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Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The son of Shammai: Maon; and Maon fathered Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai <i>was</i> Maon: and Maon <i>was</i> the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/2.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai <i>was</i> Maon, and Maon <i>was</i> the father of Beth Zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon <i>was</i> the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon was the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And the son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon <i>was</i> the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon <i>was</i> the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon; Maon became the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Shammai’s son was Maon, and Maon fathered Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Shammai&#8217s son was Maon, and Maon fathered Beth-zur. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/2.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai was Maon; and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_chronicles/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />the grandfather of Maon, and the great-grandfather of Bethzur. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai was Maon; and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Shammai's son was Maon, who first settled Beth Zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/2.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />who was the father of Maon, who was the father of Bethzur. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Shammai's descendants included Maon, who fathered Beth-zur. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Shammai's son was Maon, who was the father of Beth-Zur. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon; and Maon was the father of Beth Zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai was Maon: and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon; and Maon was the father of Beth Zur. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And a son of Shammai [is] Maon, and Maon [is] father of Beth-Zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And a son of Shammai is Maon, and Maon is father of Beth-Zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai, Maon: and Maon the father of the house of the rock.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The son of Sammai, Maon: and Maon the father of Bethsur. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The son of Shammai was Maon, and Maon was the father of Bethzur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The son of Shammai: Maon, who was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The son of Shammai: Maon; and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And Horan begat Gozan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/2.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Uphna of the concubine of Kalab gave birth to Khuran, and Khuran begot Guzan.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/2.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the son of Shammai was Maon; and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And his son <i>was</i> Maon: and Maon <i>is</i> the father of Baethsur.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/2-45.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=667" 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/2.htm">The Sons of Israel</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">44</span>Shema was the father of Raham the father of Jorkeam, and Rekem was the father of Shammai. <span class="reftext">45</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ū·ḇen- (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">The son</a> <a href="/hebrew/8060.htm" title="8060: šam·may (N-proper-ms) -- Three men of Isr. From Shamlay; destructive; Shammai, the name of three Israelites.">of Shammai</a> <a href="/hebrew/4584.htm" title="4584: mā·‘ō·wn (N-proper-ms) -- The same as ma'own; a residence; Maon, the name of an Israelite and of a place in Palestine.">was Maon,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4584.htm" title="4584: ū·mā·‘ō·wn (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- The same as ma'own; a residence; Maon, the name of an Israelite and of a place in Palestine.">and Maon</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ă·ḇî (N-msc) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">was the father of</a> <a href="/hebrew/1049.htm" title="1049: ḇêṯ- (Prep) -- House of a rock, a place in Judah. From bayith and tsuwr; house of rock; Beth-Tsur, a place in Palestine."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1049.htm" title="1049: ṣūr (N-proper-ms) -- House of a rock, a place in Judah. From bayith and tsuwr; house of rock; Beth-Tsur, a place in Palestine.">Beth-zur.</a> </span><span class="reftext">46</span>Caleb’s concubine Ephah was the mother of Haran, Moza, and Gazez. Haran was the father of Gazez.…<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="/ruth/4-17.htm">Ruth 4:17</a></span><br />The neighbor women said, “A son has been born to Naomi,” and they named him Obed. He became the father of Jesse, the father of David.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ruth/4-18.htm">Ruth 4:18-22</a></span><br />Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron, / Hezron was the father of Ram, Ram was the father of Amminadab, / Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-1.htm">1 Samuel 16:1</a></span><br />Now the LORD said to Samuel, “How long are you going to mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem, for I have selected from his sons a king for Myself.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/17-12.htm">1 Samuel 17:12</a></span><br />Now David was the son of a man named Jesse, an Ephrathite from Bethlehem of Judah who had eight sons. And in the days of Saul, Jesse was old and well along in years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/2-4.htm">2 Samuel 2:4</a></span><br />Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/5-1.htm">2 Samuel 5:1-3</a></span><br />Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, “Here we are, your own flesh and blood. / Even in times past, while Saul was king over us, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them back. And to you the LORD said, ‘You will shepherd My people Israel, and you will be ruler over them.’” / So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, where King David made with them a covenant before the LORD. And they anointed him king over Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/7-12.htm">2 Samuel 7:12-16</a></span><br />And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-11.htm">1 Kings 2:11</a></span><br />The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/11-36.htm">1 Kings 11:36</a></span><br />I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/12-19.htm">1 Kings 12:19-20</a></span><br />So to this day Israel has been in rebellion against the house of David. / When all Israel heard that Jeroboam had returned, they summoned him to the assembly and made him king over all Israel. Only the tribe of Judah followed the house of David.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-1.htm">Matthew 1:1</a></span><br />This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-5.htm">Matthew 1:5-6</a></span><br />Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, / and Jesse the father of David the king. Next: David was the father of Solomon by Uriah’s wife,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-16.htm">Matthew 1:16</a></span><br />and Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, of whom was born Jesus, who is called Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-31.htm">Luke 3:31-32</a></span><br />the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David, / the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon,<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,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the son of Shammai was Maon: and Maon was the father of Bethzur.</p><p class="hdg">Beth-zur.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/11-7.htm">1 Chronicles 11:7</a></b></br> And David dwelt in the castle; therefore they called it the city of David.