Regem
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Regem is a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogical records of the Old Testament. He is identified as one of the sons of Jahdai, a descendant of Caleb, who was a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah. The name "Regem" is found in the genealogical listings that highlight the lineage and heritage of the tribes of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family and ancestry in the biblical narrative.

Biblical Reference:

Regem is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:47, which states: "The sons of Jahdai: Regem, Jotham, Geshan, Pelet, Ephah, and Shaaph." . This verse is part of a larger genealogical account that traces the descendants of Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, who was later named Israel. The tribe of Judah holds significant importance in biblical history, as it is the tribe from which King David and, ultimately, Jesus Christ descended.

Genealogical Context:

The genealogies in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the historical and theological foundations of the Israelite people. They provide a record of the tribal and familial lines that were crucial for maintaining the identity and continuity of the nation of Israel. Regem's inclusion in this genealogy underscores the comprehensive nature of these records, which aim to preserve the heritage and legacy of the tribes.

Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the mention of Regem, along with other descendants of Caleb, highlights the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs. Caleb, known for his faithfulness and courage, was one of the two spies who trusted in God's promise to give the land of Canaan to the Israelites (Numbers 13-14). The genealogies, including the mention of Regem, serve as a testament to God's faithfulness in preserving the lineage of those who were loyal to Him.

Cultural and Historical Insights:

In the ancient Near Eastern context, genealogies were not merely records of ancestry but were also vital for establishing legal rights, inheritance, and social status. The listing of Regem among the sons of Jahdai reflects the cultural importance of maintaining detailed family records. These genealogies were essential for the Israelites, as they provided a sense of identity and continuity, especially during times of exile and dispersion.

Conclusion:

While Regem is a relatively obscure figure in the biblical narrative, his inclusion in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles underscores the meticulous nature of these accounts and their significance in the broader biblical account. Through these genealogies, the Bible affirms the continuity of God's covenantal promises and the enduring legacy of the tribes of Israel.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Regem

that stones or is stoned; purple

Smith's Bible Dictionary
Regem

(friend) a son of Jahdai. (1 Chronicles 2:47)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
REGEM

re'-gem (reghem, "friend" (?)): A Calebite, the son of Jahdai (1 Chronicles 2:47), mentioned as the eponym of a Calebite family or clan.

Strong's Hebrew
7276. Regem -- a descendant of Caleb
... Regem. 7277 . a descendant of Caleb. Transliteration: Regem Phonetic Spelling:
(reh'-gem) Short Definition: Regem. ... of Caleb NASB Word Usage Regem (1). Regem. ...
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7278. Regem Melek -- "king's heap," an Israelite
Regem Melek. 7277, 7278. Regem Melek. 7279 . "king's heap," an Israelite.
Transliteration: Regem Melek Phonetic Spelling: (reh ...
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7277. rigmah -- a heap (of stones), crowd (of people)
... council. Feminine of the same as Regem; a pile (of stones), ie (figuratively) a
throng -- council. see HEBREW Regem. 7276, 7277. rigmah. 7278 . ...
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Library

Hymns, Festival and Occasional.
... Adeste, fideles Laeti triumphantes, Venite, venite in Bethlehem; Natum videte
Regem angelorum. CHORUS. Venite, adoremus, Venite, adoremus! ...
/.../brown/the story of the hymns and tunes/chapter xiii hymns festival and.htm

The Inscription of Quirinius
... Legatus pro praetore Divi Augusti Syriacas legiones optinens bellum gessit cum gente
Homonadensium quae interfecerat Amyntam Galatarum regem, qua redacta in ...
/.../ramsay/was christ born in bethlehem/the inscription of quirinius.htm

Hymnus Ante Somnum
... rapaces fixum vorant volucres. Ipsum deinde regem 65 perplexa somniantem
monuit famem futuram clausis cavere acervis. Mox praesul ac ...
/.../prudentius/the hymns of prudentius/vi hymnus ante somnum.htm

