1 Chronicles 9:8
New International Version
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Mikri; and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah.

New Living Translation
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, son of Micri; and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah.

English Standard Version
Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, Elah the son of Uzzi, son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah;

Berean Standard Bible
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

King James Bible
And Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephathiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

New King James Version
Ibneiah the son of Jeroham; Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

New American Standard Bible
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

NASB 1995
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

NASB 1977
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

Legacy Standard Bible
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

Amplified Bible
Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

Christian Standard Bible
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah;

American Standard Version
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

English Revised Version
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Ibneiah (son of Jeroham), Elah (son of Uzzi and grandson of Michri), and Meshullam (son of Shephatiah, grandson of Reuel, and great-grandson of Ibniah),

International Standard Version
Jeroham's son Ibneiah, Uzzi's son Elah, who was also Michri's grandson, and Shephatiah's son Meshullam, who was the grandson of Reuel and great-grandson of Ibnijah,

Majority Standard Bible
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

NET Bible
Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, son of Mikri; and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah.

New Heart English Bible
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Mikri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

Webster's Bible Translation
And Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

World English Bible
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Ibneiah son of Jeroham, and Elah son of Uzzi, son of Michri, and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah.

Young's Literal Translation
and Ibneiah son of Jeroham, and Elah son of Uzzi, son of Michri, and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Ibneiah son of Jeroham, and Elah son of Uzzi, son of Michri, and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Jobania the son of Jeroham: and Ela the son of Ozi, the son of Mochori: and Mosallam the son of Saphatias, the son of Rahuel, the son of Jebania:

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Ibneiah, the son of Jeroham; and Elah, the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; and Meshullam, the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

New American Bible
as well as Ibneiah, son of Jeroham; Elah, son of Uzzi, son of Michri; Meshullam, son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah.

New Revised Standard Version
Ibneiah son of Jeroham, Elah son of Uzzi, son of Michri, and Meshullam son of Shephatiah, son of Reuel, son of Ibnijah;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Jocaniah the son of Jeroham. These were the descendants of Uzzi the son of Machir and Meshullam the son of Reuel, the son of Jocaniah;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yukanya, son of Yarkhum. These are the sons of Azi, son of Makir, and Mashlam, son of Arubel, son of Ikanya.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibneiah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Jemnaa son of Jeroboam, and Elo: these are the sons of Ozi the son of Machir: and Mosollam, son of Saphatia, son of Raguel, son of Jemnai;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The People of Jerusalem
7From the Benjamites: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Hodaviah, the son of Hassenuah; 8Ibneiah son of Jeroham; Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Michri; Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah; 9and 956 of their relatives according to their genealogy. All these men were heads of their families.…

Cross References
Nehemiah 11:7-9
From the descendants of Benjamin: Sallu son of Meshullam, the son of Joed, the son of Pedaiah, the son of Kolaiah, the son of Maaseiah, the son of Ithiel, the son of Jeshaiah; / and his followers Gabbai and Sallai—928 men. / Joel son of Zichri was the officer over them, and Judah son of Hassenuah was over the Second District of the city.

1 Chronicles 8:1-40
Benjamin was the father of Bela his firstborn, Ashbel the second, Aharah the third, / Nohah the fourth, and Rapha the fifth. / The sons of Bela: Addar, Gera, Abihud, ...

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:

1 Chronicles 2:1-2
These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, / Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher.

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 6:1-15
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. ...

1 Chronicles 7:1-5
The sons of Issachar: Tola, Puah, Jashub, and Shimron—four in all. / The sons of Tola: Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Shemuel, the heads of their families. In the days of David, 22,600 descendants of Tola were numbered in their genealogies as mighty men of valor. / The son of Uzzi: Izrahiah. The sons of Izrahiah: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Isshiah. All five of them were chiefs. ...

1 Chronicles 11:1-3
Then all Israel came together to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And the LORD your God said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where David made a covenant with them before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel, according to the word of the LORD through Samuel.

1 Chronicles 15:1-2
David constructed buildings for himself in the City of David, and he prepared a place for the ark of God and pitched a tent for it. / Then David said, “No one but the Levites may carry the ark of God, because the LORD has chosen them to carry the ark of the LORD and to minister before Him forever.”

1 Chronicles 23:1-2
When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel. / Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites.

1 Chronicles 27:1-2
This is the list of the Israelites—the heads of families, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and their officers who served the king in every matter concerning the divisions on rotating military duty each month throughout the year. There were 24,000 men in each division: / Jashobeam son of Zabdiel was in charge of the first division, which was assigned the first month. There were 24,000 men in his division.

2 Chronicles 1:1-2
Now Solomon son of David established himself securely over his kingdom, and the LORD his God was with him and highly exalted him. / Then Solomon spoke to all Israel, to the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, to the judges, and to every leader in all Israel—the heads of the families.

2 Chronicles 11:1-2
When Rehoboam arrived in Jerusalem, he mobilized the house of Judah and Benjamin—180,000 chosen warriors—to fight against Israel and restore the kingdom to Rehoboam. / But the word of the LORD came to Shemaiah the man of God:

2 Chronicles 31:1-2
When all this had ended, the Israelites in attendance went out to the cities of Judah and broke up the sacred pillars, chopped down the Asherah poles, and tore down the high places and altars throughout Judah and Benjamin, as well as in Ephraim and Manasseh, until they had utterly destroyed them all. Then all the Israelites returned to their cities, each to his own property. / Hezekiah reestablished the divisions of the priests and Levites—each of them according to their duties as priests or Levites—for the burnt offerings and peace offerings, for ministry, for giving thanks, and for singing praises at the gates of the LORD’s dwelling.


