1 Chronicles 2:38
New International Version
Obed the father of Jehu, Jehu the father of Azariah,

New Living Translation
Obed was the father of Jehu. Jehu was the father of Azariah.

English Standard Version
Obed fathered Jehu, and Jehu fathered Azariah.

Berean Standard Bible
Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,

King James Bible
And Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah,

New King James Version
Obed begot Jehu, and Jehu begot Azariah;

New American Standard Bible
Obed fathered Jehu, Jehu fathered Azariah,

NASB 1995
and Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah,

NASB 1977
and Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah,

Amplified Bible
Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah.

Christian Standard Bible
Obed fathered Jehu, and Jehu fathered Azariah.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Obed fathered Jehu, and Jehu fathered Azariah.

American Standard Version
and Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah,

English Revised Version
and Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Obed was the father of Jehu. Jehu was the father of Azariah.

Good News Translation
Jehu, Azariah,

International Standard Version
Obed fathered Jehu, Jehu fathered Azariah,

Majority Standard Bible
Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah,

NET Bible
Obed was the father of Jehu, and Jehu was the father of Azariah.

New Heart English Bible
and Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah,

World English Bible
and Obed became the father of Jehu, and Jehu became the father of Azariah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Obed begot Jehu,

Young's Literal Translation
and Obed begat Jehu,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Obed beget Jehu, Jehu beget Azarias.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Obed conceived Jehu; Jehu conceived Azariah.

New American Bible
Obed became the father of Jehu. Jehu became the father of Azariah.

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

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yubab begot Azraya, and Azraya begot Yahu, and Yahu begot Azraya.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Obed begot Jehu, and Jehu begot Azariah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Obed begot Jeu, and Jeu begot Azarias.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Israel
37Zabad was the father of Ephlal, Ephlal was the father of Obed, 38Obed was the father of Jehu, Jehu was the father of Azariah, 39Azariah was the father of Helez, Helez was the father of Elasah,…

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, ...

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 Chronicles 4:1
The descendants of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal.

1 Chronicles 9:4
Uthai son of Ammihud, the son of Omri, the son of Imri, the son of Bani, a descendant of Perez son of Judah.

1 Kings 4:20
The people of Judah and Israel were as numerous as the sand on the seashore, and they were eating and drinking and rejoicing.

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. ...

2 Chronicles 11:18-22
And Rehoboam married Mahalath, who was the daughter of David’s son Jerimoth and of Abihail, the daughter of Jesse’s son Eliab. / She bore sons to him: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham. / After her, he married Maacah daughter of Absalom, and she bore to him Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith. ...

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:

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

Hebrews 7:14
For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.

Revelation 5:5
Then one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep! Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed to open the scroll and its seven seals.”


Treasury of Scripture

And Obed begat Jehu, and Jehu begat Azariah,

Jehu.

2 Kings 9:2
And when thou comest thither, look out there Jehu the son of Jehoshaphat the son of Nimshi, and go in, and make him arise up from among his brethren, and carry him to an inner chamber;

Azariah.

1 Chronicles 6:36
The son of Elkanah, the son of Joel, the son of Azariah, the son of Zephaniah,

2 Chronicles 23:1
And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the captains of hundreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan, and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat the son of Zichri, into covenant with him.

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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.














Obed was the father of Jehu
Obed is a name that appears several times in the Bible, often associated with the tribe of Judah. In this context, Obed is part of the genealogical record in 1 Chronicles, which traces the lineage of the tribe of Judah. This genealogy is significant as it establishes the heritage and continuity of the tribe, which is central to the history of Israel. The name Obed means "servant" or "worshiper," reflecting a common theme in Hebrew names that denote a relationship with God. The genealogical records in Chronicles serve to affirm the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs, particularly the promise of a lasting dynasty through Judah, which ultimately leads to the lineage of King David and, by extension, to Jesus Christ.

Jehu was the father of Azariah
Jehu, in this context, is a lesser-known figure compared to the more prominent Jehu, the king of Israel. This Jehu is part of the genealogical line that continues through the tribe of Judah. The name Jehu means "Yahweh is He," indicating a theophoric element that reflects the worship of Yahweh. The genealogies in Chronicles often highlight the faithfulness of God in preserving His people and His promises through successive generations. Azariah, the son of Jehu, continues this lineage. The name Azariah means "Yahweh has helped," which is a common name in the Old Testament and often associated with individuals who played significant roles in Israel's history. This genealogy underscores the importance of family lines in maintaining the covenant relationship with God and the anticipation of the coming Messiah, who would fulfill the promises made to the house of David.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Azel
A descendant of King Saul, Azel is mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. His lineage is significant in tracing the heritage of the Benjamites.

2. Azrikam
One of Azel's sons, his name means "help against the enemy" in Hebrew, indicating a possible role or characteristic attributed to him.

3. Bocheru
Another son of Azel, his name means "firstborn" or "youthful," suggesting a position of prominence or a youthful characteristic.

4. Ishmael
A common name in the Bible, meaning "God hears." This name is shared with other notable biblical figures, indicating a legacy of divine attention or intervention.

5. Sheariah
His name means "Yahweh is ruler," reflecting a theocentric worldview and possibly a dedication to God's sovereignty.

6. Obadiah
Meaning "servant of Yahweh," this name is shared with other biblical figures, emphasizing a life dedicated to serving God.

7. Hanan
Meaning "gracious" or "merciful," this name reflects a characteristic of God, possibly indicating a life marked by grace.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy
Understanding our spiritual heritage can provide insight into God's faithfulness across generations. The genealogies in Chronicles remind us of God's ongoing work through families and tribes.

Names Reflecting Character and Calling
The meanings of names in the Bible often reflect the character or calling of individuals. Reflect on how your name or identity in Christ shapes your life and purpose.

Legacy of Faith
Azel's sons, though not widely known, are part of a larger account of faith. Consider how your life contributes to the legacy of faith in your family and community.

God's Sovereignty and Service
Names like Sheariah and Obadiah remind us of the importance of recognizing God's rule and serving Him faithfully. Evaluate areas in your life where you can better serve God and acknowledge His sovereignty.Verse 38. - So also compare Azariah with 2 Chronicles 23:1. These two names are abundantly interesting here. Zabad, the tenth from Jerahmeel, or fourteenth from the patriarch Judah himself, brings us to the time of David, by exactly the same interval as seven other perfect genealogies, four of these having the very same number of steps, viz. fourteen, two having fifteen, and that of David himself having eleven steps. An analogous and equally interesting correspondence can be traced with the name Azariah. See the important art. "Zabad," Smith's 'Bible Dictionary;' and its further remarks as to the evidence of the genealogy in the fact of its twenty-fourth and last name tallying well with the time of Hezekiah, the sixth king after Athaliah (1 Chronicles 4:41).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Obed
וְעוֹבֵד֙ (wə·‘ō·w·ḇêḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5744: Obed -- 'worshiper', 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

Jehu,
יֵה֔וּא (yê·hū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3058: Jehu -- 'the LORD is He', the name of several Israelites

Jehu
וְיֵה֖וּא (wə·yê·hū)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3058: Jehu -- 'the LORD is He', the name of several Israelites

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

Azariah,
עֲזַרְיָֽה׃ (‘ă·zar·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5838: Azariah -- 'Yah has helped', the name of a number of Israelites


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