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class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/7.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/7.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/7.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/7.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/7.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/7.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/7.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Jithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/7.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/7.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/7.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/7.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/7.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/7.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/7.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/7.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_chronicles/7.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/7.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/7.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilsha, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/7.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/7.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/7.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/7.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/7.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/7.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/7.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/7.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/7.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/7.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/7.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Bosor and Hod, and Samma, and Salusa, and Jethran, and Bera. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/7.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/7.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/7.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Bezer, Hod, Shamma, Shilshah, Ithran, and Beera.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/7.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Bezer and Hod and Shamma and Shilshah and Ithran and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/7.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The Peshitta lacks this verse.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/7.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilsha, and Ithran, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/7.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and Basan, and Oa, and Sama, and Salisa, and Jethra, and Beera.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/7-37.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=2485" 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/7.htm">The Sons of Asher</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">36</span>The sons of Zophah: Suah, Harnepher, Shual, Beri, Imrah, <span class="reftext">37</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1221.htm" title="1221: be·ṣer (N-proper-ms) -- The same as betser, an inaccessible spot; Betser, a place in Palestine; also an Israelite.">Bezer,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1936.htm" title="1936: wā·hō·wḏ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Splendor, vigor, an Asherite. The same as howd; Hod, an Israelite.">Hod,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8037.htm" title="8037: wə·šam·mā (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An Asherite. From shamem; desolation; Shamma, an Israelite.">Shamma,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8030.htm" title="8030: wə·šil·šāh (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An Asherite. Feminine from the same as Shelesh; triplication; Shilshah, an Israelite.">Shilshah,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3506.htm" title="3506: wə·yiṯ·rān (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- An Edomite, also an Asherite. From yathar; excellent; Jithran, the name of an Edomite and of an Israelite.">Ithran,</a> <a href="/hebrew/878.htm" title="878: ū·ḇə·’ê·rā (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- Well, an Asherite. From 'er; a well; Beera, an Israelite.">and Beera.</a> </span><span class="reftext">38</span>The sons of Jether: Jephunneh, Pispa, and Ara.…<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/46-17.htm">Genesis 46:17</a></span><br />The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. The sons of Beriah: Heber and Malchiel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/26-44.htm">Numbers 26:44-47</a></span><br />These were the descendants of Asher by their clans: The Imnite clan from Imnah, the Ishvite clan from Ishvi, and the Beriite clan from Beriah. / And these were the descendants of Beriah: the Heberite clan from Heber and the Malchielite clan from Malchiel. / And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/19-24.htm">Joshua 19:24-31</a></span><br />The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: / Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, / Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/5-17.htm">Judges 5:17</a></span><br />Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-62.htm">1 Chronicles 6:62</a></span><br />The Gershomites, according to their clans, were allotted thirteen cities from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/12-32.htm">1 Chronicles 12:32-40</a></span><br />From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command. / From Zebulun: 50,000 fit for service, trained for battle with all kinds of weapons of war, who with one purpose were devoted to David. / From Naphtali: 1,000 commanders, accompanied by 37,000 men with shield and spear. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/27-16.htm">1 Chronicles 27:16-22</a></span><br />These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; / over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; / over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/30-10.htm">2 Chronicles 30:10-11</a></span><br />And the couriers traveled from city to city through the land of Ephraim and Manasseh as far as Zebulun, but the people scorned and mocked them. / Nevertheless, some from Asher, Manasseh, and Zebulun humbled themselves and came to Jerusalem.