1 Chronicles 2:6
New International Version
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Kalkol and Darda —five in all.

New Living Translation
The sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Darda—five in all.

English Standard Version
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara, five in all.

Berean Standard Bible
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara—five in all.

King James Bible
And the sons of Zerah; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

New King James Version
The sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara—five of them in all.

New American Standard Bible
The sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara; five of them in all.

NASB 1995
The sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol and Dara; five of them in all.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara; five of them in all.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara; five of them in all.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara—five in all.

Christian Standard Bible
Zerah’s sons: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara —five in all.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Zerah’s sons: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara—five in all.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Zerah: Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara; five of them in all.

Contemporary English Version
Zerah was the father of Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Darda.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Zerah; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Zerah's sons were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara-five in all.

Good News Translation
His brother Zerah had five sons: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Darda.

International Standard Version
Zerah had five sons in all: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara.

Majority Standard Bible
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara?five in all.

NET Bible
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Kalkol, Dara--five in all.

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Zerah: Zabdi, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Darda; five of them in all.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Zerah; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

World English Bible
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara—five of them in all.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And sons of Zerah: Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara; all of them five.

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of Zerah: Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara; all of them five.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Zerah: Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: all of them, five.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the sons also of Zare: Zamri, and Ethan, and Eman, and Chalchal, and Dara, five in all.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Also, the sons of Zerah: Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, as well as Calcol and Dara, five altogether.

New American Bible
The sons of Zerah were Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Darda—five in all.

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara, five in all.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Haman, Calcol, Darda; five of them in all.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Zerekh: Zamri and Athan and Haman and Kalcal and Darda, all five of them.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Zerah: Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Zara, Zambri, and Aetham, and Aemuan, and Calchal, and Darad, in all five.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Israel
5The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul. 6The sons of Zerah: Zimri, Ethan, Heman, Calcol, and Dara— five in all. 7The son of Carmi: Achar, who brought trouble upon Israel by violating the ban on devoted things.…

Cross References
1 Kings 4:31
He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations.

Psalm 88:1-18
A song. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. For the choirmaster. According to Mahalath Leannoth. A Maskil of Heman the Ezrahite. O LORD, the God of my salvation, day and night I cry out before You. / May my prayer come before You; incline Your ear to my cry. / For my soul is full of troubles, and my life draws near to Sheol. ...

Psalm 89:1-52
A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. / For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.” / You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant: ...

1 Kings 10:1-13
Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. / She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind. / And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain. ...

1 Kings 5:12
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

1 Kings 3:12
behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be.

1 Kings 11:41-43
As for the rest of the acts of Solomon—all that he did, as well as his wisdom—are they not written in the Book of the Acts of Solomon? / Thus the time that Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel was forty years. / And Solomon rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David. And his son Rehoboam reigned in his place.

1 Kings 4:29-34
And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ...

1 Kings 9:1-9
Now when Solomon had finished building the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and had achieved all that he had desired to do, / the LORD appeared to him a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. / And the LORD said to him: “I have heard your prayer and petition before Me. I have consecrated this temple, which you have built, by putting My Name there forever; My eyes and My heart will be there for all time. ...

1 Kings 11:1-13
King Solomon, however, loved many foreign women along with the daughter of Pharaoh—women of Moab, Ammon, Edom, and Sidon, as well as Hittite women. / These women were from the nations about which the LORD had told the Israelites, “You must not intermarry with them, for surely they will turn your hearts after their gods.” Yet Solomon clung to these women in love. / He had seven hundred wives of royal birth and three hundred concubines—and his wives turned his heart away. ...

Matthew 12:42
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

Luke 11:31
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

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, ...

Romans 1:1-4
Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, and set apart for the gospel of God— / the gospel He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures, / regarding His Son, who was a descendant of David according to the flesh, ...


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Zerah; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

Zimri.

Numbers 25:14
Now the name of the Israelite that was slain, even that was slain with the Midianitish woman, was Zimri, the son of Salu, a prince of a chief house among the Simeonites.

1 Kings 16:9,10,12,15,16,18,20
And his servant Zimri, captain of half his chariots, conspired against him, as he was in Tirzah, drinking himself drunk in the house of Arza steward of his house in Tirzah…

2 Kings 9:31
And as Jehu entered in at the gate, she said, Had Zimri peace, who slew his master?

1 Kings 16:9
And his servant Zimri, captain of half his chariots, conspired against him, as he was in Tirzah, drinking himself drunk in the house of Arza steward of his house in Tirzah.

1 Kings 16:10
And Zimri went in and smote him, and killed him, in the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned in his stead.

(2) Captain of the Simeonites,

Numbers 25:14
Now the name of the Israelite that was slain, even that was slain with the Midianitish woman, was Zimri, the son of Salu, a prince of a chief house among the Simeonites.

(3) Descendant of Judah by Tamar.

1 Chronicles 2:4
And Tamar his daughter in law bare him Pharez and Zerah. All the sons of Judah were five.

(4) Of the stock of Saul,

1 Chronicles 8:36
And Ahaz begat Jehoadah; and Jehoadah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza,

1 Chronicles 9:42
And Ahaz begat Jarah; and Jarah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza;

(5) A son of Zerah, the son of Judah,

1 Chronicles 2:6
And the sons of Zerah; Zimri, and Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara: five of them in all.

Joshua 7:1
But the children of Israel committed a trespass in the accursed thing: for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took of the accursed thing: and the anger of the LORD was kindled against the children of Israel.

Joshua 7:17
And he brought the family of Judah; and he took the family of the Zarhites: and he brought the family of the Zarhites man by man; and Zabdi was taken:

Joshua 7:1,17,18
But the children of Israel committed a trespass in the accursed thing: for Achan, the son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe of Judah, took of the accursed thing: and the anger of the LORD was kindled against the children of Israel…

Zabdi.