Treasury of Scripture

And Ibneiah the son of Jeroham, and Elah the son of Uzzi, the son of Michri, and Meshullam the son of Shephathiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah;

Jehoiarib

Nehemiah 11:10
Of the priests: Jedaiah the son of Joiarib, Jachin.

Nehemiah 12:19
And of Joiarib, Mattenai; of Jedaiah, Uzzi;

Joiarib

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1 Chronicles 9
1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies
2. The Israelites
10. The priests
14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem
27. The charge of certain Levites
35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan














Ibneiah son of Jeroham
Ibneiah is a name that appears in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. The name means "Yahweh builds" or "Yahweh understands," reflecting the common practice of embedding the name of God within personal names, signifying a relationship or attribute of God. Jeroham, meaning "may he be compassionate," is a name that appears multiple times in the Old Testament, often associated with the tribe of Benjamin. This lineage highlights the importance of family heritage and tribal identity in Israelite society, emphasizing the continuity of God's people through generations.

Elah son of Uzzi, the son of Michri
Elah, meaning "terebinth" or "oak," is a name that signifies strength and endurance, much like the tree it represents. Uzzi, meaning "my strength," is a name that reflects reliance on God's power. Michri, whose name means "selling" or "price," is less frequently mentioned, but his inclusion in this genealogy underscores the detailed record-keeping of the Israelites. This lineage is part of the chronicler's effort to establish the legitimacy and continuity of the post-exilic community by tracing their roots back to the original tribes of Israel.

Meshullam son of Shephatiah, the son of Reuel, the son of Ibnijah
Meshullam, meaning "friend" or "ally," is a name that appears several times in the Old Testament, often associated with those who played significant roles in the restoration of Jerusalem. Shephatiah, meaning "Yahweh has judged," reflects a common theme in Israelite names, acknowledging God's sovereignty and justice. Reuel, meaning "friend of God," is a name that signifies a close relationship with the divine, reminiscent of other biblical figures who were called friends of God, such as Abraham. Ibnijah, meaning "Yahweh builds," is a name that, like Ibneiah, emphasizes God's role in establishing and sustaining His people. This lineage serves to connect the post-exilic community to their ancestral heritage, reinforcing their identity and purpose as God's chosen people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ibneiah
- A descendant of Benjamin, highlighting the continuity of the tribe's lineage.

2. Jeroham
- Father of Ibneiah, part of the genealogical record of the Benjamites.

3. Elah
- Another Benjamite, son of Uzzi, showing the familial connections within the tribe.

4. Uzzi
- Father of Elah, contributing to the genealogical history.

5. Michri
- Ancestor of Elah, part of the Benjamite lineage.

6. Meshullam
- A Benjamite, son of Shephatiah, continuing the tribal genealogy.

7. Shephatiah
- Father of Meshullam, part of the Benjamite family tree.

8. Reuel
- Ancestor of Meshullam, contributing to the tribal history.

9. Ibnijah
- Ancestor of Reuel, part of the genealogical record of the Benjamites.
Teaching Points
Importance of Genealogy
The genealogical records in 1 Chronicles emphasize the importance of heritage and identity in God's plan. Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our faith and sense of belonging in the body of Christ.

Faithfulness Across Generations
The detailed genealogies remind us of God's faithfulness to His people across generations. We are encouraged to remain faithful, knowing that our actions can impact future generations.

Identity in Christ
While genealogies highlight physical lineage, as Christians, our primary identity is in Christ. This spiritual lineage transcends earthly genealogies and unites us as one family in God.

Role of the Tribe of Benjamin
The tribe of Benjamin played a significant role in Israel's history, producing leaders like King Saul and the Apostle Paul. This reminds us that God can use any tribe or family for His purposes.(8) Three other Benjamite houses.

Ibneiah is much the same name as "Ibnijah" at the end of the verse. Both mean "Jah buildeth," i.e., maketh offspring. (Comp. Assyrian Ea-Ibni, "Ea made," i.e., a son.)

Son of Jeroham.--The sons of Jeroham dwelt in Jerusalem before the exile as well as after it (1Chronicles 8:27).

Michri should perhaps be Zichri. (Comp. 1Chronicles 8:19; 1Chronicles 8:23; 1Chronicles 8:27.) . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Ibneiah
וְיִבְנְיָה֙ (wə·yiḇ·nə·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2997: Ibneiah -- 'Yah builds up', a Benjamite

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Jeroham;
יְרֹחָ֔ם (yə·rō·ḥām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3395: Jeroham -- 'may He be compassionate', the name of several Israelites

Elah
וְאֵלָ֥ה (wə·’ê·lāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 425: Elah -- 'terebinth', an Israelite name, also an Edomite name

son
בֶן־ (ḇen-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Uzzi,
עֻזִּ֖י (‘uz·zî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5813: Uzzi -- 'forceful', the name of several Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Michri;
מִכְרִ֑י (miḵ·rî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4381: Michri -- a Benjamite

Meshullam
וּמְשֻׁלָּם֙ (ū·mə·šul·lām)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4918: Meshullam -- the name of a number of Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Shephatiah,
שְׁפַטְיָ֔ה (šə·p̄aṭ·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8203: Shephatiah -- 'Yah has judged', the name of a number of Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Reuel,
רְעוּאֵ֖ל (rə·‘ū·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7467: Reuel -- 'friend of God', Moses' father-in-law, also an Edomite, a Gadite, and a Benjamite

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Ibnijah;
יִבְנִיָּֽה׃ (yiḇ·nî·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2998: Ibnijah -- 'Yah builds up', a Benjamite


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