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Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/46.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben <i>were</i> Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/46.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/46.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/46.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/46.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu and Hezron and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/46.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/46.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Reuben’s sons: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/46.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Reuben&#8217s sons: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/46.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/46.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/46.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The sons of [Reuben]were Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/46.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and Reuben's sons: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/46.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Reuben's sons Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/46.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/46.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/46.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/46.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/46.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/46.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And sons of Reuben: Enoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/46.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/46.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Phallu and Hezron and Carmi.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/46.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The sons of Ruben: Henoch and Phallu, and Hesron and Charmi. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/46.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The sons of Reuben: Hanoch and Pallu, and Hezron and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/46.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />and the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/46.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />and the children of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/46.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/46.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The sons of Rubil: Khenook and Palu and Khetsroon and Karmi.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/46.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch, and Pallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/46.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the sons of Ruben; Enoch, and Phallus, Asron, and Charmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/46-9.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/7ehevn8iSgc?start=12018" 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/genesis/46.htm">Those who Went to Egypt: The Children of Leah</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8</span>Now these are the names of the sons of Israel (Jacob and his descendants) who went to Egypt: Reuben, Jacob’s firstborn. <span class="reftext">9</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ū·ḇə·nê (Conj-w:: N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">The sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/7205.htm" title="7205: rə·’ū·ḇên (N-proper-ms) -- From the imperative of ra'ah and ben; see ye a son; Reuben, a son of Jacob.">of Reuben:</a> <a href="/hebrew/2585.htm" title="2585: ḥă·nō·wḵ (N-proper-ms) -- Four Isr., sons of Cain, Jered, Midian and Reuben. From chanak; initiated; Chanok, an antediluvian patriach.">Hanoch,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6396.htm" title="6396: ū·p̄al·lū (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- A son of Reuben. From palah; distinguished; Pallu, an Israelite.">Pallu,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2696.htm" title="2696: wə·ḥeṣ·rō·wn (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr., also two places in Judah. From chatser; court-yard; Chetsron, the name of a place in Palestine; also of two Israelites.">Hezron,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3756.htm" title="3756: wə·ḵar·mî (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Two Isr. From kerem; gardener; Karmi, the name of three Israelites.">and Carmi.</a> </span><span class="reftext">10</span>The sons of Simeon: Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul the son of a Canaanite woman.…<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="/exodus/6-14.htm">Exodus 6:14-16</a></span><br />These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel, were Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi. These were the clans of Reuben. / The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon. / These were the names of the sons of Levi according to their records: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. Levi lived 137 years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/26-5.htm">Numbers 26:5-7</a></span><br />Reuben was the firstborn of Israel. These were the descendants of Reuben: The Hanochite clan from Hanoch, the Palluite clan from Pallu, / the Hezronite clan from Hezron, and the Carmite clan from Carmi. / These were the clans of Reuben, and their registration numbered 43,730.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/5-1.htm">1 Chronicles 5:1-3</a></span><br />These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright. / And though Judah prevailed over his brothers and a ruler came from him, the birthright belonged to Joseph. / The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/29-32.htm">Genesis 29:32</a></span><br />And Leah conceived and gave birth to a son, and she named him Reuben, for she said, “The LORD has seen my affliction. Surely my husband will love me now.