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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/6.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/6.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son and Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Shimea, Haggiah, and Asaiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/6.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, <i>and</i> Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, <i>and</i> Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />his son Shimea, his son Haggiah, and his son Asaiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />his son Shimea, his son Haggiah, and his son Asaiah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Uzzah's son was Shimea. Shimea's son was Haggiah. Haggiah's son was Asaiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Shimea, Haggiah, Asaiah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />his son Shimea, his son Haggiah, and his son Asaiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />his son Shimea, his son Haggiah, and his son Asaiah. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggish his son, Asaiah his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Sammaa his son, Haggia his son, Asaia his son. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />whose son was Shimea, whose son was Haggiah, whose son was Asaiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Ashaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Shemi his son, Aza his son, Shemaiah his son, Eshaia his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Samaa his son, Angia his son, Asaias his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/6-30.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=1788" 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/6.htm">The Descendants of Levi</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>The descendants of Merari: Mahli, Libni his son, Shimei his son, Uzzah his son, <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8092.htm" title="8092: šim·‘ā (N-proper-ms) -- Four Isr. For Shim'ah; Shima, the name of four Israelites.">Shimea</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">his son,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2293.htm" title="2293: ḥag·gî·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Feast of Yah, a Levite. From chag and Yahh; festival of Jah; Chaggijah, an Israelite.">Haggiah</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">his son,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6222.htm" title="6222: ‘ă·śā·yāh (N-proper-ms) -- Four Isr. From asah and Yahh; Jah has made; Asajah, the name of three or four Israelites.">and Asaiah</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">his son.</a> </span><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/6-16.htm">Exodus 6:16-20</a></span><br />These were the names of the sons of Levi according to their records: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. Levi lived 137 years. / The sons of Gershon were Libni and Shimei, by their clans. / The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17-20</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / These were the names of the sons of Gershon by their clans: Libni and Shimei. / The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/26-57.htm">Numbers 26:57-59</a></span><br />Now these were the Levites numbered by their clans: The Gershonite clan from Gershon, the Kohathite clan from Kohath, and the Merarite clan from Merari. / These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram, / and Amram’s wife was named Jochebed. She was also a daughter of Levi, born to Levi in Egypt. To Amram she bore Aaron, Moses, and their sister Miriam.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-12.htm">1 Chronicles 23:12-13</a></span><br />The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. / The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-1.htm">1 Chronicles 24:1-3</a></span><br />These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-1.htm">1 Chronicles 6:1-3</a></span><br />The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-48.htm">1 Chronicles 6:48-49</a></span><br />Their fellow Levites were assigned to every kind of service of the tabernacle, the house of God. / But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-14.htm">1 Chronicles 9:14-16</a></span><br />From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-25.htm">2 Chronicles 29:25-26</a></span><br />Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-22.htm">Nehemiah 12:22-26</a></span><br />In the days of Eliashib, Joiada, Johanan, and Jaddua, during the reign of Darius the Persian, the heads of the families of the Levites and priests were recorded. / As for the descendants of Levi, the family heads up to the days of Johanan son of Eliashib were recorded in the Book of the Chronicles. / The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">Nehemiah 12:1-7</a></span><br />Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, / Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, / Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/99-6.htm">Psalm 99:6</a></span><br />Moses and Aaron were among His priests; Samuel was among those who called on His name. They called to the LORD and He answered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11-14</a></span><br />Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-5.htm">Hebrews 7:5</a></span><br />Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.</p><p class="hdg">Haggiah.</p><p class="hdg">Asaiah.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/34-20.htm">2 Chronicles 34:20</a></b></br> And the king commanded Hilkiah, and Ahikam the son of Shaphan, and Abdon the son of Micah, and Shaphan the scribe, and Asaiah a servant of the king's, saying,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/4-36.htm">Asaiah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-36.htm">Asai'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-5.htm">Shimea</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/3-5.htm">Shim'e-A</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/9-5.htm">Asaiah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/9-5.htm">Asai'ah</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-39.htm">Shimea</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-39.htm">Shim'e-A</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-1.htm">The sons of Levi.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-4.htm">The line of Eleazar unto the captivity.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-16.htm">The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">49. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-49.htm">The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">54. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-54.htm">The cities of the priests and Levites.</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/6.