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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/8.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/8.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah and Joha were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/8.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Michael, Ispah, and Joha <i>were</i> the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha <i>were</i> the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah and Joha were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha <i>were</i> the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha <i>were</i> the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha <i>were</i> the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were Beriah’s sons.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were Beriah&#8217s sons. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Beriah's descendants included Michael, Ishpah, and Joha.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, Joha, the sons of Beriah, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, sons of Beriah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, sons of Beriah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, sons of Beriah;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Michael, and Jespha, and Joha, the sons of Baria. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />as well as Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Michael, Ishpah, and Joha were sons of Beriah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Who built Eio and Lod, with the hamlets thereof;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Mankel and Ansheephi and Ebrun and Zabdi.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and Michael, and Ishpah, and Joha, were the sons of Beriah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and Michael, and Jespha, and Joda, the sons of Beria:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=2602" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Genealogy from Benjamin to Saul</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">15</span>Zebadiah, Arad, Eder, <span class="reftext">16</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4317.htm" title="4317: ū·mî·ḵā·’êl (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- From miy and kiy and 'el; who like God?; Mikael, the name of an archangel and of nine Israelites.">Michael,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3472.htm" title="3472: wə·yiš·pāh (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- He sweeps, a Benjamite. Perhaps from shaphah; he will scratch; Jishpah, an Israelite.">Ishpah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3109.htm" title="3109: wə·yō·w·ḥā (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. Probably from Yhovah and a variation of chayah; Jehovah-revived; Jocha, the name of two Israelites.">and Joha</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">were the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/1283.htm" title="1283: ḇə·rî·‘āh (N-proper-ms) -- Four Isr. Apparently from the feminine of ra' with a prepositional prefix; in trouble; Beriah, the name of four Israelites.">of Beriah.</a> </span><span class="reftext">17</span>Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hizki, Heber,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/9-1.htm">1 Samuel 9:1-2</a></span><br />Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man, whose name was Kish son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah of Benjamin. / And he had a son named Saul, choice and handsome, without equal among the Israelites—a head taller than any of the people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/14-49.htm">1 Samuel 14:49-51</a></span><br />Now the sons of Saul were Jonathan, Ishvi, and Malchishua. His two daughters were named Merab (his firstborn) and Michal (his younger daughter). / His wife’s name was Ahinoam daughter of Ahimaaz. The name of the commander of his army was Abner, the son of Saul’s uncle Ner. / Saul’s father Kish and Abner’s father Ner were sons of Abiel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/31-2.htm">1 Samuel 31:2</a></span><br />The Philistines hotly pursued Saul and his sons, and they killed Saul’s sons Jonathan, Abinadab, and Malchishua.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/2-8.htm">2 Samuel 2:8-9</a></span><br />Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/3-1.htm">2 Samuel 3:1</a></span><br />Now the war between the house of Saul and the house of David was protracted. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/21-14.htm">2 Samuel 21:14</a></span><br />And they buried the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan in Zela in the land of Benjamin, in the tomb of Saul’s father Kish. After they had done everything the king had commanded, God answered their prayers for the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/11-26.htm">1 Kings 11:26</a></span><br />Now Jeroboam son of Nebat was an Ephraimite from Zeredah whose mother was a widow named Zeruah. Jeroboam was a servant of Solomon, but he rebelled against the king,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/12-20.htm">1 Kings 12:20</a></span><br />When all Israel heard that Jeroboam had returned, they summoned him to the assembly and made him king over all Israel. Only the tribe of Judah followed the house of David.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/14-19.htm">1 Kings 14:19-20</a></span><br />As for the rest of the acts of Jeroboam, how he waged war and how he reigned, they are indeed written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel. / And the length of Jeroboam’s reign was twenty-two years, and he rested with his fathers, and his son Nadab reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/15-10.htm">2 Kings 15:10</a></span><br />Then Shallum son of Jabesh conspired against Zechariah, struck him down and killed him in front of the people, and reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/15-25.htm">2 Kings 15:25</a></span><br />Then his officer, Pekah son of Remaliah, conspired against him along with Argob, Arieh, and fifty men of Gilead. And at the citadel of the king’s palace in Samaria, Pekah struck down and killed Pekahiah and reigned in his place.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/17-21.htm">2 Kings 17:21</a></span><br />When the LORD had torn Israel away from the house of David, they made Jeroboam son of Nebat king, and Jeroboam led Israel away from following the LORD and caused them to commit a great sin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-35.htm">1 Chronicles 9:35-39</a></span><br />Jeiel the father of Gibeon lived in Gibeon. His wife’s name was Maacah. / Abdon was his firstborn son, then Zur, Kish, Baal, Ner, Nadab, / Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-1.htm">1 Chronicles 12:1-2</a></span><br />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):<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-29.htm">1 Chronicles 12:29</a></span><br />From Benjamin, the kinsmen of Saul: 3,000, most of whom had remained loyal to the house of Saul up to that time.