New International VersionJetur, Naphish and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
New Living TranslationJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
English Standard VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
Berean Standard BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
King James BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
New King James VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
New American Standard BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah; these were the sons of Ishmael.
NASB 1995Jetur, Naphish and Kedemah; these were the sons of Ishmael.
NASB 1977Jetur, Naphish and Kedemah; these were the sons of Ishmael.
Legacy Standard BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah; these were the sons of Ishmael.
Amplified BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
Christian Standard BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were Ishmael’s sons.
Holman Christian Standard BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were Ishmael’s sons.
American Standard VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
English Revised VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
Good News TranslationJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah.
International Standard VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah—these are the Ishmaelites.
NET BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
New Heart English BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
Webster's Bible TranslationJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
World English BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedema. These are sons of Ishmael.
Young's Literal Translation Jetur, Naphish, and Kedema. These are sons of Ishmael.
Smith's Literal TranslationJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These the sons of Ishmael. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleJetur, Naphis, Cedma: these are the sons of Ismahel.
Catholic Public Domain VersionJetur, Naphish, Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
New American BibleJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These were the sons of Ishmael.
New Revised Standard VersionJetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNator. Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Natur and Naphesh and Aqdama; these are the sons of Ishmaeyl. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Jetur, Naphish, and Kedem. These are the sons of Ishmael.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationJettur, Naphes, Kedma: these are the sons of Ismael.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Descendants of Abraham… 30Mishma, Dumah, Massa, Hadad, Tema, 31Jetur,Naphish,and Kedemah.Thesewerethe sonsof Ishmael.32The sons born to Keturah, Abraham’s concubine: Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. The sons of Jokshan: Sheba and Dedan.…
Cross References Genesis 25:13-16These are the names of the sons of Ishmael in the order of their birth: Nebaioth the firstborn of Ishmael, then Kedar, Adbeel, Mibsam, / Mishma, Dumah, Massa, / Hadad, Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. ...
Genesis 36:1-43This is the account of Esau (that is, Edom). / Esau took his wives from the daughters of Canaan: Adah daughter of Elon the Hittite, Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon the Hivite, / and Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth. ...
Genesis 10:6-7The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. / The sons of Cush: Seba, Havilah, Sabtah, Raamah, and Sabteca. And the sons of Raamah: Sheba and Dedan.
Genesis 21:13But I will also make a nation of the slave woman’s son, because he is your offspring.”
Genesis 25:1-4Now Abraham had taken another wife, named Keturah, / and she bore him Zimran, Jokshan, Medan, Midian, Ishbak, and Shuah. / Jokshan was the father of Sheba and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were the Asshurites, the Letushites, and the Leummites. ...
Genesis 17:20As for Ishmael, I have heard you, and I will surely bless him; I will make him fruitful and multiply him greatly. He will become the father of twelve rulers, and I will make him into a great nation.
Genesis 28:9Esau went to Ishmael and married Mahalath, the sister of Nebaioth and daughter of Abraham’s son Ishmael, in addition to the wives he already had.
Genesis 36:12Additionally, Timna, a concubine of Esau’s son Eliphaz, gave birth to Amalek. These are the grandsons of Esau’s wife Adah.
Genesis 36:40-43These are the names of Esau’s chiefs, according to their families and regions, by their names: Chiefs Timna, Alvah, Jetheth, / Oholibamah, Elah, Pinon, / Kenaz, Teman, Mibzar, ...
Exodus 15:15Then the chiefs of Edom will be dismayed; trembling will seize the leaders of Moab; those who dwell in Canaan will melt away,
Numbers 24:18Edom will become a possession, as will Seir, his enemy; but Israel will perform with valor.
Deuteronomy 2:4-5and command the people: ‘You will pass through the territory of your brothers, the descendants of Esau, who live in Seir. They will be afraid of you, so you must be very careful. / Do not provoke them, for I will not give you any of their land, not even a footprint, because I have given Mount Seir to Esau as his possession.
Deuteronomy 23:7Do not despise an Edomite, for he is your brother. Do not despise an Egyptian, because you lived as a foreigner in his land.
Isaiah 21:13-17This is the burden against Arabia: In the thickets of Arabia you must lodge, O caravans of Dedanites. / Bring water for the thirsty, O dwellers of Tema; meet the refugees with food. / For they flee from the sword—the sword that is drawn—from the bow that is bent, and from the stress of battle. ...
Jeremiah 49:7-22Concerning Edom, this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Is there no longer wisdom in Teman? Has counsel perished from the prudent? Has their wisdom decayed? / Turn and run! Lie low, O dwellers of Dedan, for I will bring disaster on Esau at the time I punish him. / If grape gatherers came to you, would they not leave some gleanings? Were thieves to come in the night, would they not steal only what they wanted? ...
