Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who deported them and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. New Living Translation Ehud’s sons were Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera. Gera, who led them into exile, was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. English Standard Version Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, that is, Heglam, who fathered Uzza and Ahihud. Berean Standard Bible Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Berean Literal Bible Even Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera. He carried them away, and he begat Uzza and Ahihud. King James Bible And Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he removed them, and begat Uzza, and Ahihud. New King James Version Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera who forced them to move. He begot Uzza and Ahihud. New American Standard Bible namely, Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera—he exiled them; and he fathered Uzza and Ahihud. NASB 1995 namely, Naaman, Ahijah and Gera— he carried them into exile; and he became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. NASB 1977 namely, Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera—he carried them into exile; and he became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Legacy Standard Bible namely, Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera—he took them away into exile; and he became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Amplified Bible Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera—he forced them into exile; he became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Berean Annotated Bible Naaman (pleasantness), Ahijah (brother of Yah), and Gera (a grain), who carried them into exile and (and Gera, that is Heglam,) who was the father of Uzza (strength) and Ahihud. Christian Standard Bible Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera. Gera deported them and was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Holman Christian Standard Bible Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera. Gera deported them and was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. American Standard Version and Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera, he carried them captive: and he begat Uzza and Ahihud. English Revised Version and Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera, he carried them captive; and he begat Uzza and Ahihud: GOD'S WORD® Translation Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera. Gera led the rest of them away as captives. He was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. International Standard Version Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera (also known as Heglam), who fathered Uzza and Ahihud. NET Bible Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who moved them. Gera was the father of Uzzah and Ahihud. New Heart English Bible And Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera, he sent them into exile. And Gera became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Webster's Bible Translation And Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he removed them, and begat Uzza, and Ahihud. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNaaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. World English Bible Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who carried them captive; and he became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versioneven Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, who removed them and begot Uzza and Ahihud. Berean Literal Bible Even Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera. He carried them away, and he begat Uzza and Ahihud. Young's Literal Translation and Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he removed them, and begat Uzza and Ahihud. Smith's Literal Translation And Naaman and Ahiah and Gera, he carried them away captive; and he begat Uzza and Ahihud. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Naaman, and Achia, and Gera he removed them, and beget Oza, and Ahiud. Catholic Public Domain Version And Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera, he also moved them away; and he conceived Uzza and Ahihud. New American Bible Also Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera. The last, who led them into exile, became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. New Revised Standard Version Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, that is, Heglam, who became the father of Uzza and Ahihud. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAbishua, Naaman, and Ahiah, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The Peshitta omits this verse. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera, were they that carried them captive--and he begot Uzza, and Ahihud. Brenton Septuagint Translation and Nooma, and Achia and Gera, he removed them, and he begot Aza, and Jachicho. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul…6These were the descendants of Ehud who were the heads of the families living in Geba and were exiled to Manahath: 7Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. 8Shaharaim had sons in the country of Moab after he had divorced his wives Hushim and Baara.… Cross References Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera, Genesis 46:21 The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard. Numbers 26:38-40 These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, / the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. / And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman. Judges 3:15 And again they cried out to the LORD, and He raised up Ehud son of Gera, a left-handed Benjamite, as their deliverer. So they sent him with tribute to Eglon king of Moab. who carried them into exile 1 Chronicles 5:26 So the God of Israel stirred up the spirit of Pul king of Assyria (that is, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria) to take the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh into exile. And he brought them to Halah, Habor, Hara, and the river of Gozan, where they remain to this day. 2 Kings 17:6 In the ninth year of Hoshea, the king of Assyria captured Samaria and carried away the Israelites to Assyria, where he settled them in Halah, in Gozan by the Habor River, and in the cities of the Medes. 