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/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Shimea his son</b><br>Shimea is a name that appears several times in the Old Testament, often associated with the tribe of Levi. The Levites were set apart for religious duties and temple service, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a lineage dedicated to worship and service to God. The mention of Shimea in this genealogical record highlights the continuity of the Levitical line, which was crucial for the spiritual leadership of Israel. This lineage underscores the faithfulness of God in preserving His chosen servants throughout generations. The name Shimea itself means "heard," which can symbolize the idea that God hears and responds to the needs of His people, a theme prevalent throughout the scriptures.<p><b>Haggiah his son</b><br>Haggiah is a less commonly mentioned name in the Bible, and its inclusion in this genealogy serves to fill out the Levitical lineage. The name Haggiah means "festival of the Lord," which may reflect the role of the Levites in leading and organizing religious festivals and worship in Israel. This connection to festivals underscores the Levites' role in maintaining the spiritual rhythm of the nation, ensuring that the people of Israel remained focused on their covenant relationship with God. The continuity of this line through Haggiah emphasizes the importance of each generation in upholding the traditions and responsibilities of their forebears.<p><b>Asaiah his son</b><br>Asaiah, meaning "the Lord has made," is another link in the Levitical chain, representing the ongoing fulfillment of God's promises to His people. The Levites, including Asaiah, were integral to the religious life of Israel, serving as priests, musicians, and temple workers. This role was not only about performing rituals but also about teaching the law and guiding the people in their spiritual lives. Asaiah's place in this genealogy highlights the enduring nature of God's covenant with the Levites, ensuring that His presence and guidance remained with Israel. The mention of Asaiah also connects to the broader biblical narrative of God's creative and sustaining power, as reflected in his name.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/shimea.htm">Shimea</a></b><br>A descendant in the Levitical line, specifically from the family of Kohath. The Kohathites were one of the main divisions of the Levites, responsible for the care of the sanctuary.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/haggiah.htm">Haggiah</a></b><br>Another descendant in the Levitical genealogy, continuing the line of service to the temple and its rituals.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/asaiah.htm">Asaiah</a></b><br>The son of Haggiah, further extending the lineage of those dedicated to the service of God in the temple.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_levitical_lineage.htm">The Levitical Lineage</a></b><br>This passage is part of a genealogical record that highlights the importance of the Levitical priesthood in Israel's worship and religious life.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple_service.htm">The Temple Service</a></b><br>The context of these genealogies underscores the centrality of the temple and its service in the life of Israel, with the Levites playing a crucial role.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage_and_legacy.htm">The Importance of Heritage and Legacy</a></b><br>The genealogies remind us of the importance of spiritual heritage and the legacy we leave for future generations. Our faithfulness today impacts the spiritual journey of those who come after us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_service.htm">Faithfulness in Service</a></b><br>The Levites' dedication to their roles in the temple service is a model of faithfulness. We are called to serve God diligently in whatever capacity He has placed us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereign_plan.htm">God's Sovereign Plan</a></b><br>The detailed genealogies reflect God's sovereign plan and order. Each person has a place and purpose in God's design, encouraging us to trust in His plan for our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/continuity_of_worship.htm">Continuity of Worship</a></b><br>The passage highlights the continuity of worship and service to God across generations. It challenges us to maintain and pass on a vibrant faith and commitment to worship.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_16_and_2_sam_6_differ.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 16 differ from 2 Samuel 6 in describing the Ark's journey and the people's offerings?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_1_chronicles_6_1-15_historically_reliable.htm">How can the genealogy in 1 Chronicles 6:1-15 be historically reliable if external archaeological sources do not confirm these priestly generations?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_6_16-30_and_ex_6_16-19_differ.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 6:16-30 list names that differ from other biblical genealogies (compare Exodus 6:16-19), and how can these discrepancies be reconciled?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_1_chr_6_50-53_alter_names.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 6:50-53 omit or alter certain names compared to other lists (compare Ezra 7:1-5), and what does this suggest about its trustworthiness?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/6-30.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">Shimea</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁמְעָ֥א</span> <span class="translit">(šim·‘ā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8092.htm">Strong's 8092: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shimea -- four Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his son,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנ֛וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<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">Haggiah</span><br /><span class="heb">חַגִּיָּ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(ḥag·gî·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2293.htm">Strong's 2293: </a> </span><span class="str2">Haggiah -- 'feast of Yah', a Levite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his son,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנ֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<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">[and] Asaiah</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲשָׂיָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·śā·yāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6222.htm">Strong's 6222: </a> </span><span class="str2">Asaiah -- four Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his son.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">1 Chronicles 6:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/6-30.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 6:30 Shimea his son Haggiah his son Asaiah (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-29.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 6:29"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 6:29" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-31.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 6:31"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 6:31" /></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>