə·had·də·ḇā·rîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause Additonal Resources 1 Chronicles 4:22 Blue Letter Bible1 Chronicles 4:22 Bible Gateway 1 Chronicles 4:22 Bible.com 1 Chronicles 4:22 NIV |
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