1 Chronicles 2:19
New International Version
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

New Living Translation
After Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrathah, and they had a son named Hur.

English Standard Version
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Berean Standard Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur.

King James Bible
And when Azubah was dead, Caleb took unto him Ephrath, which bare him Hur.

New King James Version
When Azubah died, Caleb took Ephrath as his wife, who bore him Hur.

New American Standard Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur.

NASB 1995
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

NASB 1977
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Azubah died, and Caleb took for himself Ephrath as a wife, and she bore him Hur.

Amplified Bible
Azubah died, and Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Christian Standard Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, and she bore Hur to him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, and she bore Hur to him.

American Standard Version
And Azubah died, and Caleb took unto him Ephrath, who bare him Hur.

Contemporary English Version
After the death of Azubah, Caleb married Ephrath. Their son Hur

English Revised Version
And Azubah died, and Caleb took unto him Ephrath, which bare him Hur.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath. She gave birth to Hur.

Good News Translation
After the death of Azubah, Caleb married Ephrath, and they had a son named Hur.

International Standard Version
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Majority Standard Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur.

NET Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

New Heart English Bible
Azubah died, and Caleb took to himself Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Webster's Bible Translation
And when Azubah was dead, Caleb took to him Ephrath, who bore to him Hur,

World English Bible
Azubah died, and Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Azubah dies, and Caleb takes Ephrath to himself, and she bears Hur to him.

Young's Literal Translation
And Azubah dieth, and Caleb taketh to him Ephrath, and she beareth to him Hur.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Azubah will die, and Caleb will take to him Ephrath, and she will bear to him Hur.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when Azuba was dead, Caleb took to wife Ephrata: who bore him Hur.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when Azubah had died, Caleb took as wife Ephratha, who bore to him Hur.

New American Bible
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

New Revised Standard Version
When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore him Hur.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And when Arubah died, Caleb took to him Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Aruba died and Kalab took to himself Ephrath, and she bore to him Khur.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Azubah died, and Caleb took unto him Ephrath, who bore him Hur.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Gazuba died; and Chaleb took to himself Ephrath, and she bore to him Or.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Israel
18Caleb son of Hezron had children by his wife Azubah and by Jerioth. These were the sons of Azubah: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon. 19When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur. 20Hur was the father of Uri, and Uri was the father of Bezalel.…

Cross References
Ruth 4:11-22
“We are witnesses,” said the elders and all the people at the gate. “May the LORD make the woman entering your home like Rachel and Leah, who together built up the house of Israel. May you be prosperous in Ephrathah and famous in Bethlehem. / And may your house become like the house of Perez, whom Tamar bore to Judah, because of the offspring the LORD will give you by this young woman.” / So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife. And when he had relations with her, the LORD enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. ...

Matthew 1:3-6
Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. / Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon. / Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, ...

Luke 3:31-33
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, / the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah,

Genesis 38:29-30
But when he pulled his hand back and his brother came out, she said, “You have broken out first!” So he was named Perez. / Then his brother came out with the scarlet thread around his wrist, and he was named Zerah.

1 Samuel 16:1
Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.”

1 Samuel 17:12
Now David was the son of a man named Jesse, an Ephrathite from Bethlehem of Judah who had eight sons. And in the days of Saul, Jesse was old and well along in years.

2 Samuel 2:4
Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.”

2 Samuel 5:1-3
Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel.

2 Samuel 7:12-16
And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. ...

1 Kings 2:11
The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem.

1 Kings 11:36
I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name.

1 Chronicles 17:11-14
And when your days are fulfilled and you go to be with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, one of your own sons, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for Me, and I will establish his throne forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. And I will never remove My loving devotion from him as I removed it from your predecessor. ...

1 Chronicles 28:4
Yet the LORD, the God of Israel, chose me out of all my father’s house to be king over Israel forever. For He chose Judah as leader, and from the house of Judah He chose my father’s household, and from my father’s sons He was pleased to make me king over all Israel.

2 Chronicles 10:17
but Rehoboam still reigned over the Israelites living in the cities of Judah.

Psalm 89:3-4
You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant: / ‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah


Treasury of Scripture

And when Azubah was dead, Caleb took to him Ephrath, which bore him Hur.

