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Caleb's concubine Ephah was the mother of Haran, Moza, and Gazez. Haran was the father of Gazez. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 2:46? 2. How does 1 Chronicles 2:46 highlight the importance of family lineage in Scripture? 3. What can we learn about God's faithfulness through Caleb's descendants in 1 Chronicles 2:46? 4. How does the lineage in 1 Chronicles 2:46 connect to God's promises to Israel? 5. In what ways can we honor our spiritual heritage, as seen in 1 Chronicles 2:46? 6. How does understanding biblical genealogies enhance our appreciation for God's plan in Scripture? 7. Who was Ephah in 1 Chronicles 2:46, and what is her significance in biblical history? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 2:46 contribute to understanding the genealogy of Caleb? 9. What does 1 Chronicles 2:46 reveal about the role of concubines in biblical times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 2? 11. How does 1 Chronicles 27's census reconcile with other conflicting census figures in the Bible (e.g., 2 Samuel 24)? 12. 1 Chronicles 14:8-17 - How do we reconcile any discrepancies between this account of David's battles with the Philistines and the parallel text in 2 Samuel 5? 13. 1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath? 14. How can 2 Chronicles 16:1 claim Baasha attacked Judah in Asa's thirty-sixth year if 1 Kings 15:33 indicates Baasha died years earlier? Discussion Questions 1. How does Caleb's faithfulness in Numbers 13-14 influence the way we view his family lineage in 1 Chronicles 2:46? 2. What can we learn from the inclusion of concubines and their children in biblical genealogies about God's view of family and heritage? 3. How does the account of Caleb and his descendants encourage us to consider the legacy we are leaving for future generations? 4. In what ways do the genealogies in 1 Chronicles help us understand the broader account of God's covenant with Israel? 5. How can we apply the lessons from Caleb's life and family to our own lives, particularly in terms of faithfulness and trust in God's promises? 1 Chronicles 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How does seeing the lineage of Israel from Judah to David highlight God's long-term plan for His people? 2. How might the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 2 speak to the value of every individual in God's eyes? 3. Reflect on the significance of Judah's lineage, leading to King David. What does this tell us about God's plan? 4. How does understanding the genealogy of King David increase your appreciation for God's sovereign hand in history? 5. Why do you think the Bible includes detailed genealogical records like those in 1 Chronicles 2? 6. How might the circumstances surrounding Perez's birth (Judah's son) resonate with the theme of God's grace and redemption? 7. How can we apply the lesson of God's providence, as evidenced in this chapter, to our own lives? 8. How can seeing God's long-term plan in 1 Chronicles 2 offer comfort during uncertain times in our own lives? 9. How does the presence of craftsmen among the descendants of Judah speak to the value of various vocations and skills in society? 10. What can we learn from the faithfulness of God in keeping His promises over generations? 11. How does the genealogy in this chapter contribute to our understanding of the humanity of biblical figures? 12. How can we find inspiration in the lives of seemingly less significant individuals listed in this genealogy? 13. If you were one of the lesser-known individuals in this lineage, how would you feel about your part in God's plan? 14. In today's context, how can we contribute to God's plan, even if we feel insignificant? 15. How can the promise of God's plan continuing through generations provide comfort for the future of your family? 16. How can the historical context of 1 Chronicles 2 inform our reading of other biblical narratives? 17. How would you respond to someone questioning the relevance of biblical genealogies to the modern believer? 18. How might tracing Jesus' lineage back to David and Judah affect our understanding of the promise of the Messiah? 19. What does the careful preservation of these genealogical records say about the culture and values of ancient Israel? 20. How does understanding God's long-term plans, as evidenced in this genealogy, impact your trust in His plans for your life? Links 1 Chronicles 2:46 NIV 1 Chronicles 2:46 NLT 1 Chronicles 2:46 ESV 1 Chronicles 2:46 NASB 1 Chronicles 2:46 KJV 1 Chronicles 2:46 Commentaries Bible Hub