1 Chronicles 4:18

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Ore ina kitok enye oo Lyahudi neiu Yared menye le Gedor o Heber menye le Soko o Yekutiel menye le Samoa.

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists the children of Mered and Bithiah, the daughter of Pharaoh. Mered's wife, Jehudijah, gave birth to Jered, Heber, and Jekuthiel. The verse highlights the family connections and lineage.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big family tree where everyone is connected. This verse is like a branch on that tree, showing how Mered and Bithiah had children named Jered, Heber, and Jekuthiel. It's like a family story that helps us understand who's related to whom.

Historical Background

1 Chronicles was written by an unknown author, possibly a priest or a Levite, during the Persian period (539-333 BCE). The audience was likely the returning exiles to Jerusalem, and the cultural setting was one of rebuilding and reconnecting with their heritage.

Living It Out Today

Understanding family lineage and connections can help us value our own family histories. Just as Mered and Bithiah's children are remembered, we can cherish our own family stories and the ways they shape who we are.

Topics

• lineage
• family
• history
• ancestry
• genealogy
• Bible

Related Verses

• Exodus 2:10
• 1 Kings 4:11
• 1 Chronicles 2:18
• 2 Chronicles 8:5
• Ezra 2:59

Recommended Reading

Commentary 1 Chronicles Commentaries → Get This Bible Maasai (BIBLIA SINYATI TE NKUTUK OO LMAASAI NATISIRAKI ENG'EJUK NAATA MBUKUI E DITROKANONI) Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Bithiah, the daughter of Pharaoh, mentioned?

Bithiah's mention emphasizes her royal lineage and the unique position she holds as a foreigner in the Israelite genealogy, highlighting the integration of different backgrounds in the family history.

What does the verse tell us about the naming practices of the time?

The verse shows that names often had significant meanings and sometimes indicated roles or characteristics, such as Jered being the father of Gedor.

How does this verse connect to other genealogies in the Bible?

This verse provides a specific family lineage that links to broader genealogical records in the Bible, helping to establish historical and familial connections.

What can we learn about Mered from this verse?

The verse suggests that Mered was part of a family with diverse origins, including a connection to the royal family of Egypt, which reflects the complex social and cultural dynamics of the time.