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/9-1.htm">Isaiah 9:1</a></span><br />Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/48-1.htm">Ezekiel 48:1-7</a></span><br />“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/4-13.htm">Matthew 4:13-15</a></span><br />Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/2-36.htm">Luke 2:36</a></span><br />There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/1-45.htm">John 1:45-46</a></span><br />Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the One Moses wrote about in the Law, the One the prophets foretold—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” / “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-21.htm">Acts 13:21</a></span><br />Then the people asked for a king, and God gave them Saul son of Kish, from the tribe of Benjamin, who ruled forty years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/26-7.htm">Acts 26:7</a></span><br />the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. It is because of this hope, O king, that I am accused by the Jews.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Bezer, and Hod, and Shamma, and Shilshah, and Ithran, and Beera.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/7-38.htm">1 Chronicles 7:38</a></b></br> And the sons of Jether; Jephunneh, and Pispah, and Ara.</p><p class="hdg">Jether </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/6-78.htm">Bezer</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Ithran</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Jithran</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/deuteronomy/4-43.htm">Bezer</a> <a href="/genesis/36-26.htm">Ithran</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/1-41.htm">Jithran</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 7</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-1.htm">The sons of Issachar;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-6.htm">of Benjamin;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-13.htm">of Naphtali;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-14.htm">of Manasseh;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-15.htm">and of Ephraim.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-21.htm">The calamity of Ephraim by the men of Gath.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-23.htm">His posterity by Beriah.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">28. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-28.htm">Their habitations.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-30.htm">The sons of Asher.</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/7.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/7.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Bezer</b><br>Bezer is mentioned as one of the cities of refuge in the Transjordan region, specifically allocated to the tribe of Reuben (<a href="/deuteronomy/4-43.htm">Deuteronomy 4:43</a>; <a href="/joshua/20-8.htm">Joshua 20:8</a>). These cities were designated as places where individuals who had accidentally committed manslaughter could seek asylum. The concept of a city of refuge is a type of Christ, who provides refuge and salvation for those who seek Him. Bezer's location in the wilderness plateau suggests a place of safety and separation, symbolizing spiritual refuge.<p><b>Hod</b><br>Hod is a less prominent figure in the biblical narrative, with limited information available. The name may be associated with splendor or majesty, reflecting the glory of God. In the context of genealogies, names like Hod serve to connect the tribes and families of Israel, emphasizing the continuity of God's covenant people. The inclusion of such names underscores the importance of every individual in God's plan.<p><b>Shamma</b><br>Shamma, meaning "astonishment" or "desolation," is a name that appears in various contexts in the Bible. It is important to distinguish this Shamma from others, such as Shammah, one of David's mighty men (<a href="/2_samuel/23-11.htm">2 Samuel 23:11</a>). The repetition of similar names in genealogies highlights the commonality of certain names and the shared heritage among the tribes of Israel. It also reflects the cultural practice of naming children after ancestors or notable figures.<p><b>Shilshah</b><br>Shilshah is another name with limited biblical reference, and its meaning is uncertain. It may be related to the Hebrew word for "third" or "triplet," suggesting a possible connection to birth order or family structure. The mention of Shilshah in the genealogy emphasizes the detailed record-keeping of the Israelites and their commitment to preserving family lineage. This practice underscores the importance of heritage and identity in the biblical narrative.<p><b>Ithran</b><br>Ithran, meaning "abundance" or "advantage," is a name that appears in other genealogical lists, such as in the descendants of Seir the Horite (<a href="/genesis/36-26.htm">Genesis 36:26</a>). The recurrence of the name in different contexts may indicate a shared cultural or familial significance. The inclusion of Ithran in the genealogy of <a href="/1_chronicles/7.htm">1 Chronicles 7</a> highlights the interconnectedness of various tribes and families within Israel, reflecting the unity and diversity of God's people.<p><b>Beera</b><br>Beera, meaning "well" or "fountain," is noted as a leader or prince of the Reubenites who was taken into exile by the Assyrian king Tiglath-Pileser (<a href="/1_chronicles/5-6.htm">1 Chronicles 5:6</a>). This historical context underscores the consequences of Israel's disobedience and the resulting exile. The name Beera, associated with a source of water, symbolizes life and sustenance, pointing to God's provision even in times of judgment. The exile narrative serves as a reminder of the need for repentance and reliance on God's mercy.