The descendants of Ephraim: Shuthelah, Bered his son, Tahath his son, Eleadah his son, Tahath his son, The descendants of EphraimThis phrase introduces the genealogy of Ephraim, one of the sons of Joseph. Ephraim's name in Hebrew, "אֶפְרָיִם" (Ephrayim), means "fruitful," reflecting the blessing Jacob bestowed upon him in Genesis 48:19, where Ephraim was prophesied to become a multitude of nations. This genealogy underscores the fulfillment of that blessing, as Ephraim's lineage is detailed, showing the growth and establishment of his family within the tribes of Israel. Shuthelah Bered his son Tahath his son Eleadah his son Tahath his son Persons / Places / Events 1. EphraimThe second son of Joseph, born in Egypt. Ephraim was blessed by Jacob, who prophesied that his descendants would become a multitude of nations. 2. Shuthelah A descendant of Ephraim, mentioned as the first in the genealogy listed in this verse. 3. Bered The son of Shuthelah, continuing the lineage of Ephraim. 4. Tahath Mentioned twice, indicating a generational repetition or a common name within the family line. 5. Eleadah Another descendant in the line of Ephraim, showing the continuation of the family tree. Teaching Points The Importance of GenealogyGenealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's promises through generations. They remind us of God's faithfulness and the continuity of His plan. Legacy and Heritage The listing of names emphasizes the importance of family heritage and the impact of our ancestors. We are encouraged to consider the legacy we are leaving for future generations. God's Sovereignty in History The genealogies show that God is actively involved in the unfolding of history. Each name represents a life that played a part in God's redemptive plan. Identity in Christ While genealogies were crucial for identity in ancient Israel, as Christians, our primary identity is found in Christ. This shifts our focus from earthly lineage to spiritual heritage. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the genealogy of Ephraim in 1 Chronicles 7:20 reflect God's faithfulness to His promises made to the patriarchs?2. In what ways can understanding our own family history and heritage impact our faith journey today? 3. How does the blessing of Ephraim by Jacob in Genesis 48 relate to the significance of his descendants listed in 1 Chronicles 7:20? 4. What can we learn from the repetition of names like Tahath in the genealogy, and how might this apply to our understanding of family and tradition? 5. How does the concept of spiritual heritage, as seen in the New Testament, transform our understanding of genealogies like the one in 1 Chronicles 7:20? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 48This chapter provides the background of Ephraim's blessing by Jacob, which is foundational to understanding the significance of his descendants. Numbers 1:33 This verse lists the descendants of Ephraim as part of the census of the tribes of Israel, showing their role in the nation. Joshua 16 Describes the land inheritance of the tribe of Ephraim, connecting the genealogical record to the physical land they occupied.
People Abiah, Abiezer, Abijah, Aher, Ahi, Ahian, Ahishahar, Aiah, Alameth, Alemeth, Amal, Ammihud, Anathoth, Aniam, Ara, Arah, Aram, Asher, Ashriel, Ashvath, Asriel, Becher, Bedan, Beera, Bela, Benjamin, Bered, Beri, Beriah, Bezer, Bilhah, Bilhan, Bimhal, Birzavith, Chenaanah, Dan, David, Ehud, Eladah, Elead, Eliezer, Elioenai, Elishama, Ezbon, Ezer, Guni, Hammoleketh, Haniel, Hanniel, Harnepher, Heber, Helem, Hod, Hotham, Huppim, Huppites, Hushim, Hushites, Imna, Imnah, Imrah, Iri, Ishiah, Ishod, Ishuai, Issachar, Isshiah, Isuah, Ithran, Izrahiah, Jahmai, Jahziel, Japhlet, Jashub, Jediael, Jehoshua, Jehoshuah, Jehubbah, Jephunneh, Jeremoth, Jeriel, Jerimoth, Jether, Jeush, Jezer, Jibsam, Jimna, Jimnah, Joash, Joel, Joseph, Joshua, Laadan, Likhi, Maacah, Maachah, Machir, Mahalah, Mahlah, Malchiel, Manasseh, Michael, Naphtali, Non, Nun, Obadiah, Omri, Pasach, Peresh, Pispah, Puah, Rakem, Rekem, Rephah, Rephaiah, Resheph, Rezia, Rohgah, Samuel, Serah, Shallum, Shamer, Shamma, Shaul, Shelesh, Shemer, Shemida, Shemidah, Shemuel, Sherah, Sheresh, Shillem, Shilshah, Shimrom, Shimron, Shomer, Shua, Shual, Shuppim, Shuppites, Shuthelah, Suah, Tahan, Tahath, Tarshish, Telah, Tharshish, Tola, Ulam, Ulla, Uzzi, Uzziel, Zabad, Zelophehad, Zemira, Zethan, ZophahPlaces Ayyah, Bethel, Beth-horon, Beth-shan, Dor, Gath, Gezer, Gilead, Heshbon, Megiddo, Naaran, Shechem, Taanach, Upper Beth-horon, Uzzen-sheerahTopics Bered, Eladah, Eleadah, Ele-a'dah, Ephraim, E'phraim, Shuthelah, Shuthe'lah, Sons, TahathDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Chronicles 7:14-40Library ChroniclesThe comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book … John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament Links 1 Chronicles 7:20 NIV1 Chronicles 7:20 NLT 1 Chronicles 7:20 ESV 1 Chronicles 7:20 NASB 1 Chronicles 7:20 KJV 1 Chronicles 7:20 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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