1 Chronicles 1:11
New International Version
Egypt was the father of the Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites,

New Living Translation
Mizraim was the ancestor of the Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites,

English Standard Version
Egypt fathered Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,

Berean Standard Bible
Mizraim was the father of the Ludites, the Anamites, the Lehabites, the Naphtuhites,

King James Bible
And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

New King James Version
Mizraim begot Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,

New American Standard Bible
Mizraim fathered the people of Lud, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

NASB 1995
Mizraim became the father of the people of Lud, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

NASB 1977
And Mizraim became the father of the people of Lud, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

Legacy Standard Bible
Mizraim was the father of the people of Lud, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

Amplified Bible
Mizraim became the father of the people of Lud, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

Christian Standard Bible
Mizraim fathered the people of Lud, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Mizraim fathered Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,

American Standard Version
And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

Contemporary English Version
Egypt was the ancestor of Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,

English Revised Version
And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Egypt was the ancestor of the Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites,

Good News Translation
The descendants of Egypt were the people of Lydia, Anam, Lehab, Naphtuh,

International Standard Version
Mitzraim fathered the Ludim, the Anamim, the Lehabim, the Naphtuhim,

Majority Standard Bible
Mizraim was the father of the Ludites, the Anamites, the Lehabites, the Naphtuhites,

NET Bible
Mizraim was the father of the Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites,

New Heart English Bible
Mizraim became the father of Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

World English Bible
Mizraim became the father of Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Mizraim begot the Ludim, and the Anamim, and the Lehabim, and the Naphtuhim,

Young's Literal Translation
And Mizraim begat the Ludim, and the Anamim, and the Lehabim, and the Naphtuhim,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Mizraim begat Ludim and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But Mesraim begot Ludim, and Anamim, and Laabim, and Nephtuim,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Truly, Mizraim conceived Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

New American Bible
Mizraim became the father of the Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,

New Revised Standard Version
Egypt became the father of Ludim, Anamim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Mizraim begat Ludim, Jaabim, Lehabim, Naphtuhim,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Metsrim begot Ludeem and Yabeem, Lahbeem and Yaphtukheem.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Mizraim begot Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
From Adam to Abraham
10Cush was the father of Nimrod, who began to be a mighty one on the earth. 11Mizraim was the father of the Ludites, the Anamites, the Lehabites, the Naphtuhites, 12the Pathrusites, the Casluhites (from whom the Philistines came), and the Caphtorites.…

Cross References
Genesis 10:6-8
The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. / The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan. / Cush was the father of Nimrod, who began to be a mighty one on the earth.

Exodus 1:11
So the Egyptians appointed taskmasters over the Israelites to oppress them with forced labor. As a result, they built Pithom and Rameses as store cities for Pharaoh.

Isaiah 19:6-7
The canals will stink; the streams of Egypt will trickle and dry up; the reeds and rushes will wither. / The bulrushes by the Nile, by the mouth of the river, and all the fields sown along the Nile, will wither, blow away, and be no more.

Ezekiel 29:10-12
therefore I am against you and against your rivers. I will turn the land of Egypt into a ruin, a desolate wasteland from Migdol to Syene, and as far as the border of Cush. / No foot of man or beast will pass through, and it will be uninhabited for forty years. / I will make the land of Egypt a desolation among desolate lands, and her cities will lie desolate for forty years among the ruined cities. And I will disperse the Egyptians among the nations and scatter them throughout the countries.

Nahum 3:9
Cush and Egypt were her boundless strength; Put and Libya were her allies.

Jeremiah 46:9
Advance, O horses! Race furiously, O chariots! Let the warriors come forth—Cush and Put carrying their shields, men of Lydia drawing the bow.

Psalm 87:4
“I will mention Rahab and Babylon among those who know Me—along with Philistia, Tyre, and Cush—when I say, ‘This one was born in Zion.’”

Isaiah 11:11
On that day the Lord will extend His hand a second time to recover the remnant of His people from Assyria, from Egypt, from Pathros, from Cush, from Elam, from Shinar, from Hamath, and from the islands of the sea.

Ezekiel 30:4-5
A sword will come against Egypt, and there will be anguish in Cush when the slain fall in Egypt, its wealth is taken away, and its foundations are torn down. / Cush, Put, and Lud, and all the various peoples, as well as Libya and the men of the covenant land, will fall with Egypt by the sword.

