1 Chronicles 2:37
New International Version
Zabad the father of Ephlal, Ephlal the father of Obed,

New Living Translation
Zabad was the father of Ephlal. Ephlal was the father of Obed.

English Standard Version
Zabad fathered Ephlal, and Ephlal fathered Obed.

Berean Standard Bible
Zabad was the father of Ephlal, Ephlal was the father of Obed,

King James Bible
And Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed,

New King James Version
Zabad begot Ephlal, and Ephlal begot Obed;

New American Standard Bible
Zabad fathered Ephlal, Ephlal fathered Obed,

NASB 1995
and Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed,

NASB 1977
and Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed,

Amplified Bible
Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed.

Christian Standard Bible
Zabad fathered Ephlal, and Ephlal fathered Obed.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Zabad fathered Ephlal, and Ephlal fathered Obed.

American Standard Version
and Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed,

English Revised Version
and Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Zabad was the father of Ephlal. Ephlal was the father of Obed.

Good News Translation
Ephlal, Obed,

International Standard Version
Zabad fathered Ephlal, Ephlal fathered Obed,

Majority Standard Bible
Zabad was the father of Ephlal, Ephlal was the father of Obed,

NET Bible
Zabad was the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal was the father of Obed.

New Heart English Bible
and Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed,

World English Bible
and Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal became the father of Obed,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Zabad begot Ephlal, and Ephlal begot Obed,

Young's Literal Translation
and Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Zabad beget Ophlal, and Ophlal beget Obed.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Also, Zabad conceived Ephlal, and Ephlal conceived Obed.

New American Bible
Zabad became the father of Ephlal. Ephlal became the father of Obed.

New Revised Standard Version
Zabad became the father of Ephlal, and Ephlal of Obed.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Jobab begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Debir begot Aphil, and Aphil begot Yubab.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Zabad begot Ephlal, and Ephlal begot Obed;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Zabed begot Aphamel, and Aphamel begot Obed.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Israel
36Attai was the father of Nathan, Nathan was the father of Zabad, 37Zabad was the father of Ephlal, Ephlal was the father of Obed, 38Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,…

Cross References
Matthew 1:1-17
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...

Luke 3:23-38
Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...

Ruth 4:18-22
Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron, / Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab, / Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon, ...

1 Chronicles 1:34
Abraham was the father of Isaac. The sons of Isaac: Esau and Israel.

1 Chronicles 3:1-24
These were the sons of David who were born to him in Hebron: The firstborn was Amnon by Ahinoam of Jezreel; the second was Daniel by Abigail of Carmel; / the third was Absalom the son of Maacah daughter of King Talmai of Geshur; the fourth was Adonijah the son of Haggith; / the fifth was Shephatiah by Abital; and the sixth was Ithream by his wife Eglah. ...

Genesis 46:12
The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, Shelah, Perez, and Zerah; but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.

Numbers 26:19-22
The sons of Judah were Er and Onan, but they died in the land of Canaan. / These were the descendants of Judah by their clans: The Shelanite clan from Shelah, the Perezite clan from Perez, and the Zerahite clan from Zerah. / And these were the descendants of Perez: the Hezronite clan from Hezron and the Hamulite clan from Hamul. ...

1 Samuel 16:1-13
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.” / “How can I go?” Samuel asked. “Saul will hear of it and kill me!” The LORD answered, “Take a heifer with you and say, ‘I have come to sacrifice to the LORD.’ / Then invite Jesse to the sacrifice, and I will show you what you are to do. You are to anoint for Me the one I indicate.” ...

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 2:1-4
As the time drew near for David to die, he charged his son Solomon, / “I am about to go the way of all the earth. So be strong and prove yourself a man. / And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn, ...

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.

2 Kings 8:16-19
In the fifth year of the reign of Joram son of Ahab over Israel, Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat succeeded his father as king of Judah. / Jehoram was thirty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem eight years. / And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. ...

