1 Chronicles 1:25
New International Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

New Living Translation
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

English Standard Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu;

Berean Standard Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

King James Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

New King James Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

New American Standard Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

NASB 1995
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

NASB 1977
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Legacy Standard Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Amplified Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Christian Standard Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

American Standard Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

English Revised Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Good News Translation
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

International Standard Version
who fathered Eber, who fathered Peleg, who fathered Reu,

Majority Standard Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

NET Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

New Heart English Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Webster's Bible Translation
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

World English Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Young's Literal Translation
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Smith's Literal Translation
Eber, Peleg, Reu.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Heber, Phaleg, Ragau,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

New American Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

New Revised Standard Version
Eber, Peleg, Reu;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Eber, Palag, Aru.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Eber, Peleg, Reu;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Eber, Pheleg, Ragan,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
From Adam to Abraham
24So from Shem came Arphaxad, Shelah, 25Eber, Peleg, Reu, 26Serug, Nahor, Terah,…

Cross References
Genesis 11:10-26
This is the account of Shem. Two years after the flood, when Shem was 100 years old, he became the father of Arphaxad. / And after he had become the father of Arphaxad, Shem lived 500 years and had other sons and daughters. / When Arphaxad was 35 years old, he became the father of Shelah. ...

Genesis 10:21-25
And sons were also born to Shem, the older brother of Japheth; Shem was the forefather of all the sons of Eber. / The sons of Shem: Elam, Asshur, Arphaxad, Lud, and Aram. / The sons of Aram: Uz, Hul, Gether, and Mash. ...

Luke 3:34-36
the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor, / the son of Serug, the son of Reu, the son of Peleg, the son of Eber, the son of Shelah, / the son of Cainan, the son of Arphaxad, the son of Shem, the son of Noah, the son of Lamech,

Genesis 5:32
After Noah was 500 years old, he became the father of Shem, Ham, and Japheth.

Genesis 9:18-19
The sons of Noah who came out of the ark were Shem, Ham, and Japheth. And Ham was the father of Canaan. / These three were the sons of Noah, and from them the whole earth was populated.

Genesis 11:1-9
Now the whole world had one language and a common form of speech. / And as people journeyed eastward, they found a plain in the land of Shinar and settled there. / And they said to one another, “Come, let us make bricks and bake them thoroughly.” So they used brick instead of stone, and tar instead of mortar. ...

Genesis 10:1-32
This is the account of Noah’s sons Shem, Ham, and Japheth, who also had sons after the flood. / The sons of Japheth: Gomer, Magog, Madai, Javan, Tubal, Meshech, and Tiras. / The sons of Gomer: Ashkenaz, Riphath, and Togarmah. ...

Acts 17:26
From one man He made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and He determined their appointed times and the boundaries of their lands.

Genesis 5:1-32
This is the book of the generations of Adam. In the day that God created man, He made him in His own likeness. / Male and female He created them, and He blessed them. And in the day they were created, He called them “man.” / When Adam was 130 years old, he had a son in his own likeness, after his own image; and he named him Seth. ...

Romans 5:12-14
Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned. / For sin was in the world before the law was given; but sin is not taken into account when there is no law. / Nevertheless, death reigned from Adam until Moses, even over those who did not sin in the way that Adam transgressed. He is a pattern of the One to come.

Genesis 9:1
And God blessed Noah and his sons and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth.

Genesis 11:27
This is the account of Terah. Terah became the father of Abram, Nahor, and Haran. And Haran became the father of Lot.

Genesis 9:28-29
After the flood, Noah lived 350 years. / So Noah lived a total of 950 years, and then he died.

Genesis 11:32
Terah lived 205 years, and he died in Haran.

Genesis 12:1-3
Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”


Treasury of Scripture

Eber, Peleg, Reu,

Eber.

Luke 3:35
Which was the son of Saruch, which was the son of Ragau, which was the son of Phalec, which was the son of Heber, which was the son of Sala,

Heber.

Luke 3:35
Which was the son of Saruch, which was the son of Ragau, which was the son of Phalec, which was the son of Heber, which was the son of Sala,

Phalec.

Luke 3:35
Which was the son of Saruch, which was the son of Ragau, which was the son of Phalec, which was the son of Heber, which was the son of Sala,

Ragau.

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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.














Eber
Eber is a significant figure in biblical genealogies, often considered the ancestor of the Hebrews. His name is associated with the term "Hebrew," which is used to describe the descendants of Abraham. Eber's lineage is crucial as it connects to the line of Shem, one of Noah's sons, emphasizing the continuity of God's covenantal promises through specific family lines. Eber's mention in genealogies highlights the importance of maintaining a record of God's chosen people, which is a recurring theme throughout the Old Testament. His descendants include notable figures such as Abraham, further establishing the significance of his lineage in the unfolding of biblical history.

Peleg
Peleg is noted for the division of the earth during his lifetime, as mentioned in Genesis 10:25. This division is often interpreted as a reference to the scattering of peoples and the confusion of languages at the Tower of Babel, an event that underscores God's sovereignty and the consequences of human pride. Peleg's name, meaning "division," serves as a reminder of this pivotal moment in biblical history. The genealogical record of Peleg also emphasizes the continuation of God's plan through specific family lines, as his descendants are part of the lineage leading to Abraham and ultimately to Jesus Christ, fulfilling God's redemptive purposes.

Reu
Reu is a lesser-known figure in the genealogical records, yet his inclusion is vital for tracing the lineage from Shem to Abraham. His presence in the genealogy underscores the meticulous preservation of family lines that are central to the biblical narrative. Reu's mention serves as a link in the chain that connects the post-flood world to the patriarchs, highlighting the faithfulness of God in preserving a remnant through whom His promises would be fulfilled. The genealogies, including Reu's, demonstrate the unfolding of God's plan for humanity, culminating in the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate fulfillment of God's covenant with His people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Eber
Eber is an ancestor of the Israelites and is often associated with the term "Hebrew." His lineage is significant in the genealogical records of the Bible, linking the post-flood generations to the patriarchs.

2. Peleg
Peleg is noted in the genealogies for the division of the earth during his lifetime. His name is often associated with this event, which may refer to a significant geographical or social division.

3. Reu
Reu is a lesser-known figure in the genealogies, but he serves as a link in the lineage from Shem to Abraham, highlighting the continuity of God's plan through generations.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible are not just historical records; they demonstrate God's faithfulness in preserving His people and fulfilling His promises through generations.

God's Sovereignty in History
The mention of Peleg and the division of the earth reminds us that God is sovereign over historical events, orchestrating them according to His divine plan.

Continuity of God's Plan
The lineage from Eber to Reu shows the continuity of God's redemptive plan, culminating in Jesus Christ. This encourages believers to trust in God's ongoing work in their lives.

Identity and Heritage
Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ, reminding us that we are part of a larger account that God is writing.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Eber,
עֵ֥בֶר (‘ê·ḇer)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5677: Eber -- 'region beyond', a descendant of Shem, also the name of several Israelites

Peleg,
פֶּ֖לֶג (pe·leḡ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6389: Peleg -- a son of Eber

Reu,
רְעֽוּ׃ (rə·‘ū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7466: Reu -- son of Peleg


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