1 Chronicles 8:16
New International Version
Michael, Ishpah and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

New Living Translation
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

English Standard Version
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were sons of Beriah.

Berean Standard Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

King James Bible
And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;

New King James Version
Michael, Ispah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

New American Standard Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

NASB 1995
Michael, Ishpah and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

NASB 1977
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

Legacy Standard Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

Amplified Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

Christian Standard Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were Beriah’s sons.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were Beriah’s sons.

American Standard Version
and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah,

English Revised Version
and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha.

Good News Translation
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha.

International Standard Version
Beriah's descendants included Michael, Ishpah, and Joha.

Majority Standard Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

NET Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

New Heart English Bible
and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;

World English Bible
Michael, Ishpah, Joha, the sons of Beriah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, sons of Beriah,

Young's Literal Translation
and Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, sons of Beriah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, sons of Beriah;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Michael, and Jespha, and Joha, the sons of Baria.

Catholic Public Domain Version
as well as Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, were the sons of Beriah.

New American Bible
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.

New Revised Standard Version
Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were sons of Beriah.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Who built Eio and Lod, with the hamlets thereof;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Mankel and Ansheephi and Ebrun and Zabdi.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, were the sons of Beriah.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Michael, and Jespha, and Joda, the sons of Beria:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul
15Zebadiah, Arad, Eder, 16Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah. 17Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,…

Cross References
1 Samuel 9:1-2
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. / And he had a son named Saul, choice and handsome, without equal among the Israelites—a head taller than any of the people.

1 Samuel 14:49-51
Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter). / 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 21:14
And they buried the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan in Zela in the land of Benjamin, in the tomb of Saul’s father Kish. After they had done everything the king had commanded, God answered their prayers for the land.

1 Kings 11:26
Now Jeroboam son of Nebat was an Ephraimite from Zeredah whose mother was a widow named Zeruah. Jeroboam was a servant of Solomon, but he rebelled against the king,

1 Kings 12:20
When all Israel heard that Jeroboam had returned, they summoned him to the assembly and made him king over all Israel. Only the tribe of Judah followed the house of David.

1 Kings 14:19-20
As for the rest of the acts of Jeroboam, how he waged war and how he reigned, they are indeed written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel. / And the length of Jeroboam’s reign was twenty-two years, and he rested with his fathers, and his son Nadab reigned in his place.

2 Kings 15:10
Then Shallum son of Jabesh conspired against Zechariah, struck him down and killed him in front of the people, and reigned in his place.

2 Kings 15:25
Then his officer, Pekah son of Remaliah, conspired against him along with Argob, Arieh, and fifty men of Gilead. And at the citadel of the king’s palace in Samaria, Pekah struck down and killed Pekahiah and reigned in his place.

2 Kings 17:21
When the LORD had torn Israel away from the house of David, they made Jeroboam son of Nebat king, and Jeroboam led Israel away from following the LORD and caused them to commit a great sin.

1 Chronicles 9:35-39
Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. / Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, / Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. ...

1 Chronicles 12:1-2
Now these were the men who came to David at Ziklag, while he was still banished from the presence of Saul son of Kish (they were among the mighty men who helped him in battle; / they were archers using both the right and left hands to sling stones and shoot arrows; and they were Saul’s kinsmen from Benjamin):

1 Chronicles 12:29
From Benjamin, the kinsmen of Saul: 3,000, most of whom had remained loyal to the house of Saul up to that time.


Treasury of Scripture

And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;

Beriah

1 Chronicles 8:13
Beriah also, and Shema, who were heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath:

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Michael, Ishpah, and Joha
These names are part of a genealogical record, which is significant in the context of 1 Chronicles as it traces the lineage of the tribes of Israel. Michael, Ishpah, and Joha are listed as sons of Beriah, indicating their place within the tribe of Benjamin. The name Michael means "Who is like God?" and is a common name in the Bible, often associated with strength and leadership. Ishpah and Joha are less common, but their inclusion highlights the importance of every family line in the chronicling of Israel's history. This genealogical detail underscores the meticulous nature of the Chronicler in preserving the heritage and identity of the tribes.

were the sons of Beriah
Beriah is a descendant of Benjamin, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and thus part of the tribe of Benjamin. The name Beriah means "in trouble" or "a gift," which may reflect the circumstances of his birth or life. The tribe of Benjamin held a significant role in Israel's history, being the tribe of King Saul, the first king of Israel. This lineage is crucial for understanding the political and social dynamics of the time, as the tribe of Benjamin was known for its warriors and played a pivotal role in the early monarchy of Israel. The Chronicler's emphasis on genealogy serves to affirm the continuity of God's promises to His people through the preservation of their tribal identities.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Michael
One of the sons of Beriah, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. His name means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew, reflecting a common theme of reverence and acknowledgment of God's uniqueness.

2. Ishpah
Another son of Beriah. His name is less commonly referenced in the Bible, but it contributes to the lineage of the Benjamites, a tribe known for its warriors and significant figures in Israel's history.

3. Joha
The third son of Beriah listed in this verse. Like his brothers, Joha is part of the genealogical record that underscores the continuity and heritage of the tribe of Benjamin.

4. Beriah
The father of Michael, Ishpah, and Joha. His name means "in trouble" or "misfortune," which may reflect the circumstances of his birth or life. He is a descendant of Benjamin, Jacob's youngest son.

5. Tribe of Benjamin
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its fierce warriors and significant leaders, including King Saul and the Apostle Paul (formerly Saul of Tarsus).
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogy
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's promises across generations. They remind us of God's faithfulness and the continuity of His plan through history.

Identity and Heritage
Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ. Just as the Benjamites had a unique role in Israel, believers today have a unique role in God's kingdom.

Names and Meanings
Biblical names often carry significant meanings that reflect character or destiny. Reflecting on the meaning of names can deepen our understanding of biblical accounts.

God's Sovereignty in Lineage
Despite human circumstances, God's sovereign plan unfolds through families and generations. Trusting in His sovereignty can bring peace amidst life's uncertainties.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Michael,
וּמִיכָאֵ֧ל (ū·mî·ḵā·’êl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4317: Michael -- 'Who is like God?' an angel, also a number of Israelites

Ishpah,
וְיִשְׁפָּ֛ה (wə·yiš·pāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3472: Ishpah -- 'He sweeps', a Benjamite

and Joha
וְיוֹחָ֖א (wə·yō·w·ḥā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3109: Joha -- two Israelites

[were] the sons
בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Beriah.
בְרִיעָֽה׃ (ḇə·rî·‘āh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1283: Beriah -- four Israelites


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