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/4-28.htm">1 Chronicles 4:28</a></b></br> And they dwelt at Beersheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/6-7.htm">1 Chronicles 6:7</a></b></br> Meraioth begat Amariah, and Amariah begat Ahitub,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/15-58.htm">Joshua 15:58</a></b></br> Halhul, Bethzur, and Gedor,</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_kings/15-29.htm">Beth</a> <a href="/joshua/15-58.htm">Bethzur</a> <a href="/joshua/15-58.htm">Beth-Zur</a> <a href="/1_samuel/25-2.htm">Maon</a> <a href="/1_samuel/25-2.htm">Ma'on</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">Shammai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm">Sham'mai</a> <a href="/joshua/15-58.htm">Zur</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/2-51.htm">Beth</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/11-7.htm">Bethzur</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/11-7.htm">Beth-Zur</a> <a href="/joshua/15-55.htm">Maon</a> <a href="/joshua/15-55.htm">Ma'on</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-17.htm">Shammai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-17.htm">Sham'mai</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/8-30.htm">Zur</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 2</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-1.htm">The sons of Israel.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-3.htm">The posterity of Judah by Tamar.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-13.htm">The children of Jesse.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-18.htm">The posterity of Caleb the son of Hezron.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-21.htm">Hezron's posterity by the daughter of Machir.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-25.htm">Jerahmeel's posterity.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">34. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-34.htm">Sheshan's posterity.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">42. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-42.htm">Another branch of Caleb's posterity.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">50. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-50.htm">The posterity of Caleb the son of Hur.</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'; 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The mention of Maon as his son places this lineage within the context of the descendants of Caleb, a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah. Maon is also the name of a location in the hill country of Judah, suggesting a possible connection between the individual and the geographical area. This connection highlights the importance of land and heritage in Israelite culture, where familial ties to specific regions were significant for identity and inheritance.<p><b>and Maon was the father of Beth-zur</b><br>Beth-zur is a town in the hill country of Judah, known for its strategic military significance. It is mentioned in the context of Rehoboam's fortifications in <a href="/2_chronicles/11-7.htm">2 Chronicles 11:7</a>, indicating its importance in the defense of the kingdom. The name Beth-zur means "house of rock," which may reflect its fortified nature. The genealogical mention here underscores the continuity of familial lines and their association with specific locations, emphasizing the role of heritage in the biblical narrative. The connection to Maon suggests a lineage that contributed to the establishment and defense of Judah, reflecting the broader theme of God's providence and the fulfillment of His promises to the tribes of Israel.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/shammai.htm">Shammai</a></b><br>A descendant of Caleb, Shammai is part of the genealogical record that traces the lineage of the tribe of Judah. His mention highlights the importance of family heritage and legacy in the biblical account.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/maon.htm">Maon</a></b><br>The son of Shammai, Maon is noted for being the father of Beth Zur. His name is associated with a location in Judah, which suggests his influence or the establishment of a settlement.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/beth_zur.htm">Beth Zur</a></b><br>A town in the hill country of Judah, Beth Zur is historically significant as a fortified city. It played a role in various military campaigns and is mentioned in other biblical contexts as a place of strategic importance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage.htm">The Importance of Heritage</a></b><br>The genealogies in Chronicles remind us of the value of understanding our spiritual heritage. Just as the Israelites traced their lineage, Christians are encouraged to recognize their spiritual ancestry in the faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/legacy_and_influence.htm">Legacy and Influence</a></b><br>Maon's role as the father of Beth Zur highlights the impact one can have on future generations. Believers are called to consider the legacy they are building and how it will influence others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/strategic_places_in_god's_plan.htm">Strategic Places in God's Plan</a></b><br>Beth Zur's mention as a fortified city underscores the idea that God uses specific places and people for His purposes. Christians are encouraged to see their own lives and locations as strategically placed for God's work.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_small_details.htm">Faithfulness in Small Details</a></b><br>The inclusion of seemingly minor figures and places in Scripture teaches us that God values every detail of our lives. We are called to be faithful in the small things, trusting that God sees and uses them for His glory.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 2</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_1_chron_27's_census_align.htm">How does 1 Chronicles 27's census reconcile with other conflicting census figures in the Bible (e.g., 2 Samuel 24)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_1_chr_14_8-17_and_2_sam_5.htm">1 Chronicles 14:8-17 - How do we reconcile any discrepancies between this account of David's battles with the Philistines and the parallel text in 2 Samuel 5?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_elhanan_kill_goliath's_brother.htm">1 Chronicles 20:5: Why does this text say Elhanan killed Goliath's brother, whereas 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to conflict about who killed Goliath?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_baasha_attack_judah_after_his_death.htm">How can 2 Chronicles 16:1 claim Baasha attacked Judah in Asa's thirty-sixth year if 1 Kings 15:33 indicates Baasha died years earlier?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/2-45.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 son</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבֶן־</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇen-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular 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 Shammai</span><br /><span class="heb">שַׁמַּ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(šam·may)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8060.htm">Strong's 8060: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shammai -- three men of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was Maon,</span><br /><span class="heb">מָע֑וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(mā·‘ō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4584.htm">Strong's 4584: </a> </span><span class="str2">Maon -- 'habitation', a place in Judah, also a man of Judah, also an enemy of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Maon</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמָע֖וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mā·‘ō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4584.htm">Strong's 4584: </a> </span><span class="str2">Maon -- 'habitation', a place in Judah, also a man of Judah, also an enemy of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was the father of</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲבִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḇî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> </span><span class="str2">Father</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Beth-zur.</span><br /><span class="heb">צֽוּר׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṣūr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1049.htm">Strong's 1049: </a> </span><span class="str2">Beth-zur -- 'house of a rock', a place in Judah</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">1 Chronicles 2:45 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/2-45.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 2:45 The son of Shammai was Maon (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-44.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 2:44"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 2:44" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/2-46.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 2:46"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 2:46" /></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>