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/35-23.htm">Genesis 35:23</a></span><br />The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/49-3.htm">Genesis 49:3-4</a></span><br />Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power. / Uncontrolled as the waters, you will no longer excel, because you went up to your father’s bed, onto my couch, and defiled it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/33-6.htm">Deuteronomy 33:6</a></span><br />Let Reuben live and not die, nor his men be few.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-1.htm">1 Chronicles 2:1-2</a></span><br />These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, / Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/37-21.htm">Genesis 37:21-22</a></span><br />When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands. “Let us not take his life,” he said. / “Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/42-22.htm">Genesis 42:22</a></span><br />And Reuben responded, “Didn’t I tell you not to sin against the boy? But you would not listen. Now we must account for his blood!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/44-18.htm">Genesis 44:18</a></span><br />Then Judah approached Joseph and said, “Sir, please let your servant speak personally to my lord. Do not be angry with your servant, for you are equal to Pharaoh himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-2.htm">Matthew 1:2</a></span><br />Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-33.htm">Luke 3:33-34</a></span><br />the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah, / the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-14.htm">Hebrews 7:14</a></span><br />For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/7-5.htm">Revelation 7:5</a></span><br />From the tribe of Judah 12,000 were sealed, from the tribe of Reuben 12,000, from the tribe of Gad 12,000,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch, and Phallu, and Hezron, and Carmi.</p><p class="hdg">no references listed for this verse.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/5-3.htm">Carmi</a> <a href="/genesis/25-4.htm">Enoch</a> <a href="/genesis/25-4.htm">Hanoch</a> <a href="/luke/3-34.htm">Hezron</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-3.htm">Pallu</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/5-3.htm">Phallu</a> <a href="/genesis/46-8.htm">Reuben</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/6-14.htm">Carmi</a> <a href="/exodus/6-14.htm">Enoch</a> <a href="/exodus/6-14.htm">Hanoch</a> <a href="/genesis/46-12.htm">Hezron</a> <a href="/exodus/6-14.htm">Pallu</a> <a href="/exodus/6-14.htm">Phallu</a> <a href="/genesis/48-5.htm">Reuben</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 46</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/46-1.htm">Jacob is comforted by God at Beersheba.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/46-5.htm">Thence he with his company goes into Egypt.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/46-8.htm">The number of his family that went into Egypt.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">28. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/46-28.htm">Joseph meets Jacob.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/46-31.htm">He instructs his brothers how to answer Pharaoh.</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/genesis/46.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/genesis/46.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The sons of Reuben:</b><br>Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, making him the eldest of the twelve tribes of Israel. His birthright was significant, but he lost it due to his indiscretion with Bilhah, his father's concubine (<a href="/genesis/35-22.htm">Genesis 35:22</a>). This act had long-lasting implications for his descendants, as the birthright was transferred to Joseph (<a href="/1_chronicles/5.htm">1 Chronicles 5:1-2</a>). Reuben's tribe settled on the east side of the Jordan River, in the region of Gilead, which was known for its pastoral lands.<p><b>Hanoch,</b><br>Hanoch is the first son of Reuben listed here. The name Hanoch means "dedicated" or "initiated." This name is also found in other parts of the Bible, such as in the genealogy of Cain (<a href="/genesis/4-17.htm">Genesis 4:17</a>). The repetition of names across different genealogies highlights the common practice of naming children after ancestors or notable figures, reflecting cultural continuity and familial honor.<p><b>Pallu,</b><br>Pallu is the second son of Reuben. His name means "distinguished" or "separated." The descendants of Pallu, known as the Palluites, are mentioned in <a href="/numbers/26-5.htm">Numbers 26:5</a>. This indicates the establishment of family clans within the tribe of Reuben, which was a common practice for organizing and maintaining tribal identity and inheritance.<p><b>Hezron,</b><br>Hezron is the third son of Reuben. His name means "enclosed" or "surrounded by a wall." Hezron is also a significant name in the lineage of Judah, as another Hezron is an ancestor of King David (<a href="/ruth/4-18.htm">Ruth 4:18-22</a>). This highlights the interconnectedness of the tribes of Israel and the importance of genealogies in tracing the fulfillment of God's promises, particularly the Messianic line.<p><b>and Carmi.</b><br>Carmi is the fourth son of Reuben. His name means "vineyard" or "garden." The mention of Carmi and his descendants, the Carmites, in <a href="/numbers/26-6.htm">Numbers 26:6</a>, further emphasizes the structure of tribal and familial divisions within Israel. The agricultural connotation of his name reflects the agrarian society of ancient Israel, where names often had meanings related to nature and livelihood.