New International Version and his firstborn son was Abdon, followed by Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, New Living Translation and his oldest son was named Abdon. Jeiel’s other sons were Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, English Standard Version and his firstborn son Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Berean Standard Bible Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Berean Literal Bible and His firstborn son was Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, King James Bible And his firstborn son Abdon, then Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, New King James Version His firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, New American Standard Bible and his firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, NASB 1995 and his firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, NASB 1977 and his first-born son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Legacy Standard Bible and his firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Amplified Bible and his firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Berean Annotated Bible Abdon (servile) was his firstborn son, then Zur (rock), Kish (bent), Baal (lord), Ner (lamp), Nadab (generous), Christian Standard Bible Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Holman Christian Standard Bible Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, American Standard Version and his first-born son Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Contemporary English Version They had ten sons, who were born in the following order: Abdon, Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, English Revised Version and his firstborn son Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab; GOD'S WORD® Translation His firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Nadab, Good News Translation His oldest son was Abdon, and his other sons were Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, International Standard Version His firstborn son was Abdon, followed by Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, NET Bible His firstborn son was Abdon, followed by Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, New Heart English Bible and his firstborn son Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Webster's Bible Translation And his first-born son Abdon, then Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAbdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, World English Bible His firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand his son, the firstborn, [is] Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Ba‘al, and Ner, and Nadab, Berean Literal Bible and His firstborn son was Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Young's Literal Translation and his son, the first-born, is Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Smith's Literal Translation And his son the first-born, Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHis firstborn son Abdon, and Sur, and Cis, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Catholic Public Domain Version His firstborn son was Abdon, and then Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, New American Bible His firstborn son was Abdon; then came Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, New Revised Standard Version His firstborn son was Abdon, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd his second son was Abron; then Zur, Kishon, Baal, Ner, and Nadab, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And his second son: Ebron, also Tsur, and Qishun, and Bala, and Nir and Nadab OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and his first-born son Abdon, and Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab; Brenton Septuagint Translation And his first-born son was Abdon, and he had Sur, and Kis, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Descendants of Saul35Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. 36Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, 37Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth.… Cross References Abdon was his firstborn son, 1 Chronicles 8:30 and Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Nadab, Judges 12:13-15 After Elon, Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, judged Israel. / He had forty sons and thirty grandsons, who rode on seventy donkeys. And he judged Israel eight years. / Then Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, died, and he was buried at Pirathon in Ephraim, in the hill country of the Amalekites. then Zur, Numbers 25:15 And the name of the slain Midianite woman was Cozbi, the daughter of Zur, a tribal chief of a Midianite family. Numbers 31:8 Among the slain were Evi, Rekem, Zur, Hur, and Reba—the five kings of Midian. They also killed Balaam son of Beor with the sword. Kish, 1 Samuel 9:1-3 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. / One day the donkeys of Saul’s father Kish wandered off, and Kish said to his son Saul, “Take one of the servants and go look for the donkeys.” 