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Joanan was the son of Rhesa. Rhesa was the son of Zerubbabel. Zerubbabel was the son of Shealtiel. Shealtiel was the son of Neri. <a href="/esv/luke/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/bsb/luke/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/blb/luke/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> of Joannen, of Rhesa, of Zerubbabel, of Shealtiel, of Neri, <a href="/kjv/luke/3.htm">King James Bible</a> Which was the son of Joanna, which was the son of Rhesa, which was the son of Zorobabel, which was the son of Salathiel, which was the son of Neri, <a href="/nkjv/luke/3.htm">New King James Version</a> the son of Joannas, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/nasb_/luke/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/nasb/luke/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/nasb77/luke/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/lsb/luke/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/amp/luke/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/csb/luke/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> son of Joanan, son of Rhesa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri, <a href="/hcsb/luke/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> son of Joanan, son of Rhesa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri, <a href="/asv/luke/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/cev/luke/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Joanan, Rhesa, Zerubbabel, Shealtiel, Neri, <a href="/erv/luke/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/gwt/luke/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> son of Joanan, son of Rhesa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri, <a href="/gnt/luke/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/isv/luke/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/msb/luke/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/net/luke/3.htm">NET Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/nheb/luke/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> of Joanan, of Rhesa, of Zerubbabel, of Shealtiel, of Neri, <a href="/wbt/luke/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Who was the son of Joanna, who was the son of Rhesa, who was the son of Zorobabel, who was the son of Salathiel, who was the son of Neri, <a href="/wey/luke/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> son of Johanan, son of Resa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri, <a href="/web/luke/3.htm">World English Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> the [son] of Joanna, the [son] of Rhesa, the [son] of Zerubbabel, the [son] of Shealtiel, <a href="/blb/luke/3.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> of Joannen, of Rhesa, of Zerubbabel, of Shealtiel, of Neri, <a href="/ylt/luke/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> the son of Joanna, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, <a href="/slt/luke/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Of Joanna, of Rhesa, of Zorobabel, of Salathiel, of Neri,<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Who was of Joanna, who was of Reza, who was of Zorobabel, who was of Salathiel, who was of Neri, <a href="/cpdv/luke/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> who was of Joanan, who was of Rhesa, who was of Zerubbabel, who was of Shealtiel, who was of Neri, <a href="/nabre/luke/3.htm">New American Bible</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/nrsvce/luke/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> son of Joanan, son of Rhesa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> The son of John, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/3.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> Son of Yohannan, son of Resa, son of Zorobabel, son of Salathiel, son of Nari,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/3.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> son of Joannah, son of Rhesa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri, <a href="/godbey/luke/3.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> Joanna, Resa, Zorababbel, Salithiel, Neri, <a href="/haweis/luke/3.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> of Joanna, of Rhesa, of Zerubbabel, of Salathiel, of Neri, <a href="/mace/luke/3.htm">Mace New Testament</a> son of Rhesa, son of Zorobabel, son of Salathiel, <a href="/wey/luke/3.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> son of Johanan, son of Resa, son of Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel, son of Neri, <a href="/worrell/luke/3.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> the son of Joanan, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zerubbabel, the son of Shealtiel, the son of Neri, <a href="/worsley/luke/3.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> the son of Joanna, the son of Rhesa, the son of Zorobabel, the son of Salathiel, the son of Neri, the son of Melchi, <a href="/parallel/luke/3-27.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=1251" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/luke/3.htm">The Genealogy of Jesus</a> …26the son of Maath, the son of Mattathias, the son of Semein, the son of Josech, the son of Joda, 27<a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the son</a> <a href="/greek/2490.htm" title="2490: Iōanan (N-GMS) -- Joanan, a proper name. A form of Ioannes; Joannas, an Israelite.">of Joannen,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the son</a> <a href="/greek/4488.htm" title="4488: Rhēsa (N-GMS) -- Rhesa, an ancestor of Jesus. Probably of Hebrew origin; Resa, an Israelite.">of Rhesa,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the son</a> <a href="/greek/2216.htm" title="2216: Zorobabel (N-GMS) -- Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel (Salathiel) and father of Abiud and Rhesa. Of Hebrew origin; Zorobabel, an Israelite.">of Zerubbabel,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the son</a> <a href="/greek/4528.htm" title="4528: Salathiēl (N-GMS) -- Salathiel, son of Jechoniah. Of Hebrew origin; Salathiel, an Israelite.">of Shealtiel,</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the son</a> <a href="/greek/3518.htm" title="3518: Nēri (N-GMS) -- Neri, an