2 Kings 25:27-30
On the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth month of the thirty-seventh year of the exile of Judah’s King Jehoiachin, in the year Evil-merodach became king of Babylon, he released King Jehoiachin of Judah from prison. / And he spoke kindly to Jehoiachin and set his throne above the thrones of the other kings who were with him in Babylon. / So Jehoiachin changed out of his prison clothes, and he dined regularly at the king’s table for the rest of his life. ...

Ezra 2:1-2
Now these are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town, / accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Seraiah, Reelaiah, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispar, Bigvai, Rehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:

Nehemiah 7:6-7
These are the people of the province who came up from the captivity of the exiles carried away to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar its king. They returned to Jerusalem and Judah, each to his own town, / accompanied by Zerubbabel, Jeshua, Nehemiah, Azariah, Raamiah, Nahamani, Mordecai, Bilshan, Mispereth, Bigvai, Nehum, and Baanah. This is the count of the men of Israel:


Treasury of Scripture

And Zabad begat Ephlal, and Ephlal begat Obed,

Ephlal.

Obed.

Ruth 4:17
And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he is the father of Jesse, the father of David.

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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.














Zabad
The name "Zabad" is derived from the Hebrew root "zabad," meaning "to give" or "endow." This name reflects a sense of divine provision or blessing, suggesting that Zabad's life and lineage were seen as gifts from God. In the broader biblical context, names often carry significant meaning, reflecting the character or destiny of the individual. Zabad's inclusion in the genealogical record underscores the importance of each link in the chain of Israel's history, reminding us that every person has a role in God's unfolding plan.

was the father of
This phrase, repeated throughout genealogical records, emphasizes the continuity and faithfulness of God's promises through generations. In Hebrew culture, lineage was crucial for establishing identity, inheritance, and fulfilling God's covenant promises. The phrase "was the father of" signifies not just biological descent but also the transmission of faith, values, and divine purpose from one generation to the next. It serves as a reminder of the enduring nature of God's covenant with His people, as each generation is called to uphold and pass on the faith.

Ephlal
The name "Ephlal" is less common in the biblical text, and its exact meaning is uncertain. However, it is believed to be related to the Hebrew root "palal," meaning "to judge" or "to intercede." This connection suggests a role of discernment or advocacy, highlighting the potential influence of Ephlal within his community or family. The mention of Ephlal in the genealogy underscores the value of each individual, regardless of their prominence in the biblical narrative, as part of God's redemptive history.

Ephlal was the father of
Reiterating the importance of generational continuity, this phrase again highlights the role of Ephlal in the divine narrative. It suggests a legacy of faith and responsibility, as Ephlal's life and actions would have impacted his descendants. The repetition of this phrase throughout the genealogies serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of God's people and the importance of faithfully passing on the spiritual heritage.

Obed
The name "Obed" means "servant" or "worshiper" in Hebrew, derived from the root "abad," which means "to serve" or "to work." This name reflects a life dedicated to service and worship, embodying the ideal of living in obedience to God. Obed's inclusion in the genealogy highlights the significance of servanthood in the biblical narrative, as those who serve faithfully are often used mightily by God. The name Obed also connects to the broader biblical theme of redemption, as another Obed, the grandfather of King David, played a crucial role in the lineage of Jesus Christ. This connection serves as a powerful reminder of how God uses humble servants to accomplish His divine purposes.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Zabad
וְזָבָד֙ (wə·zā·ḇāḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2066: Zabad -- 'he has given', the name of several Israelites

was the father of
הוֹלִ֣יד (hō·w·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Ephlal,
אֶפְלָ֔ל (’ep̄·lāl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 654: Ephlal -- an Israelite

Ephlal
וְאֶפְלָ֖ל (wə·’ep̄·lāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 654: Ephlal -- an Israelite

was the father of
הוֹלִ֥יד (hō·w·lîḏ)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage

Obed.
עוֹבֵֽד׃ (‘ō·w·ḇêḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5744: Obed -- 'worshiper', the name of several Israelites


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