Hymnus viii. Kalendas Ianuarias
... principum. Hunc, quem latebra et obstetrix, et virgo feta, et cunulae et
inbecilla infantia regem dederunt gentibus, 100. peccator ...
/.../prudentius/the hymns of prudentius/xi hymnus viii kalendas ianuarias.htm

Hymnus Epiphaniae
... praedestinavit indolem. Regem Deumque adnuntiant thesaurus et fragrans odor
70 turis Sabaei, ac myrrheus pulvis sepulcrum praedocet. Hoc ...
/.../prudentius/the hymns of prudentius/xii hymnus epiphaniae.htm

Psalmus De Passione DN Jesu Christi.
... super humerum Tuum. 28. Egredimini fili?? Sion: videte Regem Salomonem in
diademate quo coronavit illum Mater sua. 29. Cui comparabo ...
/.../psalmus de passione d n.htm

Certain Amorous Desires, &C.
... When shall I come and appear before the face of our Lord? 13. Precor
coelestem Regem, ut me dolentem nimium faciat eum cernere. ...
/.../certain amorous desires &c.htm

Puer Nobis Nascitur
... pascitur Dominus Dominorum. 2. In praesepe ponitur sub foeno jumentorum Cognovit
bos et asinus Christum regem coelorum. 3. Hinc Herodes ...
/.../the st gregory hymnal and catholic choir book/no 159 puer nobis nascitur.htm

Adeste Fideles
... 1. Adeste, fideles, laeti triumphantes; Venite, venite in Bethlehem: Natum videte
Regem Angelorum: Venite, adoremus, Venite, adoremus, Venite, adoremus, Dominum ...
/.../various/the st gregory hymnal and catholic choir book/no 158 adeste fideles.htm

St. Ambrose Declares his Desire that Some Angel Would Fly to Him ...
... the Vulgate--Voe mihi, quia tacui, quia vir pollutus labiis ego sum, et in medio
populi polluta labia habentis ego habito, et regem, Dominum exercituum vidi ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xx st ambrose declares.htm

Thesaurus
Regem (2 Occurrences)
... Standard Bible Encyclopedia REGEM. ...Regem (2 Occurrences). 1 Chronicles 2:47 The sons
of Jahdai: Regem, and Jothan, and Geshan, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. ...
/r/regem.htm - 7k

Regem-melech (1 Occurrence)
Regem-melech. Regemmelech, Regem-melech. Reg'em-mel'ech . Easton's Bible
Dictionary ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. REGEM-MELECH. ...
/r/regem-melech.htm - 7k

Sharezer (5 Occurrences)
... spiritual heads of the community to inquire concerning the propriety of continuing
the fasts: "They of Beth-el had sent Sharezer and Regem-melech" (Zechariah 7 ...
/s/sharezer.htm - 10k

Regemmelech (1 Occurrence)
... Zechariah 7:2) to make inquiries at the temple. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
REGEM-MELECH. re'-gem-me'-lek, re'-gem-mel'-ek (reghem ...
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Reg'em-mel'ech (1 Occurrence)
Reg'em-mel'ech. Regem-melech, Reg'em-mel'ech. Regeneration . Multi-Version
Concordance ... Regem-melech, Reg'em-mel'ech. Regeneration . Reference Bible.
/r/reg'em-mel'ech.htm - 6k

Jahdai (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Jahdai (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:47 The sons of Jahdai:
Regem, and Jothan, and Geshan, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. ...
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Jehdai (1 Occurrence)
... Jehdai (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:47 And the sons of Jehdai: Regem, and
Jotham, and Geshan, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. (DBY). ...
/j/jehdai.htm - 6k

Jah'dai (1 Occurrence)
... Jah'dai (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:47 And the sons of Jahdai: Regem, and Jotham,
and Geshan, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. (See RSV). ...
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Jothan (1 Occurrence)
... Jothan (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:47 The sons of Jahdai: Regem, and Jothan,
and Geshan, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. (WEB ASV). ...
/j/jothan.htm - 6k

Gesham (1 Occurrence)
... Gesham (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:47 And the sons of Jahdai; Regem, and
Jotham, and Gesham, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph. (KJV). ...
/g/gesham.htm - 6k

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