1 Chronicles 7:17
New International Version
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Makir, the son of Manasseh.

New Living Translation
The son of Ulam was Bedan. All these were considered Gileadites, descendants of Makir son of Manasseh.

English Standard Version
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Berean Standard Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

King James Bible
And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New King James Version
The son of Ulam was Bedan.) These were the descendants of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New American Standard Bible
The son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

NASB 1995
The son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

NASB 1977
And the son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Legacy Standard Bible
The son of Ulam was Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Amplified Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Christian Standard Bible
Ulam’s son: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Ulam’s son: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Contemporary English Version
Ulam was the father of Bedan. These were all descendants of Gilead, the son of Machir and the grandson of Manasseh.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Ulam's son was Bedan. These were the people of Gilead, descendants of Machir (son of Manasseh).

Good News Translation
and Ulam had a son named Bedan. These are all descendants of Gilead, the son of Machir and grandson of Manasseh.

International Standard Version
Ulam's son was Bedan. These were the children of Machir's son Gilead, who was also a descendant of Manasseh.

Majority Standard Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

NET Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, son of Makir, son of Manasseh.

New Heart English Bible
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Makir, the son of Manasseh.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

World English Bible
The sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And son of Ulam: Bedan. These [are] sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Young's Literal Translation
And son of Ulam: Bedan. These are sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Ulam: Bedan. These the sons of Gilead, son of Machir, son of Manasseh.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the son of Ulam, Baden. These are the sons of Galaad, the son of Machir the son of Manasses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then the son of Ulam: Bedan. These are the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New American Bible
The sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

New Revised Standard Version
The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, son of Manasseh.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the son of Ulam: Rakim, and the son of Rakim, Baran. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Reqem: Baran. These are the sons of Gelad, son of Makir, son of Manassheh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Ulam; Badam. These were the sons of Galaad, the son of Machir, the son of Manasse.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Manasseh
16Machir’s wife Maacah gave birth to a son, and she named him Peresh. His brother was named Sheresh, and his sons were Ulam and Rekem. 17The son of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead son of Machir, the son of Manasseh. 18His sister Hammolecheth gave birth to Ishhod, Abiezer, and Mahlah.…

Cross References
Numbers 26:29-34
These were the descendants of Manasseh: The Machirite clan from Machir, the father of Gilead, and the Gileadite clan from Gilead. / These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek, / the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem, ...

Genesis 46:20
Manasseh and Ephraim were born to Joseph in the land of Egypt by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On.

Joshua 17:1-6
Now this was the allotment for the tribe of Manasseh as Joseph’s firstborn son, namely for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh and father of the Gileadites, who had received Gilead and Bashan because Machir was a man of war. / So this allotment was for the rest of the descendants of Manasseh—the clans of Abiezer, Helek, Asriel, Shechem, Hepher, and Shemida. These are the other male descendants of the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph. / But Zelophehad son of Hepher (the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh) had no sons but only daughters. These are the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. ...

1 Chronicles 5:23-26
Now the people of the half-tribe of Manasseh were numerous. They settled in the land from Bashan to Baal-hermon (that is, Senir, also known as Mount Hermon). / These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families. / But they were unfaithful to the God of their fathers, and they prostituted themselves with the gods of the peoples of the land, whom God had destroyed before them. ...

1 Chronicles 6:62
The Gershomites, according to their clans, were allotted thirteen cities from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.

1 Chronicles 12:19-21
Some from Manasseh defected to David when he went with the Philistines to fight against Saul. (They did not help the Philistines because the Philistine rulers consulted and sent David away, saying, “It will cost us our heads if he defects to his master Saul.”) / When David went to Ziklag, these men of Manasseh defected to him: Adnah, Jozabad, Jediael, Michael, Jozabad, Elihu, and Zillethai, chiefs of thousands in Manasseh. / They helped David against the raiders, for they were all mighty men of valor and commanders in the army.

1 Chronicles 27:20-21
over the Ephraimites was Hoshea son of Azaziah; over one of the half-tribes of Manasseh was Joel son of Pedaiah; / over the half-tribe of Manasseh in Gilead was Iddo son of Zechariah; over Benjamin was Jaasiel son of Abner;

2 Chronicles 30:1-11
Then Hezekiah sent word throughout all Israel and Judah, and he also wrote letters to Ephraim and Manasseh inviting them to come to the house of the LORD in Jerusalem to keep the Passover of the LORD, the God of Israel. / For the king and his officials and the whole assembly in Jerusalem had decided to keep the Passover in the second month, / since they had been unable to keep it at the regular time, because not enough priests had consecrated themselves and the people had not been gathered in Jerusalem. ...

