1 Chronicles 7:8
New International Version
The sons of Beker: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Beker.

New Living Translation
The sons of Beker were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth.

English Standard Version
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

Berean Standard Bible
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons.

King James Bible
And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are the sons of Becher.

New King James Version
The sons of Becher were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jerimoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these are the sons of Becher.

New American Standard Bible
The sons of Becher were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

NASB 1995
The sons of Becher were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Becher were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Becher were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth, all these were sons of Becher.

Christian Standard Bible
Becher’s sons: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Becher’s sons: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

Contemporary English Version
Becher was the father of Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Becher; Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Becher's sons were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. These were all of Becher's sons.

Good News Translation
Becher had nine sons: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth.

International Standard Version
Becher's descendants included Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were descendants of Becher,

Majority Standard Bible
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher?s sons.

NET Bible
The sons of Beker: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alameth. All these were the sons of Beker.

New Heart English Bible
The sons of Beker: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Beker.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are the sons of Becher.

World English Bible
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezar, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these [are] sons of Becher,

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezar, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are sons of Becher,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Becher: Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these the sons of Becher.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the sons of Bechor were Zamira, and Joas, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Amai, and Jerimoth, and Abia, and Anathoth, and Almath: all these were the sons of Bechor.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now the sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth: all these were sons of Becher.

New American Bible
The sons of Becher were Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth—all these were sons of Becher.

New Revised Standard Version
The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the sons of Akbar: Zemora, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jermoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alamoth. All these were the sons of Akbar.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Akbar: Zemura and Yawush and Eliazar and Elani and Amri and Yarmuth and Abia and Anathuth and Almuth; these all are the sons of Akbar.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Becher: Zemirah, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jeremoth, and Abijah, and Anathoth, and Alemeth. All these were the sons of Becher.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Bachir; Zemira, and Joas, and Eliezer, and Elithenan, and Amaria, and Jerimuth, and Abiud, and Anathoth, and Eleemeth: all these were the sons of Bachir.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Descendants of Benjamin
7The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, heads of their families—five in all. There were 22,034 mighty men of valor listed in their genealogies. 8The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons. 9Their genealogies were recorded according to the heads of their families—20,200 mighty men of valor.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:21
The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard.

Numbers 26:38-41
These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, / the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. / And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman. ...

1 Samuel 9:1
Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man, whose name was Kish son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah of Benjamin.

1 Samuel 14:49
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter).

1 Samuel 14:50-51
His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. / Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel.

1 Samuel 31:2
The Philistines hotly pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua.

2 Samuel 2:8-9
Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel.

2 Samuel 3:1
Now the war between the house of Saul and the house of David was protracted. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.

2 Samuel 3:6-10
During the war between the house of Saul and the house of David, Abner had continued to strengthen his position in the house of Saul. / Now Saul had a concubine named Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah. So Ish-bosheth questioned Abner, “Why did you sleep with my father’s concubine?” / Abner was furious over Ish-bosheth’s accusation. “Am I the head of a dog that belongs to Judah?” he asked. “All this time I have been loyal to the house of your father Saul, to his brothers, and to his friends. I have not delivered you into the hand of David, but now you accuse me of wrongdoing with this woman! ...

2 Samuel 3:19
Abner also spoke to the Benjamites. Then he went to Hebron to tell David all that seemed good to Israel and to the whole house of Benjamin.

2 Samuel 4:1
Now when Ish-bosheth son of Saul heard that Abner had died in Hebron, he lost courage, and all Israel was dismayed.

2 Samuel 4:2
Saul’s son had two men who were leaders of raiding parties. One was named Baanah and the other Rechab; they were sons of Rimmon the Beerothite of the tribe of Benjamin—Beeroth is considered part of Benjamin,

2 Samuel 4:5-6
Now Rechab and Baanah, the sons of Rimmon the Beerothite, set out and arrived at the house of Ish-bosheth in the heat of the day, while the king was taking his midday nap. / They entered the interior of the house as if to get some wheat, and they stabbed him in the stomach. Then Rechab and his brother Baanah slipped away.

2 Samuel 4:8
They brought the head of Ish-bosheth to David at Hebron and said to the king, “Here is the head of Ish-bosheth son of Saul, your enemy who sought your life. Today the LORD has granted vengeance to my lord the king against Saul and his offspring.”

2 Samuel 4:12
So David commanded his young men, and they killed Rechab and Baanah. They cut off their hands and feet and hung their bodies by the pool in Hebron, but they took the head of Ish-bosheth and buried it in Abner’s tomb in Hebron.


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are the sons of Becher.

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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 sons of Becher:
Becher is one of the sons of Benjamin, as listed in the genealogies of the tribes of Israel. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and tribal lineage of the Israelites, emphasizing the importance of family heritage and God's covenant with His people. Becher's descendants are part of the tribe of Benjamin, which holds significance in Israel's history, being the tribe of King Saul and later, the Apostle Paul.

Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth:
These names represent the sons of Becher, each contributing to the growth and development of the tribe of Benjamin. The listing of names in genealogies often reflects the importance of maintaining a record of God's people and their inheritance. Some of these names appear elsewhere in Scripture, providing connections to other biblical narratives. For example, Anathoth is also a town in the territory of Benjamin, known as the hometown of the prophet Jeremiah (Jeremiah 1:1). This connection highlights the continuity of God's work through generations.

All these were Becher’s sons:
The emphasis on "all these" underscores the completeness of Becher's lineage, ensuring that each descendant is recognized as part of the covenant community. This phrase reinforces the importance of family and tribal identity in ancient Israel, where lineage determined one's role and inheritance within the community. The genealogies in Chronicles serve as a reminder of God's faithfulness to His promises, as each name represents a link in the chain of God's unfolding plan for His people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Becher
A son of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Becher's descendants are listed in this verse, indicating his role in the lineage of the tribe.

2. Zemirah
One of Becher's sons, mentioned in the genealogical record.

3. Joash
Another son of Becher, sharing a name with several other biblical figures.

4. Eliezer
A common name in the Bible, meaning "God is my help," also a son of Becher.

5. Elioenai
A son of Becher, whose name means "My eyes are toward God."

6. Omri
Another son of Becher, not to be confused with the more famous Omri, king of Israel.

7. Jeremoth
A son of Becher, a name that appears in various genealogies.

8. Abijah
A son of Becher, meaning "My father is Yahweh."

9. Anathoth
A son of Becher, also the name of a town in Benjamin's territory.

10. Alemeth
A son of Becher, sharing a name with a Levitical city in Benjamin.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to His promises. They remind us of our spiritual heritage and the continuity of God's plan through generations.

Names and Their Meanings
The names listed often have significant meanings, reflecting the faith and hopes of the parents. Understanding these can deepen our appreciation for the biblical account.

God's Faithfulness Across Generations
The listing of descendants highlights God's faithfulness in preserving His people. It encourages us to trust in God's promises for our families and future generations.

The Role of Each Individual
Though some names are less known, each person played a role in God's unfolding plan. This reminds us that every believer has a part to play in the body of Christ.

The Significance of Heritage
Our spiritual heritage is important. We are encouraged to pass down our faith and values to the next generation, ensuring the continuity of God's work.(8) Nine sons of Becher.

The sons of Becher.--See Note on 1Chronicles 7:6. The nine Benjamite houses here enumerated might have been known as "sons of the firstborn." They are nowhere else recorded. The remarkable name Elioenai is frequent in the Chronicles. (See 1Chronicles 3:23; 1Chronicles 4:36; 1Chronicles 7:8; Ezra 10:22; Ezra 10:27; uncontracted, Eliohenai, 1Chronicles 26:3, Ezra 8:4.) . . .

Verse 8. - Joash. This name, of which nothing else is known, is spelt with an ayin, not with an aleph, as are the names of the seven other persons called (Authorized Version) Joash. Jerimoth. This name is spelt with a tsere, and not, as the Jerimoth of ver. 7, with khirik. All the names of this verse must be regarded as those of heads of families, and not the literal sons of Becher.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

of Becher:
בֶ֗כֶר (ḇe·ḵer)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1071: Becher -- 'young camel', two Israelites

Zemirah,
זְמִירָ֡ה (zə·mî·rāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2160: Zemirah -- a Benjamite

Joash,
וְיוֹעָ֡שׁ (wə·yō·w·‘āš)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3135: Joash -- 'the LORD has aided', two Israelites

Eliezer,
וֶ֠אֱלִיעֶזֶר (we·’ĕ·lî·‘e·zer)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 461: Eliezer -- 'God is help', the name of several Israelites, also of a Damascene

Elioenai,
וְאֶלְיוֹעֵינַ֤י (wə·’el·yō·w·‘ê·nay)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 454: Elihoenai -- 'toward Yah (are) my eyes', two Israelites

Omri,
וְעָמְרִי֙ (wə·‘ā·mə·rî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6018: Omri -- a king of Israel, also several other Israelites

Jeremoth,
וִירֵמ֣וֹת (wî·rê·mō·wṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3406: Jeremoth -- the name of a number of Israelites

Abijah,
וַאֲבִיָּ֔ה (wa·’ă·ḇî·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 29: Abijah -- 'Yah is my father', an Israelite name

Anathoth,
וַעֲנָת֖וֹת (wa·‘ă·nā·ṯō·wṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6068: Anathoth -- a place near Jerusalem, also two Israelites

and Alemeth;
וְעָלָ֑מֶת (wə·‘ā·lā·meṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5964: Alemeth -- a Benjamite name, also a Levitical city in Benjamin

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

these
אֵ֖לֶּה (’êl·leh)
Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428: These, those

were Becher’s
בָֽכֶר׃ (ḇā·ḵer)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1071: Becher -- 'young camel', two Israelites

sons.
בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son


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