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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 />Gera, Shephuphan and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/8.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/8.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_chronicles/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />and Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram. <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 Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<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 Gera, and Sephuphan, and Huram. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />then also Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Gera, Shephuphan, and Huram.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And Adar the tenth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Shaphim and Khupham and Akhiram.<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 Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and Gera, and Sephupham, and Uram.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/8-5.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=2535" 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">4</span>Abishua, Naaman, Ahoah, <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1617.htm" title="1617: wə·ḡê·rā (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr., also a Benjamite family. Perhaps from gerah; a grain; Gera, the name of six Israelites.">Gera,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8197.htm" title="8197: ū·šə·p̄ū·p̄ān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Or Shphuwphan; from the same as shphiyphon; serpent-like; Shephupham or Shephuphan, an Israelite.">Shephuphan,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2361.htm" title="2361: wə·ḥū·rām (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Probably from chuwr; whiteness, i.e. Noble; Churam, the name of an Israelite and two Syrians.">and Huram.</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>These were the descendants of Ehud who were the heads of the families living in Geba and were exiled to Manahath:…<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="/genesis/46-21.htm">Genesis 46:21</a></span><br />The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/26-38.htm">Numbers 26:38-40</a></span><br />These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, / the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. / And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><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_chronicles/7-6.htm">1 Chronicles 7:6-12</a></span><br />The three sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael. / The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, heads of their families—five in all. There were 22,034 mighty men of valor listed in their genealogies. / The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-35.htm">1 Chronicles 9:35-44</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 12:1-7</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): / Ahiezer their chief and Joash, who were the sons of Shemaah the Gibeathite; Jeziel and Pelet, the sons of Azmaveth; Beracah; Jehu the Anathothite; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/26-28.htm">1 Chronicles 26:28</a></span><br />Everything that had been dedicated by Samuel the seer, Saul son of Kish, Abner son of Ner, and Joab son of Zeruiah, along with everything else that was dedicated, was under the care of Shelomith and his brothers.<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="/2_samuel/23-29.htm">2 Samuel 23:29</a></span><br />Heled son of Baanah the Netophathite, Ittai son of Ribai from Gibeah of the Benjamites,<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/12-16.htm">1 Kings 12:16</a></span><br />When all Israel saw that the king had refused to listen to them, they answered the king: “What portion do we have in David, and what inheritance in the son of Jesse? To your tents, O Israel! Look now to your own house, O David!” So the Israelites went home,<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.</p><p class="hdg">Gera</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/judges/3-15.htm">Judges 3:15</a></b></br> But when the children of Israel cried unto the LORD, the LORD raised them up a deliverer, Ehud the son of Gera, a Benjamite, a man lefthanded: and by him the children of Israel sent a present unto Eglon the king of Moab.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/7-12.htm">1 Chronicles 7:12</a></b></br> Shuppim also, and Huppim, the children of Ir, <i>and</i> Hushim, the sons of Aher.</p><p class="hdg">Shuppim</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/26-39.htm">Numbers 26:39</a></b></br> Of Shupham, the family of the Shuphamites: of Hupham, the family of the Huphamites.</p><p class="hdg">Shupham </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/8-3.htm">Gera</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-45.htm">Huram</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/8-7.htm">Gera</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/14-1.htm">Huram</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>Gera</b><br>Gera is a name that appears multiple times in the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin. This name is significant as it is associated with the lineage of Ehud, the left-handed judge who delivered Israel from Moabite oppression (<a href="/judges/3-15.htm">Judges 3:15</a>). The repetition of the name Gera in the Benjamite genealogy underscores the importance of family lineage and heritage in Israelite culture. It also highlights the tribe of Benjamin's role in Israel's history, as they produced notable leaders and warriors. The name Gera itself means "a grain" or "a kernel," which may symbolize the potential for growth and development within the tribe.