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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Daughters and Granddaughters</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/d/daughters_and_granddaughters.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/5-4.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/d/daughters.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Daughters and Granddaughters</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/d/daughters_and_daughters-in-law.htm" title="Daughters and Daughters-in-law">◄</a> Daughters and Granddaughters <a href="/topical/d/daughters_of_ease.htm" title="Daughters of Ease">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>In the biblical narrative, daughters and granddaughters hold significant roles within the family structure and the broader community. The Scriptures provide numerous accounts and teachings that highlight their importance, responsibilities, and the blessings they bring to their families.<br><br><b>Old Testament Context</b><br><br>In the Old Testament, daughters are often mentioned in genealogies and narratives, emphasizing their place within the family lineage. For instance, <a href="/genesis/5-4.htm">Genesis 5:4</a> notes, "And the days of Adam after he became the father of Seth were 800 years, and he had other sons and daughters." This inclusion underscores the value of daughters in continuing the family line and heritage.<br><br>Daughters were also seen as integral to the social and religious life of Israel. They participated in family and community events, as seen in <a href="/exodus/15-20.htm">Exodus 15:20</a>, where Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron, leads the women in song and dance after the crossing of the Red Sea. This highlights the active role daughters could play in worship and celebration.<br><br>The protection and provision for daughters were of great concern in the Mosaic Law. For example, <a href="/exodus/21-7.htm">Exodus 21:7-11</a> provides regulations for the treatment of daughters sold into servitude, ensuring their rights and well-being. This reflects the broader biblical principle of justice and care for the vulnerable.<br><br><b>New Testament Context</b><br><br>In the New Testament, daughters continue to be recognized as vital members of the family and the early Christian community. Jesus' interactions with women and girls, such as the healing of Jairus' daughter in <a href="/mark/5-41.htm">Mark 5:41-42</a>, demonstrate His compassion and the value He placed on them. "Taking her by the hand, He said to her, 'Talitha koum!' (which means, 'Little girl, I say to you, get up!'). Immediately the girl got up and began to walk around."<br><br>The Apostle Paul, in his epistles, acknowledges the role of women in the church and family. In <a href="/2_corinthians/6-18.htm">2 Corinthians 6:18</a>, he writes, "And I will be a Father to you, and you will be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty." This inclusion of daughters in the spiritual family of God highlights their equal standing in the faith community.<br><br><b>Granddaughters</b><br><br>While the Bible does not frequently mention granddaughters specifically, the principles regarding family and generational blessings apply to them as well. <a href="/proverbs/17-6.htm">Proverbs 17:6</a> states, "Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers." This verse implies the joy and honor that grandchildren, including granddaughters, bring to their grandparents.<br><br>The biblical emphasis on teaching and passing down faith to subsequent generations includes granddaughters. <a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a> instructs, "These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up." This command extends to all descendants, ensuring that granddaughters are part of the spiritual heritage.<br><br><b>Cultural and Spiritual Significance</b><br><br>Throughout the Bible, daughters and granddaughters are portrayed as blessings and bearers of the family legacy. They are recipients of God's promises and participants in His covenant. The biblical narrative affirms their dignity and worth, encouraging families to cherish and nurture them in the ways of the Lord.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/d/daughters.htm">Daughters</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/d/daughters_of_men.htm">Daughters of Men</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/n/naomi.htm">Naomi (25 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/daughter-towns.htm">Daughter-towns (17 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/daughter's.htm">Daughter's (6 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/k/kiss.htm">Kiss (39 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/n/na'omi.htm">Na'omi (21 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/n/noah.htm">Noah (55 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/ruth.htm">Ruth (19 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mothers.htm">Mothers (27 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/providing.htm">Providing (9 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/aid.htm">Aid (20 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/spouse.htm">Spouse (7 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/v/visited.htm">Visited (40 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/committing.htm">Committing (30 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/started.htm">Started (51 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/k/kindly.htm">Kindly (57 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/dealt.htm">Dealt (130 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/mother's.htm">Mother's (102 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/remembered.htm">Remembered (120 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/riseth.htm">Riseth (165 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shown.htm">Shown (131 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/turneth.htm">Turneth (249 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/road.htm">Road (155 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fields.htm">Fields (199 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/deal.htm">Deal (170 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/k/kindness.htm">Kindness (295 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/moab.htm">Moab (162 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/harlot.htm">Harlot (87 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/d/daughters_and_daughters-in-law.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Daughters and Daughters-in-law"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Daughters and Daughters-in-law" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/d/daughters_of_ease.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Daughters of Ease"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Daughters of Ease" /></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="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></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>