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;</p><p class="hdg">Beriah</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/8-13.htm">1 Chronicles 8:13</a></b></br> Beriah also, and Shema, who <i>were</i> heads of the fathers of the inhabitants of Aijalon, who drove away the inhabitants of Gath:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/8-13.htm">Beriah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/8-13.htm">Beri'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/8-22.htm">Jishpah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-45.htm">Joha</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/7-3.htm">Michael</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/23-10.htm">Beriah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/23-10.htm">Beri'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/8-22.htm">Jishpah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/11-45.htm">Joha</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/12-20.htm">Michael</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 8</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-1.htm">The sons and chief men of Benjamin</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-33.htm">The stock of Saul and Jonathan</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/8.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_chronicles/8.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Michael, Ishpah, and Joha</b><br>These names are part of a genealogical record, which is significant in the context of 1 Chronicles as it traces the lineage of the tribes of Israel. Michael, Ishpah, and Joha are listed as sons of Beriah, indicating their place within the tribe of Benjamin. The name Michael means "Who is like God?" and is a common name in the Bible, often associated with strength and leadership. Ishpah and Joha are less common, but their inclusion highlights the importance of every family line in the chronicling of Israel's history. This genealogical detail underscores the meticulous nature of the Chronicler in preserving the heritage and identity of the tribes.<p><b>were the sons of Beriah</b><br>Beriah is a descendant of Benjamin, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and thus part of the tribe of Benjamin. The name Beriah means "in trouble" or "a gift," which may reflect the circumstances of his birth or life. The tribe of Benjamin held a significant role in Israel's history, being the tribe of King Saul, the first king of Israel. This lineage is crucial for understanding the political and social dynamics of the time, as the tribe of Benjamin was known for its warriors and played a pivotal role in the early monarchy of Israel. The Chronicler's emphasis on genealogy serves to affirm the continuity of God's promises to His people through the preservation of their tribal identities.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/michael.htm">Michael</a></b><br>One of the sons of Beriah, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. His name means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew, reflecting a common theme of reverence and acknowledgment of God's uniqueness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/ishpah.htm">Ishpah</a></b><br>Another son of Beriah. His name is less commonly referenced in the Bible, but it contributes to the lineage of the Benjamites, a tribe known for its warriors and significant figures in Israel's history.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/joha.htm">Joha</a></b><br>The third son of Beriah listed in this verse. Like his brothers, Joha is part of the genealogical record that underscores the continuity and heritage of the tribe of Benjamin.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/beriah.htm">Beriah</a></b><br>The father of Michael, Ishpah, and Joha. His name means "in trouble" or "misfortune," which may reflect the circumstances of his birth or life. He is a descendant of Benjamin, Jacob's youngest son.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/tribe_of_benjamin.htm">Tribe of Benjamin</a></b><br>One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its fierce warriors and significant leaders, including King Saul and the Apostle Paul (formerly Saul of Tarsus).<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_genealogy.htm">The Importance of Genealogy</a></b><br>Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's promises across generations. They remind us of God's faithfulness and the continuity of His plan through history.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/identity_and_heritage.htm">Identity and Heritage</a></b><br>Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our identity in Christ. Just as the Benjamites had a unique role in Israel, believers today have a unique role in God's kingdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/n/names_and_meanings.htm">Names and Meanings</a></b><br>Biblical names often carry significant meanings that reflect character or destiny. Reflecting on the meaning of names can deepen our understanding of biblical accounts.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_lineage.htm">God's Sovereignty in Lineage</a></b><br>Despite human circumstances, God's sovereign plan unfolds through families and generations. Trusting in His sovereignty can bring peace amidst life's uncertainties.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 8</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/joab's_key_bible_achievements_lessons.htm">What are Joab's key achievements and lessons in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/when_did_king_baasha_die.htm">In what year of King Asa's reign did Baasha, King of Israel die? Twenty-sixth year (I Kings 15:33 - 16:8) Still alive in the thirty-sixth year (2 Chronicles 16:1)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_1_chr_16_7-36_echo_ps_105,_96.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 16:7-36 reuse lines from Psalm 105 and Psalm 96 if David was the original composer?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_ehud_in_1_chr_8_6-7_the_same_as_in_judg_3.htm">In 1 Chronicles 8:6-7, is the reference to Ehud a contradiction of Judges 3, or is it an entirely different person with the same name?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Michael,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִיכָאֵ֧ל</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mî·ḵā·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4317.htm">Strong's 4317: </a> </span><span class="str2">Michael -- 'Who is like God?' an angel, also a number of Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Ishpah,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיִשְׁפָּ֛ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yiš·pāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3472.htm">Strong's 3472: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ishpah -- 'He sweeps', a Benjamite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Joha</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיוֹחָ֖א</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yō·w·ḥā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3109.htm">Strong's 3109: </a> </span><span class="str2">Joha -- two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[were] the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Beriah.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְרִיעָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·rî·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1283.htm">Strong's 1283: </a> </span><span class="str2">Beriah -- four Israelites</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">1 Chronicles 8:16 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/8-16.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 8:16 And Michael and Ishpah and Joha (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-15.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 8:15"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 8:15" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-17.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 8:17"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 8:17" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>