ancestor of Jesus. Of Hebrew origin; Neri, an Israelite.">of Neri,</a> 28the son of Melchi, the son of Addi, the son of Cosam, the son of Elmadam, the son of Er,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/1-12.htm">Matthew 1:12-13</a> After the exile to Babylon: Jeconiah was the father of Shealtiel, Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel, / Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor. <a href="/1_chronicles/3-17.htm">1 Chronicles 3:17-19</a> The descendants of Jeconiah the captive: Shealtiel his son, / Malchiram, Pedaiah, Shenazzar, Jekamiah, Hoshama, and Nedabiah. / The sons of Pedaiah: Zerubbabel and Shimei. The children of Zerubbabel: Meshullam and Hananiah, their sister Shelomith, <a href="/ezra/3-2.htm">Ezra 3:2</a> Then Jeshua son of Jozadak and his fellow priests, along with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and his associates, began to build the altar of the God of Israel to sacrifice burnt offerings on it, as it is written in the Law of Moses the man of God. <a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">Nehemiah 12:1</a> Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, <a href="/haggai/1-1.htm">Haggai 1:1</a> In the second year of the reign of Darius, on the first day of the sixth month, the word of the LORD came through Haggai the prophet to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, stating <a href="/zechariah/3-1.htm">Zechariah 3:1</a> Then the angel showed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, with Satan standing at his right hand to accuse him. <a href="/jeremiah/22-24.htm">Jeremiah 22:24</a> “As surely as I live,” declares the LORD, “even if you, Coniah son of Jehoiakim king of Judah, were a signet ring on My right hand, I would pull you off. <a href="/2_kings/24-15.htm">2 Kings 24:15</a> Nebuchadnezzar carried away Jehoiachin to Babylon, as well as the king’s mother, his wives, his officials, and the leading men of the land. He took them into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon. <a href="/2_kings/25-27.htm">2 Kings 25:27</a> On the twenty-seventh day of the twelfth month of the thirty-seventh year of the exile of Judah’s King Jehoiachin, in the year Evil-merodach became king of Babylon, he released King Jehoiachin of Judah from prison. <a href="/1_chronicles/3-16.htm">1 Chronicles 3:16</a> The successors of Jehoiakim: Jeconiah his son, and Zedekiah. <a href="/matthew/1-11.htm">Matthew 1:11</a> and Josiah the father of Jeconiah and his brothers at the time of the exile to Babylon. <a href="/2_chronicles/36-10.htm">2 Chronicles 36:10</a> In the spring, King Nebuchadnezzar summoned Jehoiachin and brought him to Babylon, along with the articles of value from the house of the LORD. And he made Jehoiachin’s relative Zedekiah king over Judah and Jerusalem. <a href="/jeremiah/52-31.htm">Jeremiah 52:31</a> On the twenty-fifth day of the twelfth month of the thirty-seventh year of the exile of Jehoiachin king of Judah, in the first year of the reign of Evil-merodach king of Babylon, he pardoned Jehoiachin king of Judah and released him from prison. <a href="/daniel/1-1.htm">Daniel 1:1-2</a> In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon came to Jerusalem and besieged it. / And the Lord delivered into his hand Jehoiakim king of Judah, along with some of the articles from the house of God. He carried these off to the land of Shinar, to the house of his god, where he put them in the treasury of his god. <a href="/2_kings/24-8.htm">2 Kings 24:8-12</a> Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. His mother’s name was Nehushta daughter of Elnathan; she was from Jerusalem. / And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, just as his father had done. / At that time the servants of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon marched up to Jerusalem, and the city came under siege. ...</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Which was the son of Joanna, which was the son of Rhesa, which was the son of Zorobabel, which was the son of Salathiel, which was the son of Neri,<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/24-10.htm">Joanna</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Joda</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Josech</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/31-13.htm">Mahath</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Mattathias</a> <a href="/luke/3-28.htm">Neri</a> <a href="/luke/3-28.htm">Resa</a> <a href="/matthew/1-12.htm">Salathiel</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Semein</a> <a href="/matthew/1-12.htm">Shealtiel</a> <a href="/matthew/1-12.htm">She-Al'ti-El</a> <a href="/matthew/1-13.htm">Zerubbabel</a> <a href="/matthew/1-13.htm">Zerub'babel</a> <a href="/matthew/1-13.htm">Zorobabel</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/8-3.htm">Joanna</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Joda</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Josech</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-35.htm">Mahath</a> <a href="/luke/3-25.htm">Mattathias</a> <a href="/luke/3-28.htm">Neri</a> <a href="/luke/3-28.htm">Resa</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-17.htm">Salathiel</a> <a href="/luke/3-26.htm">Semein</a> <a href="/luke/3-28.htm">Shealtiel</a> <a href="/ezra/5-2.htm">She-Al'ti-El</a> <a href="/luke/3-28.htm">Zerubbabel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-19.htm">Zerub'babel</a> <a href="/matthew/1-12.htm">Zorobabel</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 3</div>1. <a href="/luke/3-1.htm">The preaching and baptism of John;</a> 15. <a href="/luke/3-15.htm">his testimony of Jesus;</a> 19. <a href="/luke/3-19.htm">Herod imprisons John;</a> 21. <a href="/luke/3-21.htm">Jesus, baptized, receives testimony from heaven.</a> 23. <a href="/luke/3-23.htm">The age and genealogy of Jesus from Joseph upwards.