1 Chronicles 7:30
New International Version
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi and Beriah. Their sister was Serah.

New Living Translation
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah. They had a sister named Serah.

English Standard Version
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.

Berean Standard Bible
The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.

King James Bible
The sons of Asher; Imnah, and Isuah, and Ishuai, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

New King James Version
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.

New American Standard Bible
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah was their sister.

NASB 1995
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

NASB 1977
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah; and Serah their sister.

Christian Standard Bible
Asher’s sons: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah, with their sister Serah.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Asher’s sons: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah, with their sister Serah.

American Standard Version
The sons of Asher: Imnah, and Ishvah, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Contemporary English Version
Asher had four sons, Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah, and one daughter, Serah.

English Revised Version
The sons of Asher; Imnah, and Ishvah, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Asher's sons were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah. Their sister was Serah.

Good News Translation
These are the descendants of Asher. He had four sons: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah; and one daughter, Serah.

International Standard Version
Asher's descendants included Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.

Majority Standard Bible
The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.

NET Bible
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah. Serah was their sister.

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Asher: Jimna, and Ishvah, and Jishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Webster's Bible Translation
The sons of Asher; Imnah, and Isuah, and Ishua, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

World English Bible
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah. Serah was their sister.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Son of Asher: Imnah, and Ishve, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and their sister Serah.

Young's Literal Translation
Son of Asher: Imnah, and Ishve, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Smith's Literal Translation
The sons of Asher: Imnah, and Ishuah, and Ishuai, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The children of Aser were Jemna, and Jesua, and Jessui, and Baria, and Sara their sister.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Asher: Imnah, and Ishvah, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

New American Bible
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, and Beriah; their sister was Serah.

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The sons of Asher were Imnah, Ishuah, Ishuai, Beriah, and their sister Sarah.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The sons of Ashayr: Yamna and Shua and Shwi and Braya and Sarakh their sister.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The sons of Asher: Imnah, and Ishvah, and Ishvi, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
The sons of Aser; Jemna, and Suia, and Isui, and Beria, and Sore their sister.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sons of Asher
30The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. 31The sons of Beriah: Heber, as well as Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:17
The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.

Numbers 26:44-47
These were the descendants of Asher by their clans: The Imnite clan from Imnah, the Ishvite clan from Ishvi, and the Beriite clan from Beriah. / And these were the descendants of Beriah: the Heberite clan from Heber and the Malchielite clan from Malchiel. / And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah. ...

Joshua 19:24-31
The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: / Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, / Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, ...

Genesis 49:13
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon.

Judges 5:17
Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors.

Deuteronomy 33:18-19
Concerning Zebulun he said: “Rejoice, Zebulun, in your journeys, and Issachar, in your tents. / They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.”

1 Kings 4:15
Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);

Ezekiel 48:1-7
“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...

Ezekiel 48:24-28
Simeon will have one portion bordering the territory of Benjamin from east to west. / Issachar will have one portion bordering the territory of Simeon from east to west. / Zebulun will have one portion bordering the territory of Issachar from east to west. ...

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Matthew 4:13-15
Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—

Luke 2:36
There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,

Revelation 7:6
from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000,

Genesis 30:20
“God has given me a good gift,” she said. “This time my husband will honor me, because I have borne him six sons.” And she named him Zebulun.

Genesis 35:23-26
The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun. / The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin. / The sons of Rachel’s maidservant Bilhah were Dan and Naphtali. ...


Treasury of Scripture

The sons of Asher; Imnah, and Isuah, and Ishuai, and Beriah, and Serah their sister.

Genesis 46:17
And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel.

Numbers 26:44-46
Of the children of Asher after their families: of Jimna, the family of the Jimnites: of Jesui, the family of the Jesuites: of Beriah, the family of the Beriites…

Jimnah

Genesis 46:17
And the sons of Asher; Jimnah, and Ishuah, and Isui, and Beriah, and Serah their sister: and the sons of Beriah; Heber, and Malchiel.

Isui

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1 Chronicles 7
1. The sons of Issachar;
6. of Benjamin;
13. of Naphtali;
14. of Manasseh;
15. and of Ephraim.
21. The calamity of Ephraim by the men of Gath.
23. His posterity by Beriah.
28. Their habitations.
30. The sons of Asher.














The children of Asher:
Asher was one of the twelve sons of Jacob, making him one of the patriarchs of the tribes of Israel. His mother was Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The tribe of Asher was known for its abundance and prosperity, as reflected in Jacob's blessing in Genesis 49:20, which speaks of Asher's food being rich and providing royal delicacies. This tribe settled in the fertile region of Canaan, which corresponds to modern-day northern Israel, known for its olive oil production.

