The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. The son of Jediael: Bilhan.Jediael is listed among the descendants of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. This genealogy highlights the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite culture, emphasizing the continuity of God's promises through specific family lines. Bilhan, as the son of Jediael, represents a link in this chain, underscoring the significance of each generation in maintaining the covenant relationship with God. The name Bilhan may mean "their decrepitude" or "modest," reflecting the cultural practice of naming children with meanings that could reflect circumstances or hopes. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. Persons / Places / Events 1. JediaelA descendant of Benjamin, Jediael is listed as a patriarch whose lineage is detailed in this passage. His name means "God makes known" or "God reveals." 2. Bilhan The son of Jediael, Bilhan is noted as the progenitor of several sons, indicating his role in the continuation of the tribe of Benjamin. 3. Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, Ahishahar These are the sons of Bilhan, each representing a branch of the family tree and contributing to the growth and development of the tribe of Benjamin. Teaching Points The Importance of Genealogy in ScriptureGenealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's promises through generations, emphasizing His faithfulness and the continuity of His covenant with Israel. God's Sovereignty in Family Lines The detailed genealogies remind us that God is sovereign over family lines and history, orchestrating His purposes through individuals and families. Legacy and Influence The mention of specific individuals, like Ehud, highlights the potential for influence and legacy within a family, encouraging believers to consider their own impact on future generations. Faithfulness in the Ordinary While some names in genealogies may not be well-known, their inclusion underscores the value of faithfulness in everyday life, as each person plays a role in God's overarching plan. Bible Study Questions 1. How does understanding the genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin enhance our appreciation of God's faithfulness throughout biblical history?2. In what ways can we see God's sovereignty at work in our own family lines, and how can this understanding impact our faith? 3. How does the account of Ehud in Judges 3:15 inspire us to consider our own roles in God's plan for deliverance and justice? 4. What lessons can we learn from the lesser-known individuals in biblical genealogies about the significance of our own lives and contributions? 5. How can we ensure that our legacy, like those of the sons of Bilhan, reflects faithfulness to God and His purposes for future generations? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 46:21This passage lists the sons of Benjamin, providing a broader context for the tribe's genealogy and highlighting the importance of family lineage in Israel's history. Judges 3:15 Ehud, one of the sons of Bilhan, is possibly connected to the judge Ehud, who delivered Israel from Moabite oppression, showcasing the role of Benjamin's descendants in Israel's deliverance. 1 Chronicles 8:1-40 This chapter provides a more extensive genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin, offering additional insights into the family lines and their significance in Israel's history.
People Abiah, Abiezer, Abijah, Aher, Ahi, Ahian, Ahishahar, Aiah, Alameth, Alemeth, Amal, Ammihud, Anathoth, Aniam, Ara, Arah, Aram, Asher, Ashriel, Ashvath, Asriel, Becher, Bedan, Beera, Bela, Benjamin, Bered, Beri, Beriah, Bezer, Bilhah, Bilhan, Bimhal, Birzavith, Chenaanah, Dan, David, Ehud, Eladah, Elead, Eliezer, Elioenai, Elishama, Ezbon, Ezer, Guni, Hammoleketh, Haniel, Hanniel, Harnepher, Heber, Helem, Hod, Hotham, Huppim, Huppites, Hushim, Hushites, Imna, Imnah, Imrah, Iri, Ishiah, Ishod, Ishuai, Issachar, Isshiah, Isuah, Ithran, Izrahiah, Jahmai, Jahziel, Japhlet, Jashub, Jediael, Jehoshua, Jehoshuah, Jehubbah, Jephunneh, Jeremoth, Jeriel, Jerimoth, Jether, Jeush, Jezer, Jibsam, Jimna, Jimnah, Joash, Joel, Joseph, Joshua, Laadan, Likhi, Maacah, Maachah, Machir, Mahalah, Mahlah, Malchiel, Manasseh, Michael, Naphtali, Non, Nun, Obadiah, Omri, Pasach, Peresh, Pispah, Puah, Rakem, Rekem, Rephah, Rephaiah, Resheph, Rezia, Rohgah, Samuel, Serah, Shallum, Shamer, Shamma, Shaul, Shelesh, Shemer, Shemida, Shemidah, Shemuel, Sherah, Sheresh, Shillem, Shilshah, Shimrom, Shimron, Shomer, Shua, Shual, Shuppim, Shuppites, Shuthelah, Suah, Tahan, Tahath, Tarshish, Telah, Tharshish, Tola, Ulam, Ulla, Uzzi, Uzziel, Zabad, Zelophehad, Zemira, Zethan, ZophahPlaces Ayyah, Bethel, Beth-horon, Beth-shan, Dor, Gath, Gezer, Gilead, Heshbon, Megiddo, Naaran, Shechem, Taanach, Upper Beth-horon, Uzzen-sheerahTopics Ahishahar, Ahish'ahar, Benjamin, Bilhan, Chenaanah, Chena'anah, Ehud, Jediael, Jedi'a-el, Jeush, Je'ush, Kenaanah, Sons, Tarshish, Tharshish, ZethanDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Chronicles 7:1-12Library ChroniclesThe 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 Links 1 Chronicles 7:10 NIV1 Chronicles 7:10 NLT 1 Chronicles 7:10 ESV 1 Chronicles 7:10 NASB 1 Chronicles 7:10 KJV 1 Chronicles 7:10 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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