<p><b>Shephuphan</b><br>Shephuphan is a less commonly mentioned figure in the Bible, and his name appears in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. The name Shephuphan is sometimes associated with the name Shuppim, which appears in other genealogical lists (<a href="/1_chronicles/7-12.htm">1 Chronicles 7:12, 15</a>). This connection suggests the possibility of variations in the transcription of names over time. The presence of Shephuphan in the genealogy emphasizes the detailed record-keeping of the Israelites and their commitment to preserving family histories. It also reflects the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His people through generations.<p><b>Huram</b><br>Huram, also known as Hiram in some biblical texts, is a name that appears in various contexts in the Bible. In the context of <a href="/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5</a>, Huram is listed as a descendant of Benjamin. However, the name is more famously associated with Hiram, the king of Tyre, who provided materials and craftsmen for the construction of Solomon's Temple (<a href="/1_kings/5.htm">1 Kings 5:1-12</a>). This connection highlights the importance of alliances and cooperation between Israel and neighboring nations during the united monarchy. The name Huram means "noble" or "exalted," which may reflect the esteemed status of individuals bearing this name in biblical narratives.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/gera.htm">Gera</a></b><br>A descendant of Benjamin, Gera is mentioned in the genealogical records of the tribe of Benjamin. The name Gera appears in other parts of the Bible, often associated with the Benjamite lineage.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/shephuphan.htm">Shephuphan</a></b><br>Another descendant of Benjamin, Shephuphan is listed among the sons of Benjamin. The name is sometimes rendered as "Shuppim" in other biblical genealogies.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/huram.htm">Huram</a></b><br>Also a descendant of Benjamin, Huram is part of the genealogical record. The name Huram is sometimes associated with Hiram, a name that appears in other contexts in the Bible.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_genealogy_in_scripture.htm">The Importance of Genealogy in Scripture</a></b><br>Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect God's people to His promises. They remind us of God's faithfulness through generations and His sovereign plan unfolding through history.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_our_spiritual_heritage.htm">Understanding Our Spiritual Heritage</a></b><br>Just as the Israelites valued their genealogical records, Christians are encouraged to understand their spiritual heritage. This includes recognizing the legacy of faith passed down through the church and Scripture.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_family_lines.htm">God's Sovereignty in Family Lines</a></b><br>The inclusion of specific names in genealogies underscores God's sovereignty in choosing and using families for His purposes. It reminds us that God can work through our family lines, regardless of their imperfections.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_individuals_in_god's_plan.htm">The Role of Individuals in God's Plan</a></b><br>Each name in a genealogy represents an individual with a unique role in God's plan. This encourages believers to see their own lives as part of God's larger account.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_across_generations.htm">Faithfulness Across Generations</a></b><br>The genealogies challenge us to consider how we can be faithful in our generation, passing on the faith to the next, just as the descendants of Benjamin did.<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/are_1_chronicles_5_3_genealogies_reliable.htm">How reliable are the long genealogies in 1 Chronicles 5:3 when compared to other ancient records?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_1_chronicles_8_29-40_genealogy_verified.htm">In 1 Chronicles 8:29-40, do the numerous names and generations have any external corroboration, or could this genealogy have been constructed later to support certain tribal claims?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_faces_judgment_(john_5_22_vs._rom_8_1).htm">Who will be judged? (John 5:22 vs. Romans 8:1)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_elhanan_kill_goliath's_brother.htm">1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/8-5.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">Gera,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְגֵרָ֥א</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḡê·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1617.htm">Strong's 1617: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gera -- the name of several Israelites, also a Benjamite family</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Shephuphan,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּשְׁפוּפָ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(ū·šə·p̄ū·p̄ān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8197.htm">Strong's 8197: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shephuphan -- 'serpent-like', a Benjamite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Huram.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְחוּרָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥū·rām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2361.htm">Strong's 2361: </a> </span><span class="str2">Huram -- a Benjamite, also two Arameans (Syrians)</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">1 Chronicles 8:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/8-5.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 8:5 And Gera and Shephuphan and Huram (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 8:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 8:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/8-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 8:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 8:6" /></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>