Imnah:
Imnah is one of the sons of Asher, and his name means "right hand" or "prosperity." While not much is detailed about Imnah in the biblical narrative, his inclusion in the genealogies underscores the importance of family lineage in Israelite culture. Genealogies served to establish tribal identity and inheritance rights, which were crucial for maintaining the covenant promises given to Abraham.

Ishvah:
Ishvah is another son of Asher. His name means "equal" or "level." The mention of Ishvah, like his brothers, highlights the continuity of Asher's lineage. The genealogical records in Chronicles were particularly significant for the post-exilic community, as they sought to re-establish their identity and connection to the land and promises of God.

Ishvi:
Ishvi, also a son of Asher, has a name meaning "he resembles" or "he is equal." The repetition of similar names among Asher's sons may reflect common naming practices of the time, where names often carried meanings related to family traits or aspirations. Ishvi's mention in the genealogies serves to reinforce the completeness of Asher's family line.

Beriah:
Beriah is another son of Asher, and his name means "in trouble" or "a gift." The name Beriah appears in other genealogies as well, such as in the tribe of Ephraim (1 Chronicles 7:23), indicating it was a relatively common name. The inclusion of Beriah in the list of Asher's sons emphasizes the importance of each family member in the tribal structure and the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs.

and their sister Serah:
Serah is noted as the sister of Asher's sons, which is significant as women are not always mentioned in genealogies. Her inclusion may indicate her importance or a notable role within the family. In Jewish tradition, Serah is sometimes associated with wisdom and longevity, and she is said to have played a role in the preservation of Israel's history. Her mention here highlights the value of women in the biblical narrative and their contributions to the unfolding of God's plan.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Asher
One of the twelve sons of Jacob, Asher was the eighth son, born to Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The tribe of Asher is known for its prosperity and abundance.

2. Imnah
A son of Asher, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribes of Israel. His name means "right hand" or "prosperity."

3. Ishvah
Another son of Asher, his name is less frequently mentioned, and little is known about him beyond his inclusion in the genealogical records.

4. Ishvi
Also a son of Asher, Ishvi's name appears in the genealogies, and like his brothers, he contributes to the lineage of the tribe of Asher.

5. Beriah
The fourth son of Asher, his name means "in trouble" or "a gift." He is part of the genealogical record that traces the lineage of the tribe of Asher.

6. Serah
The sister of Asher's sons, Serah is one of the few women mentioned in the genealogies, indicating her significance. Her inclusion suggests a noteworthy status or role within the family.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to His promises. They remind us of God's faithfulness through generations.

Significance of Names
The meanings of names in biblical genealogies often reflect character traits or prophetic insights. Understanding these can deepen our appreciation of God's work in history.

Role of Women in Scripture
Serah's inclusion in the genealogy highlights the importance of women in God's plan. It encourages us to recognize and value the contributions of women in our faith communities.

Legacy and Heritage
The genealogies remind us of the importance of leaving a spiritual legacy. We are encouraged to live in a way that honors God and impacts future generations.THE TRIBE OF ASHER (1Chronicles 7:30-40).

(30, 31) The sons of Asher; Imnah. . . . Malchiel.--This is a literal transcript of Genesis 46:17. Comp. also Numbers 26:44-46, where the clan (mishpahath) of each eponym is assigned; but the name of Isaah (Heb., Yishw?h) does not appear.

Beriah.--Also the name of an Ephraimitic stock (1Chronicles 7:23). Malchiel is called the "father (chief or founder) of Birzavith" only here. The Heb. margin has Birzayith, perhaps "well of olive" (be-er zayith); the text, Berazoth or Barz-th. It is probably the name of a place.

Verse 30. - The same four sons and one daughter of Asher are found in Genesis 46:17; but the name of the second son is wanting to the list of families descended from Asher of Numbers 26:44-47, and the name of the daughter is given by itself, and not as furnishing a family.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The sons
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Asher:
אָשֵׁ֗ר (’ā·šêr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 836: Asher -- 'happy one', a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, also perhaps a city in Palestine

Imnah,
יִמְנָ֧ה (yim·nāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3232: Imnah -- 'good fortune', two Israelites

Ishvah,
וְיִשְׁוָ֛ה (wə·yiš·wāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3438: Ishvah -- an Asherite

Ishvi,
וְיִשְׁוִ֥י (wə·yiš·wî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3440: Ishvi -- two Israelites

and Beriah;
וּבְרִיעָ֖ה (ū·ḇə·rî·‘āh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1283: Beriah -- four Israelites

their sister
אֲחוֹתָֽם׃ (’ă·ḥō·w·ṯām)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 269: Sister -- a sister

[was] Serah.
וְשֶׂ֥רַח (wə·śe·raḥ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8294: Serah -- a daughter of Asher


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