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/r/reuben.htm">Reuben</a></b><br>The firstborn son of Jacob and Leah. Reuben's actions and decisions throughout Genesis have significant implications for his family and descendants.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hanoch.htm">Hanoch</a></b><br>The first son of Reuben. His name means "dedicated" or "initiated" in Hebrew, indicating a possible role or expectation within the family lineage.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/pallu.htm">Pallu</a></b><br>The second son of Reuben. His name means "distinguished" or "separated," which may reflect his family's status or aspirations.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/hezron.htm">Hezron</a></b><br>The third son of Reuben. His name means "enclosed" or "surrounded by a wall," possibly symbolizing protection or strength.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/c/carmi.htm">Carmi</a></b><br>The fourth son of Reuben. His name means "vineyard" or "garden," suggesting fruitfulness or growth.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_legacy.htm">The Importance of Legacy</a></b><br>Reuben's sons represent the continuation of his lineage. Our actions and decisions can have lasting impacts on future generations.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/n/names_and_identity.htm">Names and Identity</a></b><br>The meanings of the names of Reuben's sons reflect characteristics or hopes. Consider how names and identities shape our understanding of ourselves and our roles.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consequences_of_actions.htm">Consequences of Actions</a></b><br>Reuben's account reminds us that our choices can affect not only our lives but also the lives of those who come after us. It's crucial to live with integrity and foresight.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness.htm">God's Faithfulness</a></b><br>Despite human failings, God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob continue through their descendants. Trust in God's faithfulness even when circumstances seem challenging.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/family_dynamics.htm">Family Dynamics</a></b><br>The relationships and roles within Jacob's family illustrate the complexities of family life. Seek wisdom and grace in navigating family relationships.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_46.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 46</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/how_to_reconcile_1_chr_4_1-8_with_ot_lineages.htm">How do we reconcile the genealogies in 1 Chronicles 4:1-8 with other Old Testament passages that record different names and lineages?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_exodus_6_14-27's_genealogy_differ.htm">Exodus 6:14-27: Why does this genealogy conflict with or omit details found in other biblical genealogies?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_hypostatic_union.htm">What is the Hypostatic Union?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/genesis/46.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9) <span class= "bld">Reuben</span> has four sons: Hanoch, Phallu, Hezron, Carmi. In these the genealogies all agree.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/genesis/46.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 9.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And the sons of Reuben; Hanoch</span>, - "Initiated or Dedicated;" the name also of Cain's firstborn (<a href="/genesis/4-17.htm">Genesis 4:17</a>), and of the son of Jared (<a href="/genesis/5-19.htm">Genesis 5:19</a>) - <span class="cmt_word">and Phallu</span>, - "Distingushed" (Gesenius) - <span class="cmt_word">and Hezron</span>, - "Enclosed" (Gesenius), "Of the Court or Village" (Murphy), "Blooming One" (Furst) - <span class="cmt_word">and Carmi</span>, - "Vine-dresser" (Gesenius, Murphy), "Noble One" (Furst). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/46-9.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">The sons</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבְנֵ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | 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 Reuben:</span><br /><span class="heb">רְאוּבֵ֑ן</span> <span class="translit">(rə·’ū·ḇên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7205.htm">Strong's 7205: </a> </span><span class="str2">Reuben -- 'behold a son!' oldest son of Jacob, also his desc</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Hanoch,</span><br /><span class="heb">חֲנ֥וֹךְ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥă·nō·wḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2585.htm">Strong's 2585: </a> </span><span class="str2">Enoch -- four Israelites, sons of Cain, Jered, Midian and Reuben</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Pallu,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּפַלּ֖וּא</span> <span class="translit">(ū·p̄al·lū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6396.htm">Strong's 6396: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pallu -- a son of Reuben</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Hezron,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְחֶצְר֥וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥeṣ·rō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2696.htm">Strong's 2696: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hezron -- two Israelites, also two places in Judah</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Carmi.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְכַרְמִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḵar·mî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3756.htm">Strong's 3756: </a> </span><span class="str2">Carmi -- two Israelites</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/46-9.htm">Genesis 46:9 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/46-9.htm">OT Law: Genesis 46:9 The sons of Reuben: Hanoch Pallu Hezron (Gen. 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