1 Samuel 10:21-24 Then he had the tribe of Benjamin come forward by its clans, and the clan of Matri was selected. Finally, Saul son of Kish was selected. But when they looked for him, they could not find him. / So again they inquired of the LORD, “Has the man come here yet?” And the LORD replied, “Behold, he has hidden himself among the baggage.” / So they ran and brought Saul, and when he stood among the people, he was a head taller than any of the others. … Baal, 1 Kings 18:21 Then Elijah approached all the people and said, “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow Him. But if Baal is God, follow him.” But the people did not answer a word. Judges 2:11-13 And the Israelites did evil in the sight of the LORD and served the Baals. / Thus they forsook the LORD, the God of their fathers, who had brought them out of the land of Egypt, and they followed after various gods of the peoples around them. They bowed down to them and provoked the LORD to anger, / for they forsook Him and served Baal and the Ashtoreths. Ner, 1 Chronicles 8:33 Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul, and Saul was the father of Jonathan, Malchishua, Abinadab, and Esh-baal. 1 Samuel 14:50-51 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. Nadab, Exodus 6:23 And Aaron married Elisheba, the daughter of Amminadab and sister of Nahshon, and she bore him Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar. 1 Kings 14:20 And the length of Jeroboam’s reign was twenty-two years, and he rested with his fathers, and his son Nadab reigned in his place. 1 Kings 15:25-31 In the second year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Nadab son of Jeroboam became king of Israel, and he reigned two years. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and walked in the way of his father and in his sin, which he had caused Israel to commit. / Then Baasha son of Ahijah of the house of Issachar conspired against Nadab, and Baasha struck him down at Gibbethon of the Philistines while Nadab and all Israel were besieging the city. … 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 2:8-10 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. / Saul’s son Ish-bosheth was forty years old when he began to reign over Israel, and he reigned for two years. The house of Judah, however, followed David. 2 Samuel 3:1 Now the war between the house of Saul and the house of David was protracted. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker. Treasury of Scripture And his firstborn son Abdon, then Zur, and Kish, and Baal, and Ner, and Nadab. Kish 1 Chronicles 9:39 And Ner begat Kish; and Kish begat Saul; and Saul begat Jonathan, and Malchishua, and Abinadab, and Eshbaal. 1 Chronicles 8:33 And Ner begat Kish, and Kish begat Saul, and Saul begat Jonathan, and Malchishua, and Abinadab, and Eshbaal. Jump to Previous Abdon Baal Ba'al Firstborn First-Born Followed Kish Nadab Ner Oldest ZurJump to Next Abdon Baal Ba'al Firstborn First-Born Followed Kish Nadab Ner Oldest Zur1 Chronicles 9 1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies2. The Israelites 10. The priests 14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem 27. The charge of certain Levites 35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan Abdon was his firstborn son, Abdon, meaning “servant” or “worshiper,” headed Jeiel’s household and held the customary responsibility of the firstborn within this Benjamite family. His place in the record preserves the order and continuity of a clan living in Gibeon. 1Ch 8:30 and Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur,… then Zur, Zur belonged to the same household whose descendants remained significant among the tribe of Benjamin. The Chronicler carefully retained such family lines to show that Israel’s restoration after exile rested on God’s continuing faithfulness to His covenant people. Num 25:15 And the name of the slain Midianite woman was Cozbi,… Kish, Kish was part of the wider Benjamite family associated with Israel’s first king. Later in the genealogy, Ner is identified as the father of another Kish, the father of Saul, linking this household to the royal history of Benjamin. 1Sa 9:1-3 Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man,… Baal, Baal, meaning “lord” or “master,” appears here as a personal name within an Israelite genealogy, not as an endorsement of idol worship. The record identifies a real member of Jeiel’s family and underscores the distinct identity of each branch within the tribe. 1Ki 18:21 Then Elijah approached all the people and said,… Ner, Ner, meaning “lamp” or “light,” became an important ancestor in Saul’s family line. His son Kish fathered Saul, while Ner was also the father of Abner, Saul’s military commander, connecting this household with the early monarchy and its struggles. 1Ch 8:33 Ner was the father of Kish, Kish was the father of Saul,… Nadab, Nadab, meaning “generous” or “noble,” completes this portion of Jeiel’s sons, bearing witness to the breadth of the family God preserved within Benjamin. Even names without further recorded deeds testify that the Lord remembers His people and faithfully sustains their generations. Exo 6:23 And Aaron married Elisheba, the daughter of Amminadab… Persons / Places / Events 1. AhazA descendant of Saul, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. His lineage is part of the chronicling of Israel's history. 2. Jehoaddah Son of Ahaz, continuing the genealogical line. His name means "Yahweh has adorned." 3. Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri Sons of Jehoaddah, each representing a link in the chain of Israel's history. Their names reflect the cultural and religious heritage of the time. 4. Moza Son of Zimri, furthering the genealogical record. His name means "departure" or "going forth." 5. Tribe of Benjamin The tribe to which these individuals belong, significant in Israel's history for its role in the formation of the kingdom and its association with King Saul. Teaching Points The Importance of GenealogyGenealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to His promises and faithfulness throughout generations. God's Faithfulness Across Generations The continuity of names and families in Scripture reminds us of God's enduring faithfulness and His plan through history. Identity and Heritage Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ and our role in God's kingdom. The Role of Individuals in God's Plan Each person, regardless of how briefly mentioned, plays a part in the unfolding of God's redemptive history. Legacy and Influence Our lives contribute to a legacy that can influence future generations for God's glory. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 9:36?2. How does 1 Chronicles 9:36 highlight the importance of family lineage in Scripture? 3. What role does family heritage play in fulfilling God's promises in the Bible? 4. How can understanding genealogies strengthen our faith in God's faithfulness? 5. How does 1 Chronicles 9:36 connect to God's covenant with Israel? 6. How can we honor our spiritual heritage in our daily lives today? 7. What is the significance of Jehoaddah's lineage in 1 Chronicles 9:36? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 9:36 contribute to understanding biblical genealogies? 9. Why is the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 9:36 important for biblical history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 9? What Does 1 Chronicles 9:36 Mean Abdon“Abdon was his firstborn son…” (1 Chronicles 9:36) • The firstborn son in Scripture receives special acknowledgment, reflecting primacy and responsibility (Genesis 49:3; Deuteronomy 21:17). • Abdon heads this list, signaling the continuation of Jehiel’s line within Benjamin (1 Chronicles 9:35). • God’s faithfulness to every generation is underscored here; nothing in a family line is overlooked by Him (Psalm 145:13). Zur “…then Zur…” • Zur, second in the lineup, reminds us that God often builds His purposes through those beyond the firstborn as well (Genesis 48:13-20). • His name evokes the image of strength and stability; Scripture repeatedly portrays the Lord as a sure “rock” (2 Samuel 22:2-3; Psalm 18:2). • Even lesser-known figures like Zur testify that every life in God’s plan has meaning, no matter how briefly mentioned. Kish “…Kish…” • Kish is crucial because he is the father of King Saul (1 Samuel 9:1-2). • This brief notice ties the Chronicler’s genealogy to Israel’s first monarchy, showing God’s sovereign weaving of history (1 Samuel 10:24). • The placement here prepares readers for how a seemingly ordinary family becomes central to national leadership (Acts 13:21). Baal “…Baal…” • Early Israelite names occasionally included the term “Baal,” meaning “lord” or “master,” before association with Canaanite idolatry dominated the word (1 Chronicles 8:30). • The presence of the name illustrates how language and culture shift over time (compare Hosea 2:16). • It also highlights the Chronicler’s honesty—recording names exactly as they were without alteration, affirming Scripture’s historical precision. Ner “…Ner…” • Ner is the father of Abner, Saul’s cousin and commander (1 Samuel 14:50-51). • Through Ner the text links Saul’s royal house to its military leadership, revealing how family networks shaped Israel’s early kingdom. • God’s providence is evident in charting these connections, ensuring leadership structures suited Israel’s needs (2 Samuel 3:6-10). Nadab “…Nadab.” • Though sharing his name with the son of Aaron (Leviticus 10:1), this Nadab stands in the Benjamite line. • The repetition of certain names across tribes reminds us that God tracks each individual lineage (Malachi 3:16). • By ending the verse with Nadab, the Chronicler completes a six-son portrait that displays fullness and balance within the family (compare Ruth 4:18-22 for another concise genealogy). summary 1 Chronicles 9:36, while a single verse, threads six sons into the tapestry of Benjamin’s heritage: Abdon, Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, and Nadab. Each name confirms God’s meticulous record-keeping, underscores the value of every generation, and prepares the way for key figures—especially Kish, father of Saul. The verse quietly but powerfully proclaims that nothing in God’s Word is incidental; every detail serves His redemptive storyline, demonstrating His faithfulness from one generation to the next. (36) Zur.—“Rock,” a Divine title. (Comp. Pedahzur, “the Rock hath ransomed;” Zurishaddai, “the Rock is the Lofty One;” if we may connect the difficult Shaddai with the Assyrian term sadu, “mountain.” But it seems better to explain it from the root shādāh, “to pour out,” which is found in Aramaic and Arabic; so that Shaddai would signify “giver of rain.” (Comp. Joel 2:23.)Baal has been compounded with Nadab, to form a single name, Baal-nadab, “Baal is prince.” (Comp. Baal-gad, “Baal is Gad;” Baal-hanan, “Baal is bounteous,” 1Chronicles 1:49.) In that case Ner is out of place. Hebrew Abdonעַבְדּ֑וֹן (‘aḇ·dō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5658: Abdon -- four Israelites, also a Levitical city was his firstborn הַבְּכ֖וֹר (hab·bə·ḵō·wr) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1060: Firstborn, chief son, וּבְנ֥וֹ (ū·ḇə·nōw) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son then Zur, וְצ֣וּר (wə·ṣūr) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6698: Zur -- 'rock', a Midianite, also a Gibeonite Kish, וְקִ֔ישׁ (wə·qîš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7027: Kish -- father of Saul, also the name of several other Israelites Baal, וּבַ֥עַל (ū·ḇa·‘al) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1168: Baal -- a heathen god Ner, וְנֵ֖ר (wə·nêr) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5369: Ner -- father of Abner, also the father of Kish Nadab, וְנָדָֽב׃ (wə·nā·ḏāḇ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5070: Nadab -- an Israelite name Additonal Resources 1 Chronicles 9:36 Blue Letter Bible1 Chronicles 9:36 Bible Gateway 1 Chronicles 9:36 Bible.com 1 Chronicles 9:36 NIV |
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