1 Chronicles 2:17
New International Version
Abigail was the mother of Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

New Living Translation
Abigail married a man named Jether, an Ishmaelite, and they had a son named Amasa.

English Standard Version
Abigail bore Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Berean Standard Bible
Abigail was the mother of Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

King James Bible
And Abigail bare Amasa: and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmeelite.

New King James Version
Abigail bore Amasa; and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

New American Standard Bible
Abigail gave birth to Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

NASB 1995
Abigail bore Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

NASB 1977
And Abigail bore Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Legacy Standard Bible
Abigail bore Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Amplified Bible
Abigail gave birth to Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Christian Standard Bible
Amasa’s mother was Abigail, and his father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Amasa’s mother was Abigail, and his father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

American Standard Version
And Abigail bare Amasa; and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Contemporary English Version
Abigail's husband was Jether, who was a descendant of Ishmael, and their son was Amasa.

English Revised Version
And Abigail bare Amasa: and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Abigail was the mother of Amasa, whose father was Jether, a descendant of Ishmael.

Good News Translation
His other daughter Abigail married Jether, a descendant of Ishmael, and they had a son named Amasa.

International Standard Version
Abigail bore Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Majority Standard Bible
Abigail was the mother of Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

NET Bible
Abigail bore Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

New Heart English Bible
Abigail bore Amasa; and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Abigail bore Amasa: and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

World English Bible
Abigail bore Amasa; and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Abigail has borne Amasa, and the father of Amasa [is] Jether the Ishmaelite.

Young's Literal Translation
And Abigail hath borne Amasa, and the father of Amasa is Jether the Ishmeelite.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Abigail bare Amasa: and the father of Amasa, Jether an Ishmaelite.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Abigail bore Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ismahelite.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Abigail conceived Amasa, whose father was Jether, the Ishmaelite.

New American Bible
Abigail bore Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite.

New Revised Standard Version
Abigail bore Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Abigail bore Amasa; and the father of Amasa was Jether.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Abigal gave birth to Amasa, and the father of Amasa was Yathar.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Abigail bore Amasa; and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmaelite.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Abigaia bore Amessab: and the father of Amessab was Jothor the Ismaelite.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Israel
16Their sisters were Zeruiah and Abigail. And the three sons of Zeruiah were Abishai, Joab, and Asahel. 17Abigail was the mother of Amasa, whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite. 18Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were the sons of Azubah: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon.…

Cross References
2 Samuel 17:25
Absalom had appointed Amasa over the army in place of Joab. Amasa was the son of a man named Ithra, the Ishmaelite who had married Abigail, the daughter of Nahash and sister of Zeruiah the mother of Joab.

2 Samuel 19:13
And say to Amasa, ‘Aren’t you my flesh and blood? May God punish me, and ever so severely, if from now on you are not the commander of my army in place of Joab!’”

2 Samuel 2:18
The three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Now Asahel was fleet of foot like a wild gazelle,

2 Samuel 23:18-19
Now Abishai, the brother of Joab and son of Zeruiah, was chief of the Three, and he wielded his spear against three hundred men, killed them, and won a name along with the Three. / Was he not more honored than the Three? And he became their commander, even though he was not included among the Three.

1 Chronicles 11:20-21
Now Abishai, the brother of Joab, was chief of the Three, and he wielded his spear against three hundred men, killed them, and won a name along with the Three. / He was doubly honored above the Three, and he became their commander, even though he was not included among the Three.

1 Chronicles 27:34
Ahithophel was succeeded by Jehoiada son of Benaiah, then by Abiathar. Joab was the commander of the king’s army.

1 Samuel 26:6
And David asked Ahimelech the Hittite and Abishai son of Zeruiah, Joab’s brother, “Who will go down with me to Saul in the camp?” “I will go with you,” answered Abishai.

1 Samuel 17:55-58
As Saul had watched David going out to confront the Philistine, he said to Abner the commander of the army, “Abner, whose son is this young man?” “As surely as you live, O king,” Abner replied, “I do not know.” / “Find out whose son this young man is!” said the king. / So when David returned from killing the Philistine, still holding his head in his hand, Abner took him and brought him before Saul. ...

1 Samuel 18:2
And from that day Saul kept David with him and did not let him return to his father’s house.

1 Samuel 22:1-2
So David left Gath and took refuge in the cave of Adullam. When his brothers and the rest of his father’s household heard about it, they went down to him there. / And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him.

Matthew 1:6
and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,

Matthew 1:16
and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.

Luke 3:31-32
the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David, / the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon,

Luke 3:23
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli,

Romans 1:3
regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh,


Treasury of Scripture

And Abigail bore Amasa: and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmeelite.