Ephrath.

1 Chronicles 2:24,50
And after that Hezron was dead in Calebephratah, then Abiah Hezron's wife bare him Ashur the father of Tekoa…

1 Chronicles 4:4
And Penuel the father of Gedor, and Ezer the father of Hushah. These are the sons of Hur, the firstborn of Ephratah, the father of Bethlehem.

Micah 5:2
But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, though thou be little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of thee shall he come forth unto me that is to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth have been from of old, from everlasting.

Ephratah.

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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.














When Azubah died
This phrase indicates a transition in Caleb's life, marked by the death of his wife Azubah. In biblical times, the death of a spouse was a significant event, often leading to changes in family dynamics and responsibilities. The mention of Azubah's death highlights the importance of lineage and the continuation of family lines in Israelite culture. The name Azubah means "forsaken" or "desolate," which may reflect her untimely death or a period of barrenness before her passing.

Caleb married Ephrath
Caleb, a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah, is known for his faithfulness and courage, particularly during the exploration of Canaan (Numbers 13-14). His marriage to Ephrath signifies a new chapter in his life. Ephrath is often associated with Bethlehem, as seen in other biblical references (Ruth 4:11, Micah 5:2), suggesting a connection to this significant location in Israel's history. The name Ephrath means "fruitful," which contrasts with Azubah's name and foreshadows the continuation of Caleb's lineage.

who bore to him Hur
Hur is an important figure in the biblical narrative, often associated with leadership and support roles. He is mentioned alongside Aaron in supporting Moses during the battle against the Amalekites (Exodus 17:10-12). This connection to leadership and support roles may indicate the qualities valued in Caleb's family. Hur's lineage is significant, as he is considered an ancestor of Bezalel, the chief artisan of the Tabernacle (Exodus 31:2), highlighting the family's contribution to Israel's spiritual heritage.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Azubah
The first wife of Caleb, whose death is mentioned in this verse. Her name means "forsaken" or "deserted" in Hebrew, which may reflect her untimely death.

2. Caleb
A prominent figure in the tribe of Judah, known for his faithfulness and courage. He is often associated with the conquest of Canaan and is a descendant of Judah.

3. Ephrath
The second wife of Caleb, who bore him a son named Hur. Her name is sometimes associated with Bethlehem, indicating a possible connection to the region.

4. Hur
The son of Caleb and Ephrath. He is an important figure in the lineage of Judah and is often linked to the leadership and craftsmanship in Israel.
Teaching Points
Faithfulness in Transition
Caleb's life demonstrates faithfulness through transitions, from the death of Azubah to his marriage to Ephrath. Believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in faith during life's changes.

Legacy and Lineage
The mention of Hur highlights the importance of legacy. Our actions and faith can impact future generations, just as Caleb's faithfulness influenced his descendants.

God's Sovereignty in Relationships
The transition from Azubah to Ephrath in Caleb's life shows God's hand in personal relationships. Trusting God in our relationships can lead to blessings and fulfillment of His purposes.

Role of Women in Biblical Narratives
Azubah and Ephrath, though briefly mentioned, played significant roles in the lineage of Judah. This reminds us of the vital contributions of women in God's plan.(19) Ephrath.--In 1Chronicles 2:50 Ephratah; so also 4:4. The town of Bethlehem was so called (Micah 5:1).



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When Azubah
עֲזוּבָ֑ה (‘ă·zū·ḇāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5806: Azubah -- two Israelite women

died,
וַתָּ֖מָת (wat·tā·māṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

Caleb
כָלֵב֙ (ḵā·lêḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3612: Caleb -- a son of Jephunneh and sent by Moses to spy out the land

married
וַיִּֽקַּֽח־ (way·yiq·qaḥ-)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3947: To take

Ephrath,
אֶפְרָ֔ת (’ep̄·rāṯ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 672: Ephrath -- an Israelite woman, also the name of several places in Palestine

who bore
וַתֵּ֥לֶד (wat·tê·leḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

to him
ל֖וֹ (lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

Hur.
חֽוּר׃ (ḥūr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2354: Hur -- four Israelites, also a Midianite


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