2 Chronicles 36:20 Those who escaped the sword were carried by Nebuchadnezzar into exile in Babylon, and they became servants to him and his sons until the kingdom of Persia came to power. and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud. 1 Chronicles 13:7-11 So they carried the ark of God from the house of Abinadab on a new cart, with Uzzah and Ahio guiding the cart. / David and all the Israelites were celebrating before God with all their might, with songs and on harps and lyres, with tambourines, cymbals, and trumpets. / When they came to the threshing floor of Chidon, Uzzah reached out and took hold of the ark, because the oxen had stumbled. … 2 Samuel 6:6-7 When they came to the threshing floor of Nacon, Uzzah reached out and took hold of the ark of God, because the oxen had stumbled. / And the anger of the LORD burned against Uzzah, and God struck him down on the spot for his irreverence, and he died there beside the ark of God. Numbers 34:27 Ahihud son of Shelomi, a leader from the tribe of Asher; 1 Chronicles 9:35-44 Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. / Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, / Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. … 1 Samuel 9:1-2 Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man, whose name was Kish son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah of Benjamin. / And he had a son named Saul, choice and handsome, without equal among the Israelites—a head taller than any of the people. 1 Samuel 14:49-51 Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter). / His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. / Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel. 2 Samuel 21:14 And they buried the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan in Zela in the land of Benjamin, in the tomb of Saul’s father Kish. After they had done everything the king had commanded, God answered their prayers for the land. 1 Samuel 31:1-13 Now the Philistines fought against Israel, and the men of Israel fled before them, and many fell slain on Mount Gilboa. / The Philistines hotly pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua. / When the battle intensified against Saul, the archers overtook him and wounded him critically. … 2 Samuel 2:8-9 Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel. 2 Samuel 3:6-10 During the war between the house of Saul and the house of David, Abner had continued to strengthen his position in the house of Saul. / Now Saul had a concubine named Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah. So Ish-bosheth questioned Abner, “Why did you sleep with my father’s concubine?” / Abner was furious over Ish-bosheth’s accusation. “Am I the head of a dog that belongs to Judah?” he asked. “All this time I have been loyal to the house of your father Saul, to his brothers, and to his friends. I have not delivered you into the hand of David, but now you accuse me of wrongdoing with this woman! … Treasury of Scripture And Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he removed them, and begat Uzza, and Ahihud. Jump to Previous Ahiah Ahihud Ahi'hud Ahijah Ahi'jah Begat Begot Captive Carried Deported Exile Gera Iglaam Naaman Na'aman Namely Removed UzzaJump to Next Ahiah Ahihud Ahi'hud Ahijah Ahi'jah Begat Begot Captive Carried Deported Exile Gera Iglaam Naaman Na'aman Namely Removed Uzza1 Chronicles 8 1. The sons and chief men of Benjamin33. The stock of Saul and Jonathan Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera These names are part of the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin, which is significant in Israel's history. Naaman and Ahijah are not widely mentioned elsewhere, but Gera is noted as an ancestor of Ehud, the judge who delivered Israel from Moabite oppression (Judges 3:15). This connection highlights the ongoing influence of Benjamin's descendants in Israel's leadership and deliverance narratives. who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud Persons / Places / Events 1. NaamanA descendant of Benjamin, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe. His name means "pleasant" or "gracious" in Hebrew. 2. Ahijah Another descendant of Benjamin, whose name means "brother of Yahweh" or "Yahweh is my brother." 3. Gera A Benjamite who played a role in the exile of his family. His name means "a grain" or "a kernel." 4. Uzza A descendant of Gera, whose name means "strength" or "power." 5. Ahihud Another descendant of Gera, with a name meaning "brother of majesty" or "brother of renown." 6. Exile The event where Gera carried his family into exile, indicating a forced relocation or captivity. Teaching Points The Importance of GenealogyGenealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to their heritage and His promises. They remind us of our spiritual lineage and the faithfulness of God through generations. Understanding Exile Exile represents a period of trial and separation from one's homeland. It can be a metaphor for spiritual exile, where believers may feel distant from God but are called to remain faithful. Names and Their Meanings The meanings of names in the Bible often reflect character or destiny. Understanding these can provide deeper insights into the text and God's purposes. The Role of Family in Faith The mention of family members highlights the importance of family in the transmission of faith and values. It encourages believers to nurture their spiritual heritage. God's Sovereignty in History The events and people listed in genealogies show God's hand in history, orchestrating events for His purposes. This reassures believers of His control over their lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 8:7?2. How does 1 Chronicles 8:7 illustrate consequences of disobedience in our lives today? 3. What can we learn about family dynamics from 1 Chronicles 8:7? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 8:7 connect with other biblical teachings on exile? 5. In what ways can we avoid the pitfalls seen in 1 Chronicles 8:7? 6. How should 1 Chronicles 8:7 influence our understanding of God's justice and mercy? 7. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Chronicles 8:7? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 8:7 fit into the genealogy of Benjamin? 9. What is the significance of the names mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 8? 