Daniel 11:42-43
He will extend his power over many countries, and not even the land of Egypt will escape. / He will gain control of the treasures of gold and silver and over all the riches of Egypt, and the Libyans and Cushites will also submit to him.

Acts 2:10
Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome,

Acts 7:22
So Moses was educated in all the wisdom of the Egyptians and was powerful in speech and action.

Acts 13:17
The God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land.

Romans 9:17
For the Scripture says to Pharaoh: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power in you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth.”

2 Corinthians 11:20-21
In fact, you even put up with anyone who enslaves you or exploits you or takes advantage of you or exalts himself or strikes you in the face. / To my shame I concede that we were too weak for that! Speaking as a fool, however, I can match what anyone else dares to boast about.


Treasury of Scripture

And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

Genesis 10:13,14
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1 Chronicles 1
1. Adam's line to Noah.
5. The sons of Japheth.
8. The sons of Ham.
17. The sons of Shem.
24. Shem's line to Abraham.
29. Ishmael's sons.
32. The sons of Keturah.
34. The posterity of Abraham by Esau.
38. The sons of Seir.
43. The kings of Edom.
51. The dukes of Edom.














Mizraim
The name "Mizraim" is the Hebrew term for Egypt, often used in the Old Testament to refer to the nation and its people. In the genealogical context of 1 Chronicles, Mizraim is presented as a descendant of Noah's son Ham, emphasizing the historical and familial connections between the Israelites and their neighboring nations. The mention of Mizraim here underscores the significance of Egypt in biblical history, not only as a place of bondage for the Israelites but also as a land of refuge and interaction. The duality of Egypt's role in the biblical narrative serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty over nations and His ability to use them for His purposes.

was the father of
This phrase indicates a genealogical relationship, emphasizing the importance of lineage and heritage in the biblical narrative. In ancient cultures, genealogy was crucial for establishing identity, inheritance rights, and fulfilling God's promises to His people. The phrase "was the father of" signifies the continuation of a family line, which in the context of 1 Chronicles, serves to trace the origins of various nations and peoples. It highlights the interconnectedness of humanity and God's overarching plan for all nations.

the Ludites
The Ludites are believed to be descendants of Lud, another son of Shem, according to Genesis 10:22. However, in this context, they are associated with Mizraim, suggesting a different group or a branch of people within the Egyptian lineage. Historically, the Ludites may have been a people known for their skills in archery, as referenced in other biblical texts. This mention serves to illustrate the diversity and spread of nations from a common ancestry, reflecting the fulfillment of God's command to "be fruitful and multiply" across the earth.

Anamites
Little is known about the Anamites, as they are not frequently mentioned in biblical or extrabiblical sources. Their inclusion in this genealogy suggests they were a distinct group or tribe within the broader Egyptian context. The Anamites' mention serves as a reminder of the many peoples and cultures that have existed throughout history, each playing a role in the unfolding of God's plan. It also highlights the comprehensive nature of the biblical genealogies, which aim to account for all branches of humanity.

Lehabites
The Lehabites are often identified with the Libyans, a people located to the west of Egypt. This connection is supported by historical and archaeological evidence of interactions between Egypt and Libya. The Lehabites' inclusion in the genealogy of Mizraim underscores the geographical and cultural reach of the Egyptian influence in the ancient world. It also reflects the biblical theme of nations arising from a common origin, each with its unique identity and role in history.

Naphtuhites
The Naphtuhites are another group associated with the descendants of Mizraim. Their exact identity and location are not well-documented, but they are believed to have been part of the broader Egyptian or North African region. The mention of the Naphtuhites, like the other groups in this verse, serves to illustrate the complexity and diversity of the ancient world. It also highlights the meticulous nature of biblical genealogies, which seek to trace the origins and relationships of all peoples as part of God's creation.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And Mizraim
וּמִצְרַ֡יִם (ū·miṣ·ra·yim)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa

was the father of
יָלַ֞ד (yā·laḏ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

the Ludites,
לוּדִ֧ים (lū·ḏîm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3866: Ludim -- a tribe descended from Mizraim

the Anamites,
עֲנָמִ֛ים (‘ă·nā·mîm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6047: Anam -- a tribe descended from Mizraim, probably located in or near Eg

the Lehabites,
לְהָבִ֖ים (lə·hā·ḇîm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3853: Lehab -- a tribe descended from Mizraim

the Naphtuhites,
נַפְתֻּחִֽים׃ (nap̄·tu·ḥîm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5320: Naphtuh -- a tribe descended from Mizraim


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