Amasa.

2 Samuel 17:25
And Absalom made Amasa captain of the host instead of Joab: which Amasa was a man's son, whose name was Ithra an Israelite, that went in to Abigail the daughter of Nahash, sister to Zeruiah Joab's mother.

2 Samuel 19:13
And say ye to Amasa, Art thou not of my bone, and of my flesh? God do so to me, and more also, if thou be not captain of the host before me continually in the room of Joab.

2 Samuel 20:4-12
Then said the king to Amasa, Assemble me the men of Judah within three days, and be thou here present…

Jether.

2 Samuel 17:25
And Absalom made Amasa captain of the host instead of Joab: which Amasa was a man's son, whose name was Ithra an Israelite, that went in to Abigail the daughter of Nahash, sister to Zeruiah Joab's mother.

Ithra an Israelite.

Ishmeelite.

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1 Chronicles 2
1. The sons of Israel.
3. The posterity of Judah by Tamar.
13. The children of Jesse.
18. The posterity of Caleb the son of Hezron.
21. Hezron's posterity by the daughter of Machir.
25. Jerahmeel's posterity.
34. Sheshan's posterity.
42. Another branch of Caleb's posterity.
50. The posterity of Caleb the son of Hur.














Abigail was the mother of Amasa
Abigail, in this context, is identified as the sister of Zeruiah and the half-sister of King David, making her a member of the royal family of Judah. Her role as the mother of Amasa places her in the genealogical line that connects to the leadership of Israel. Amasa was appointed by Absalom as the commander of his army during the rebellion against David, which highlights the complex family dynamics and political tensions within David's reign. This connection underscores the importance of familial ties and loyalties in the biblical narrative, as well as the recurring theme of internal conflict within the house of David.

whose father was Jether the Ishmaelite
Jether, also known as Ithra in some translations, is identified as an Ishmaelite, indicating his descent from Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. This detail is significant as it highlights the intermingling of different ethnic and tribal groups within Israel's history. The Ishmaelites were traditionally seen as outsiders to the covenant community of Israel, yet Jether's inclusion in the genealogy of Judah reflects the broader biblical theme of God's purposes extending beyond ethnic boundaries. This connection also serves as a reminder of the complex relationships between the descendants of Abraham, including both the Israelites and the Ishmaelites, and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan through diverse lineages.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Abigail
A woman mentioned in the genealogy of Judah. She is the mother of Amasa, who becomes a significant military leader.

2. Amasa
The son of Abigail and Jether, Amasa later becomes a commander of the army under Absalom and is eventually appointed by David as commander of his army, replacing Joab.

3. Jether the Ishmaelite
The father of Amasa. His designation as an Ishmaelite indicates a connection to the descendants of Ishmael, Abraham's son with Hagar.

4. Judah
The tribe from which this genealogy is derived, highlighting the lineage and connections within the tribe.

5. Genealogy of Judah
This passage is part of the broader genealogical record in 1 Chronicles, which traces the lineage of the tribes of Israel, emphasizing the importance of heritage and God's promises to His people.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Lineage and Heritage
The genealogies in Chronicles remind us of the significance of family heritage and God's faithfulness across generations. Reflect on how your spiritual heritage influences your faith journey.

God's Sovereignty in Leadership
Amasa's role as a military leader under both Absalom and David illustrates how God can use individuals in various capacities, even amidst political turmoil. Consider how God might be calling you to serve in your community or church.

The Complexity of Human Relationships
The relationships between Abigail, Jether, and Amasa, and their connections to broader biblical accounts, show the complexity of human relationships and God's work through them. Reflect on how God is working through your relationships to fulfill His purposes.

Lessons from History
The genealogies and historical accounts in the Bible provide lessons for us today. Study these accounts to gain wisdom and understanding for your own life.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Abigail
וַאֲבִיגַ֕יִל (wa·’ă·ḇî·ḡa·yil)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 26: Abigail -- 'my father is joy', two Israelite women

was the mother
יָלְדָ֖ה (yā·lə·ḏāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

of Amasa,
עֲמָשָׂ֑א (‘ă·mā·śā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6021: Amasa -- two Israelites

whose
עֲמָשָׂ֔א (‘ă·mā·śā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6021: Amasa -- two Israelites

father
וַאֲבִ֣י (wa·’ă·ḇî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1: Father

was Jether
יֶ֖תֶר (ye·ṯer)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3500: Jether -- Moses' father-in-law, also the name of several Israelites

the Ishmaelite.
הַיִּשְׁמְעֵאלִֽי׃ (hay·yiš·mə·‘ê·lî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3459: Ishmaelites -- descendant of Ishmael


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