11. In 1 Chronicles 18:4, how do we reconcile the figure of 7,000 horsemen with 2 Samuel 8:4, which mentions 1,700 instead? 12. Why does God forbid David from building the temple in 1 Chronicles 22:8 but never give that explicit reason in the parallel accounts (e.g., 2 Samuel 7)? 13. Jeremiah 47:2 - How could 'waters rising in the north' metaphorically represent the Babylonian threat, and does this imagery conflict with known historical timelines of regional invasions? 14. Lamentations 2:7 - If God truly abandoned His altar and temple, how do we reconcile this with the belief that the divine presence is everlasting? What Does 1 Chronicles 8:7 Mean Naaman• This Naaman is listed as one of the three sons of Ehud: “Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera” (1 Chron 8:7). • The name also appears earlier among Benjamin’s grandsons (Genesis 46:21) and again in a later census of the tribe (Numbers 26:40), showing a recurring family name within Benjamin. • The repetition of names in tribal records underlines how seriously Israel tracked lineage; every name authenticated God’s promise that each tribe would endure (Jeremiah 33:24-26). Ahijah • Ahijah is the second son in the verse. His presence keeps the genealogy three-fold, echoing a familiar triad pattern in Scripture (e.g., Noah’s three sons in Genesis 6:10). • Although Chronicles does not add detail about this specific Ahijah, the name appears elsewhere for notable Benjamites (1 Samuel 14:3). The shared name reminds us that God often raises leaders from the same tribal roots, demonstrating continuity of His call. • Listing him here verifies that Ehud’s family produced multiple branches, fulfilling the blessing of fruitfulness given to Israel’s tribes (Deuteronomy 1:10). Gera • Gera is both brother and, by the phrase that follows, an acting patriarch: “Gera, who carried them into exile and who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud.” • Earlier Scripture calls the judge Ehud “the son of Gera” (Judges 3:15). Chronicles flips the order, showing that names repeated across generations and that families were tightly woven. • By highlighting Gera, the writer signals that even lesser-known figures took decisive action that shaped the clan’s future, echoing how God uses ordinary people for pivotal moments (1 Corinthians 1:27-28). Who carried them into exile • The clause links Gera to a forced relocation from Geba to Manahath (noted in 1 Chron 8:6). This appears to be an internal exile—probably due to pressure from neighboring peoples or shifts in territorial boundaries (cf. Joshua 18:24 for Geba’s location). • Scripture often records such displacements to show that God disciplines yet preserves His people (2 Chron 36:15-21). Even a local exile fits the broader biblical pattern: movement, loss, and eventual restoration (Psalm 126:1). • The verse reminds readers that no exile—large or small—lies outside God’s sovereign oversight (Isaiah 45:13). Who was the father of Uzza and Ahihud • The genealogy continues through Gera’s sons Uzza and Ahihud, ensuring the line does not end with exile. • Uzza (“strength”) later appears as a Levitical gatekeeper (1 Chron 26:11), while Ahihud (“my brother is majesty”) shows up in the territorial allotments of Naphtali (Numbers 34:27). Though those references involve different men, the recurrence of the names hints that family memories were kept alive across tribes and centuries. • God’s faithfulness is underscored: even after upheaval, new generations stand ready to serve (Lamentations 3:22-23). summary 1 Chronicles 8:7 underscores that God tracks every family line, even amid displacement. Naaman, Ahijah, and Gera mark three branches from Ehud; Gera’s action of relocating the clan does not break the line but leads to the birth of Uzza and Ahihud. The verse testifies that, whether in stability or exile, the Lord preserves His people and keeps His promises to the tribe of Benjamin and to all Israel. (7) And Naaman, and Ahiah, and Gera, he removed them.--The three clans here mentioned are commonly regarded as the authors of the expatriation of the people of Geba. Of Gera it is specially said "he removed them," because Gera was the leading clan of the three. According to this interpretation the two verses (6-7) may be rendered: "And these are the sons of Ehud. (These are heads of clans belonging to the inhabitants of Geba, and men carried them away to Manahath--both Naaman, and Ahijah, and Gera, he it was who carried them away.) He begat Uzza and Ahihud." That is to say, Uzza and Ahihud, two chiefs of clans settled at Geba (1Chronicles 6:45), were forcibly removed by three other Benjamite clans to Manahath (see 1Chronicles 2:52; 1Chronicles 2:54). 'Al manahath might perhaps be rendered "for the sake of peace," referring to feuds between the clans of Geba.Hebrew Naaman,וְנַעֲמָ֧ן (wə·na·‘ă·mān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5283: Naaman -- a descendant of Benjamin, also an Aramean (Syrian) general Ahijah, וַאֲחִיָּ֛ה (wa·’ă·ḥî·yāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 281: Ahijah -- 'brother of Yah', an Israelite name and Gera, וְגֵרָ֖א (wə·ḡê·rā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1617: Gera -- the name of several Israelites, also a Benjamite family who ה֣וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are led them into exile הֶגְלָ֑ם (heḡ·lām) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 1540: To denude, to exile, to reveal and was the father וְהוֹלִ֥יד (wə·hō·w·lîḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage of Uzza עֻזָּ֖א (‘uz·zā) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5798: Uzza -- four Israelites and Ahihud. אֲחִיחֻֽד׃ (’ă·ḥî·ḥuḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 284: Ahihud -- 'brother of a riddle', a Benjamite Links 1 Chronicles 8:7 NIV1 Chronicles 8:7 NLT 1 Chronicles 8:7 ESV 1 Chronicles 8:7 NASB 1 Chronicles 8:7 KJV 1 Chronicles 8:7 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 8:7 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 8:7 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 8:7 French Bible 1 Chronicles 8:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 8:7 And Naaman and Ahijah and Gera he (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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