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezer.htm">Bezer</a></b><br>A descendant of Asher, Bezer is mentioned here as part of the genealogical record. The name Bezer means "fortress" or "stronghold" in Hebrew, which may symbolize strength and protection.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/hod.htm">Hod</a></b><br>Another descendant of Asher, Hod's name means "splendor" or "majesty" in Hebrew, suggesting a person of notable presence or character.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/shamma.htm">Shamma</a></b><br>This name appears in various contexts in the Bible, often associated with individuals of valor or significance. In Hebrew, Shamma can mean "astonishment" or "desolation."<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/s/shilshah.htm">Shilshah</a></b><br>Little is known about Shilshah beyond this genealogical mention. The name may derive from a root meaning "third" or "triplet," indicating a possible birth order or family significance.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/i/ithran.htm">Ithran</a></b><br>Also a descendant of Asher, Ithran's name means "abundance" or "advantage" in Hebrew, suggesting prosperity or blessing.<br><br>6. <b><a href="/topical/b/beera.htm">Beera</a></b><br>The name Beera means "well" or "fountain" in Hebrew, often symbolizing life-giving resources or sustenance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage.htm">The Importance of Heritage</a></b><br>Understanding our spiritual heritage can provide insight into God's plan and purpose for our lives. Just as the genealogies in Chronicles trace the lineage of God's people, we are reminded of our place in God's family.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/n/names_reflecting_character.htm">Names Reflecting Character</a></b><br>The meanings of names in the Bible often reveal character traits or divine purposes. Reflect on the significance of your own name and how it might relate to your identity in Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness_through_generations.htm">God's Faithfulness Through Generations</a></b><br>The genealogies remind us of God's unwavering faithfulness to His people across generations. We can trust that God is working in our lives and the lives of our descendants.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_each_individual.htm">The Role of Each Individual</a></b><br>Every person listed in the genealogies, no matter how briefly mentioned, played a role in God's redemptive history. Recognize that your life has significance and purpose in God's plan.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_7.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 7</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_are_asher's_genealogy_names_inconsistent.htm">1 Chronicles 7:30-40 - Why are certain names in Asher's genealogy missing or inconsistent when compared with other biblical genealogies?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_judges_7_contradict_1_chron_21.htm">Why does Judges 7 seemingly contradict other biblical passages that emphasize the need for adequate numbers in battle (e.g., 1 Chronicles 21:1-5)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/1_chron_18_4_vs_2_sam_8_4__7,000_or_1,700.htm">In 1 Chronicles 18:4, how do we reconcile the figure of 7,000 horsemen with 2 Samuel 8:4, which mentions 1,700 instead?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_1_chr_17_and_2_sam_7.htm">How do we reconcile the differences between 1 Chronicles 17 and 2 Samuel 7 regarding the details of God's covenant with David?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/7-37.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">Bezer,</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּ֣צֶר</span> <span class="translit">(be·ṣer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1221.htm">Strong's 1221: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bezer -- 'fortress', a city in Reuben, also a descendant of Asher</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Hod,</span><br /><span class="heb">וָה֗וֹד</span> <span class="translit">(wā·hō·wḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1936.htm">Strong's 1936: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hod -- 'splendor, vigor', an Asherite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Shamma,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשַׁמָּ֧א</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šam·mā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8037.htm">Strong's 8037: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shamma -- an Asherite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Shilshah,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשִׁלְשָׁ֛ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šil·šāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8030.htm">Strong's 8030: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shilshah -- an Asherite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Ithran,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיִתְרָ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yiṯ·rān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3506.htm">Strong's 3506: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ithran -- an Edomite, also an Asherite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Beera.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבְאֵרָֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·’ê·rā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_878.htm">Strong's 878: </a> </span><span class="str2">Beera -- 'well', an Asherite</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">1 Chronicles 7:37 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/7-37.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 7:37 Bezer and Hod and Shamma and Shilshah (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-36.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 7:36"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 7:36" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-38.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 7:38"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 7:38" /></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>