</a> </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>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <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> </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/luke/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>the son of Joanan Joanan is a name that appears in the genealogy of Jesus, but little is known about him outside of this context. The name Joanan is a variant of the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." This reflects the common practice of naming children with theophoric elements, indicating a cultural emphasis on divine attributes and blessings.the son of Rhesa Rhesa is another figure about whom little is known outside of the genealogical records. His inclusion in the genealogy highlights the continuity of the Davidic line, which is significant for establishing Jesus' rightful place in Jewish history and prophecy. The name Rhesa may mean "head" or "prince," suggesting a position of leadership or prominence, which aligns with the messianic expectations of a leader from David's line.the son of Zerubbabel Zerubbabel is a well-documented figure in the post-exilic period of Jewish history. He was a governor of Judah and played a crucial role in the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as recorded in the books of Ezra and Haggai. Zerubbabel's leadership in restoring the Temple is seen as a type of Christ, who would later restore the spiritual temple through His ministry. His name means "seed of Babylon," reflecting his birth during the Babylonian captivity.the son of Shealtiel Shealtiel is identified as the father of Zerubbabel and is mentioned in the genealogies of both Matthew and Luke. His name means "I have asked of God," which may indicate a prayerful hope for the continuation of the Davidic line during the exile. Shealtiel's position in the genealogy underscores the preservation of the royal lineage despite the challenges faced during the Babylonian captivity.the son of Neri Neri is a less prominent figure, and his name appears only in the genealogy of Jesus in Luke. The inclusion of Neri in the genealogy may reflect a Levirate marriage or adoption, which was a common practice to ensure the continuation of a family line. This highlights the complex nature of genealogical records and the divine orchestration in preserving the lineage that would lead to the birth of Jesus, fulfilling the prophecies concerning the Messiah's descent from David.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/joanan.htm">Joanan</a> A figure in the genealogy of Jesus, mentioned in Luke's account. Little is known about him outside of this genealogical listing. 2. <a href="/topical/r/rhesa.htm">Rhesa</a> Another ancestor of Jesus, whose name appears in the genealogy. His specific historical role is not detailed in the Bible. 3. <a href="/topical/z/zerubbabel.htm">Zerubbabel</a> A significant post-exilic leader who played a crucial role in the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. He is a descendant of King David and a symbol of hope for the restoration of Israel. 4. <a href="/topical/s/shealtiel.htm">Shealtiel</a> The father of Zerubbabel, mentioned in the genealogies of both Matthew and Luke. His name means "I have asked of God" in Hebrew. 5. <a href="/topical/n/neri.htm">Neri</a> An ancestor of Jesus, listed in Luke's genealogy. His name is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, but he is part of the lineage that connects Jesus to the Davidic line.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_genealogy.htm">The Importance of Genealogy</a> Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect Jesus to the promises made to David and Abraham, affirming His rightful place as the Messiah. <a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_across_generations.htm">God's Faithfulness Across Generations</a> The inclusion of figures like Zerubbabel highlights God's faithfulness in preserving the Davidic line despite historical challenges, reminding us of His unwavering promises. <a href="/topical/h/hope_and_restoration.htm">Hope and Restoration</a> Zerubbabel's role in rebuilding the Temple symbolizes hope and restoration, encouraging believers to trust in God's plan for renewal in their own lives. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_ordinary_people.htm">The Role of Ordinary People</a> Many names in Jesus' genealogy are not well-known, yet they played a part in God's redemptive plan. This teaches us that God uses ordinary people for extraordinary purposes. <a href="/topical/c/continuity_of_god's_plan.htm">Continuity of God's Plan</a> The genealogy underscores the continuity of God's salvation plan from the Old Testament to the New Testament, culminating in Jesus Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 3</a> <a href="/q/who_was_zerubbabel_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Zerubbabel in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_bible's_view_on_perfection.htm">Who was Zerubbabel in the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_2_sam_7_12-13_align_with_history.htm">How can 2 Samuel 7:12-13 be reconciled with historical evidence that David’s dynasty ended during the Babylonian exile? </a> <a href="/q/shealtiel's_father__jechoniah_or_neri.htm">Who was the father of Shealtiel? Jechoniah (Matthew 1:12) Neri (Luke 3:27)</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/luke/3-27.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>the [son] τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Joannen, Ἰωανὰν (Iōanan) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2490.htm">Strong's 2490: </a> Joanan, a proper name. A form of Ioannes; Joannas, an Israelite. the [son] τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Rhesa, Ῥησὰ (Rhēsa) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4488.htm">Strong's 4488: </a> Rhesa, an ancestor of Jesus. Probably of Hebrew origin; Resa, an Israelite. the [son] τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Zerubbabel, Ζοροβάβελ (Zorobabel) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2216.htm">Strong's 2216: </a> Zerubbabel, son of Shealtiel (Salathiel) and father of Abiud and Rhesa. Of Hebrew origin; Zorobabel, an Israelite. the [son] τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Shealtiel, Σαλαθιὴλ (Salathiēl) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4528.htm">Strong's 4528: </a> Salathiel, son of Jechoniah. Of Hebrew origin; Salathiel, an Israelite. the [son] τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. of Neri, Νηρὶ (Nēri) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3518.htm">Strong's 3518: </a> Neri, an ancestor of Jesus. 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