1 Chronicles 2:8
The son of Ethan: Azariah.
The son of Ethan:
Ethan is listed among the descendants of Judah, specifically in the genealogies that trace the lineage of the tribe. Ethan is also mentioned in 1 Kings 4:31 as one of the wise men whom Solomon surpassed in wisdom. This connection highlights the importance of wisdom and understanding in the biblical narrative. Ethan's inclusion in the genealogy underscores the significance of family lineage in Israelite culture, where ancestry was crucial for identity and inheritance. The genealogies in Chronicles serve to establish the continuity of God's covenant with His people, tracing the line through which the promises to Abraham and David would be fulfilled.

Azariah:
Azariah, meaning "Yahweh has helped," is a name that appears frequently in the Old Testament, indicating its popularity and the cultural emphasis on divine assistance. This particular Azariah is not extensively detailed in the biblical text, but the name itself reflects a common theme in Israelite history: reliance on God's help and intervention. The name Azariah is also associated with several other notable biblical figures, such as Azariah the priest in 2 Chronicles 26:17-20, who opposed King Uzziah's attempt to burn incense in the temple. This highlights the role of priests and prophets in maintaining the covenantal relationship between God and Israel. The recurrence of the name Azariah throughout the Bible serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and the importance of seeking His guidance and support.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ethan
A descendant of Judah, Ethan is listed in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles. His name means "enduring" or "strong" in Hebrew, and he is noted for his wisdom in other parts of the Bible.

2. Azariah
The son of Ethan, Azariah's name means "Yahweh has helped" in Hebrew. This name is common in the Old Testament and often associated with individuals who have a significant role in Israel's history.

3. Judah
The tribe from which Ethan and Azariah descend. Judah is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its leadership and the lineage of King David and ultimately Jesus Christ.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect us to God's unfolding plan through history. They remind us of God's faithfulness across generations.

Names and Their Meanings
Biblical names often carry significant meanings that reflect God's character or actions. Understanding these can deepen our appreciation of the text.

Wisdom and Legacy
Ethan's mention in connection with wisdom challenges us to consider the legacy we leave. Are we known for godly wisdom that points others to Christ?

God's Help in Our Lives
Azariah's name, meaning "Yahweh has helped," is a reminder of God's continual assistance in our lives. Reflect on how God has helped you in your journey.

Lineage of Faith
Just as Ethan and Azariah are part of a larger account, we too are part of God's account. How are we contributing to the faith legacy in our families and communities?
Bible Study Questions
1. What significance do you find in the genealogies of the Bible, and how do they impact your understanding of God's plan?

2. How does the meaning of the names Ethan and Azariah enhance your understanding of their roles in biblical history?

3. In what ways can you cultivate wisdom in your life that leaves a lasting legacy for future generations?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's help in your life. How did it strengthen your faith?

5. How can you actively contribute to the spiritual lineage of your family or community, ensuring that faith is passed down to future generations?
Connections to Other Scriptures
1 Kings 4:31
This verse highlights Ethan's wisdom, comparing it to Solomon's, indicating Ethan's esteemed status in Israel's history.

2 Chronicles 26:1-5
Azariah is a common name, and another Azariah, also known as Uzziah, was a king of Judah who sought God during the days of Zechariah.

Matthew 1:1-16
The genealogy of Jesus Christ traces back to Judah, showing the importance of these genealogies in understanding the lineage of the Messiah.
The Human FamilyW. Clarkson 1 Chronicles 2:1-55
On the Genealogical TablesR. Glover 1 Chronicles 1-6
GenealogiesJ.R. Thomson 1 Chronicles 1-9
People
Abiah, Abigail, Abihail, Abijah, Abinadab, Abishai, Abishur, Achan, Achar, Achsa, Achsah, Ahban, Ahijah, Ahlai, Amasa, Amminadab, Appaim, Aram, Ardon, Asahel, Asher, Ashur, Atarah, Attai, Azariah, Azubah, Bathshua, Benjamin, Bezaleel, Boaz, Bunah, Calcol, Caleb, Carmi, Chelubai, Dan, Dara, Darda, David, Eker, Elasah, Eleasah, Eliab, Elishama, Ephah, Ephlal, Ephratah, Ephrath, Er, Eshtaolites, Eshtaulites, Ethan, Gad, Gazez, Gesham, Geshem, Hamul, Haran, Hareph, Haroeh, Hazi-hammana-hethites, Helez, Heman, Hemath, Hezron, Hur, Ishi, Issachar, Ithrites, Jabez, Jada, Jahdai, Jair, Jamin, Jarha, Jehu, Jekamiah, Jerahmeel, Jerioth, Jesher, Jesse, Jether, Jithrites, Joab, Jonathan, Joseph, Jotham, Kenites, Korah, Levi, Maacah, Maachah, Maaz, Machir, Manahathites, Manahethites, Maon, Menahethites, Mesha, Mishraites, Molid, Moza, Nadab, Nahshon, Naphtali, Nathan, Nethaneel, Netophathites, Obed, Onam, Onan, Oren, Ozem, Pelet, Peleth, Perez, Pharez, Puhites, Puthites, Raddai, Raham, Rechab, Regem, Rekem, Reuben, Salma, Salmon, Segub, Seled, Shaaph, Shallum, Shammai, Sheber, Shelah, Shema, Sheshan, Sheva, Shimea, Shimeathites, Shimma, Shobab, Shobal, Shua, Shumathites, Simeon, Sisamai, Sucathites, Suchathites, Tamar, Tappuah, Tirathites, Tireathites, Tirhanah, Uri, Zabad, Zareathites, Zaza, Zebulun, Zerah, Zereathites, Zeruiah, Zimri, Zorathites, Zoreathites, Zorites, Zur
Places
Aram, Edom, Geshur, Gilead, Hammath, Havvoth-jair, Jabez, Kenath
Topics
Azariah, Azari'ah, Ethan, Ethan's, Sons
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Chronicles 2:3

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Canaan
Canaan was the inheritance which the Israelites won for themselves by the sword. Their ancestors had already settled in it in patriarchal days. Abraham "the Hebrew" from Babylonia had bought in it a burying-place near Hebron; Jacob had purchased a field near Shechem, where he could water his flocks from his own spring. It was the "Promised Land" to which the serfs of the Pharaoh in Goshen looked forward when they should again become free men and find a new home for themselves. Canaan had ever been
Archibald Sayce—Early Israel and the Surrounding Nations

The Quotation in Matt. Ii. 6.
Several interpreters, Paulus especially, have asserted that the interpretation of Micah which is here given, was that of the Sanhedrim only, and not of the Evangelist, who merely recorded what happened and was said. But this assertion is at once refuted when we consider the object which Matthew has in view in his entire representation of the early life of Jesus. His object in recording the early life of Jesus is not like that of Luke, viz., to communicate historical information to his readers.
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament

Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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