Jeremiah 25:25
And all the kings of Zimri, and all the kings of Elam, and all the kings of the Medes,

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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.














The sons of Zerah
This phrase introduces the lineage of Zerah, one of the twin sons of Judah and Tamar. In Hebrew, "Zerah" means "rising" or "shining," which can symbolize hope or a new beginning. Zerah's lineage is significant in the biblical narrative as it highlights the diverse branches of Judah's descendants, emphasizing God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises through various family lines. Historically, the tribe of Judah held a prominent position among the tribes of Israel, and Zerah's descendants played roles in the cultural and spiritual development of the nation.

Zimri
The name "Zimri" in Hebrew can mean "my music" or "my praise." This name suggests a connection to worship or celebration, which is a recurring theme in the life of Israel. While not much is detailed about Zimri in this context, the name itself reflects the importance of worship and praise in the life of God's people. It serves as a reminder of the call to live a life that honors God through worship.

Ethan
Ethan, meaning "enduring" or "firm" in Hebrew, is a name that conveys strength and stability. Ethan is often associated with wisdom and is traditionally linked to the wise men of Israel. In the broader biblical context, Ethan the Ezrahite is credited with writing Psalm 89, a psalm that reflects on God's covenant with David and His faithfulness. This connection underscores the enduring nature of God's promises and the wisdom that comes from trusting in Him.

Heman
The name "Heman" means "faithful" or "trustworthy" in Hebrew. Heman is another figure associated with wisdom and music, as he is mentioned as one of the leaders of the temple musicians in 1 Chronicles 6:33. His role in worship highlights the importance of faithfulness in service to God. Heman's inclusion in this genealogy serves as a testament to the value of steadfastness and dedication in one's spiritual journey.

Calcol
Calcol, whose name means "sustaining" or "nourishing," is a figure about whom little is known outside of genealogical records. The name itself suggests a role of provision or support, which can be seen as a metaphor for the sustaining power of God in the lives of His people. In a broader sense, Calcol's name reminds believers of the importance of being a source of encouragement and support within the community of faith.

Dara
Dara, meaning "pearl of wisdom" or "compassionate," is a name that evokes the qualities of insight and empathy. While Dara is not extensively mentioned in the biblical narrative, the name's meaning aligns with the biblical emphasis on wisdom and understanding as gifts from God. Dara's inclusion in this list serves as a reminder of the value of seeking wisdom and showing compassion in our interactions with others.

Five in all
The mention of "five in all" highlights the completeness and order within this family unit. In biblical numerology, the number five often symbolizes grace and God's goodness. This phrase serves as a reminder of the grace that God extends to His people, even through the complexities of family lines and histories. It underscores the idea that each individual, regardless of their prominence in the biblical narrative, plays a part in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan.

(6-8) The sons of Zerah.--From this point our narrative ceases to depend entirely upon the data of Genesis.

(6) Zimri.--This name is probably a merely accidental variant of Zabdi. Both are genuine Hebrew names occurring elsewhere. But the fact that Zimri here, and Zabdi at Joshua 7:1, are both called sons of Zerah, seems to prove their identity; especially as m is often confused with b, and d with r.

Ethan, and Heman, and Calcol, and Dara.--It is stated (1Kings 4:31) that Solomon was "wiser than all men; than Ethan the Ezrahite, and Heman, and Chalcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol." It will be seen that the first three names coincide with those of our text, and that Dara is only one letter different from Darda. Further, many MSS. of Chronicles, as well as the Svriac and Arabic versions and the Targum, actually have Darda. The Yatic. LXX. reads Darad. There is thus a virtual repetition of these four names in the passage of Kings, and it is difficult to suppose that the persons intended are not the same there and here. Ethan is called an Ezrahite in Kings, but Ezrah and Zerah are equivalent forms in Hebrew; and the Yatic. LXX. actually calls Ethan a Zarhite--i.e., a descendant of Zerah (Numbers 26:13). The designation of the four as "sons of Mahol" presents no difficulty. Mahol is a usual word for the sacred dance (Psalm 149:3; Psalm 150:4), and the four Zarhites are thus described as "sons of dancing"--that is, sacred musicians. It is likely, therefore, that these famous minstrels of Judah were adopted into the Levitical clans in which sacred music was the hereditary profession. (See Psalms 88, 89., titles.) Whether Ethan and Heman are the persons mentioned in 1Chronicles 6:33; 1Chronicles 6:44; 1Chronicles 15:17; 1Chronicles 15:19 as the recognised heads of two of the great guilds of temple musicians is not clear. The Levitical ancestry ascribed to them in 1 Chronicles 6 would not be opposed to this assumption, as adoption would involve it. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The sons
וּבְנֵ֣י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Zerah:
זֶ֗רַח (ze·raḥ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2226: Zerah -- three Israelites, also an Edomite, also an Ethiopian

Zimri,
זִ֠מְרִי (zim·rî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2174: Zimri -- four Israelites

Ethan,
וְאֵיתָ֧ן (wə·’ê·ṯān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 387: Ethan -- 'permanence', an Israelite name

Heman,
וְהֵימָ֛ן (wə·hê·mān)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1968: Heman -- an Israelite name

Calcol,
וְכַלְכֹּ֥ל (wə·ḵal·kōl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3633: Calcol -- an Israelite noted for his wisdom

and Dara—
וָדָ֖רַע (wā·ḏā·ra‘)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1873: Dara -- an Israelite

five
חֲמִשָּֽׁה׃ (ḥă·miš·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 2568: Five

in all.
כֻּלָּ֥ם (kul·lām)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every


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