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Ezekiel 48:1-7
“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...

Matthew 4:13-16
Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— ...

Luke 2:36
There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,

Acts 7:14-15
Then Joseph sent for his father Jacob and all his relatives, seventy-five in all. / So Jacob went down to Egypt, where he and our fathers died.

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 11:21
By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.

Bedad

1 Samuel 12:11
And the LORD sent Jerubbaal, and Bedan, and Jephthah, and Samuel, and delivered you out of the hand of your enemies on every side, and ye dwelled safe.

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1 Chronicles 7
1. The sons of Issachar;
6. of Benjamin;
13. of Naphtali;
14. of Manasseh;
15. and of Ephraim.
21. The calamity of Ephraim by the men of Gath.
23. His posterity by Beriah.
28. Their habitations.
30. The sons of Asher.














The son of Ulam
This phrase introduces us to a specific lineage within the tribe of Manasseh. Ulam, though not extensively mentioned elsewhere in Scripture, is part of the genealogical record that underscores the importance of family heritage in Israelite culture. The Hebrew root for "Ulam" can be associated with strength or a prominent place, suggesting that his lineage held significance in the tribal structure.

Bedan
Bedan is a name that appears in the genealogical records, and while not much is known about him, his inclusion signifies the importance of each individual in the unfolding account of God's people. The name "Bedan" may be derived from Hebrew roots meaning "in judgment" or "son of Dan," though the latter is less likely in this context. This highlights the role of each person in the divine narrative, reminding us that every life has purpose and meaning in God's plan.

These were the descendants of Gilead
Gilead is a significant figure, representing a region and a people known for their valor and strength. The descendants of Gilead were known for their prowess in battle and their strategic importance in the defense of Israel. The name "Gilead" itself is often associated with a rocky region, symbolizing strength and resilience. This phrase connects the lineage to a broader historical and geographical context, emphasizing the enduring legacy of Gilead's descendants.

The son of Makir
Makir is recognized as the firstborn of Manasseh and is often associated with the eastern half-tribe of Manasseh. His descendants were known for their military capabilities and their settlement in the Transjordan region. The name "Makir" can be linked to the Hebrew root meaning "to sell" or "to know," suggesting a lineage that was both commercially and strategically astute. This highlights the multifaceted roles that the tribes of Israel played in the nation's history.

The son of Manasseh
Manasseh, one of Joseph's sons, was blessed by Jacob and became one of the tribes of Israel. The tribe of Manasseh was known for its significant land holdings and its role in the conquest and settlement of Canaan. The name "Manasseh" means "causing to forget," reflecting Joseph's journey from hardship to blessing. This phrase ties the genealogy back to the patriarchal promises and the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

(17) Bedan (i.e., ben Dan "the Danite" in 1Samuel 12:11 is a judge between Jerubbaal and Jephthah. Here a clan is meant, not a person.

These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.--These words appear to refer to a series of names which has dropped out of the text, but which may be inferred from Numbers 26:30-32 to have included Abiezer (of which Jeezer is a contraction) and Shemidah. (See the genealogy, 1Chronicles 7:14, Note.) 1Chronicles 7:17 b and 1Chronicles 7:18 may thus have read, "These were the sons of Gilead, &c. Abiezer . . . Shemidah. (Now his sister Hammoleketh had borne Ish-hod and Abiezer and Mahalah.) And the sons of Shemidah were," &c. (1Chronicles 7:19). . . .

Verse 17. - Bedan. While all the names of the preceding verse are strange to us, this name excites much interest, as possibly to be identified with the Bedan (1 Samuel 12:11) who is placed after Jerubbaal (i.q. Gideon), and before Jephthah and Samuel. Who in the Book of Judges is to answer to this Bedan of the Book of Samuel it is impossible to say. See Bishop Cotton's excellent short article (Smith's 'Bible Dictionary,' L 177). These were the sons of Gilead (see ver. 14). The name Gilead surpassed the name Machir, and even rivalled that of Manasseh itself.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The son
וּבְנֵ֥י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Ulam:
אוּלָ֖ם (’ū·lām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 198: Ulam -- two Israelites

Bedan.
בְּדָ֑ן (bə·ḏān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 917: Bedan -- an Israelite name

These
אֵ֚לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

were the sons
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Gilead
גִלְעָ֔ד (ḡil·‘āḏ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1568: Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Machir,
מָכִ֖יר (mā·ḵîr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4353: Machir -- two Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Manasseh.
מְנַשֶּֽׁה׃ (mə·naš·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites


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