Treasury of Scripture Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah. These are the sons of Ishmael. Jetur. Genesis 25:15 Hadar, and Tema, Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah: Jump to Previous IshmaelIsh'maelJeturKedemKedemahKed'emahKedmahNaphishJump to Next IshmaelIsh'maelJeturKedemKedemahKed'emahKedmahNaphish1 Chronicles 1 1.Adam's line to Noah.5.The sons of Japheth.8.The sons of Ham.17.The sons of Shem.24.Shem's line to Abraham.29.Ishmael's sons.32.The sons of Keturah.34.The posterity of Abraham by Esau.38.The sons of Seir.43.The kings of Edom.51.The dukes of Edom.JeturJetur is one of the sons of Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. The name Jetur is associated with the Itureans, a nomadic tribe that settled in the region of Iturea, located in the northern part of modern-day Israel and southern Lebanon. This area is mentioned in the New Testament ( Luke 3:1) as part of the tetrarchy of Philip. The Itureans were known for their skills in archery and were often involved in conflicts with neighboring tribes. The mention of Jetur highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that Ishmael would become the father of twelve princes and a great nation ( Genesis 17:20). Naphish
Naphish is another son of Ishmael, and his descendants are believed to have settled in the region east of the Jordan River. The tribe of Naphish is mentioned in1 Chronicles 5:19, where they are involved in conflicts with the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. This indicates that the descendants of Naphish were part of the larger network of nomadic tribes in the Transjordan area. The inclusion of Naphish in the genealogical record underscores the historical reality of Ishmael's descendants spreading and establishing themselves in various regions, fulfilling the prophecy given to Hagar inGenesis 16:10. Kedemah
Kedemah, the last of the sons of Ishmael listed here, is less prominently mentioned in biblical records. The name Kedemah is derived from a root meaning "east," suggesting that his descendants may have settled in the eastern regions relative to Canaan. This aligns with the general movement of Ishmael's descendants toward the Arabian Peninsula. The mention of Kedemah serves to complete the list of Ishmael's sons, emphasizing the comprehensive nature of the genealogical record and the fulfillment of God's promise to make Ishmael a great nation. These were the sons of Ishmael
This phrase confirms the fulfillment of God's promise to Hagar and Abraham regarding Ishmael's progeny. Ishmael, though not the child of promise like Isaac, was still blessed by God to become a great nation. The listing of his sons in1 Chronicles 1:31 is a testament to God's faithfulness in keeping His word. The genealogical record serves as a historical account of the origins of various Arab tribes, many of which played significant roles in the history of the Near East. This lineage also highlights the broader narrative of God's plan for all nations, as Ishmael's descendants are part of the larger story of redemption that culminates in Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham. Persons / Places / Events 1. JeturOne of the sons of Ishmael, Jetur is mentioned as a tribal leader. His descendants are believed to have settled in the region that later became known as Iturea, located in the northern part of modern-day Israel and southern Lebanon. 2. NaphishAnother son of Ishmael, Naphish's descendants are thought to have been part of the nomadic tribes that roamed the Arabian desert. They are mentioned in the context of the genealogies that trace the lineage of Ishmael. 3. KedemahThe last son of Ishmael listed in this verse, Kedemah's name is associated with the east, as "Kedem" in Hebrew means "east." His descendants likely lived in the eastern regions of the Arabian Peninsula. 4. IshmaelThe father of Jetur, Naphish, and Kedemah, Ishmael is a significant biblical figure as the first son of Abraham through Hagar. His descendants are traditionally considered to be the ancestors of various Arab tribes. 5. Genealogies of 1 ChroniclesThis section of 1 Chronicles provides a genealogical record that connects the tribes of Israel and their neighbors, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham regarding his descendants. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness to His PromisesThe genealogies remind us of God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Abraham, including those concerning Ishmael. This encourages believers to trust in God's promises in their own lives. The Importance of GenealogiesWhile often overlooked, genealogies in the Bible serve to connect historical events and people, showing the continuity of God's plan throughout generations. Unity in DiversityThe mention of Ishmael's descendants alongside those of Israel highlights the diverse ways God works through different peoples and cultures, pointing to the ultimate unity found in Christ. Legacy and InfluenceThe lives and legacies of Ishmael's sons remind us of the impact our lives can have on future generations, encouraging us to live faithfully and intentionally. God's Sovereignty Over NationsThe inclusion of Ishmael's descendants in the biblical account underscores God's sovereignty over all nations and His desire for all to come to know Him. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 1
In 2 Chronicles 31:1, is there any archaeological evidence confirming the wholesale destruction of pagan altars and high places across Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh?
Why does 1 Chronicles 10:13 emphasize Saul's death as punishment for consulting a medium, when 1 Samuel 31 attributes his defeat primarily to the Philistine assault?
Why does Ishmael's genealogy (Genesis 25:12-18) differ from other references to his descendants?
Is there any evidence outside the Bible confirming the Hagrites mentioned in 1 Chronicles 5:19-22 and their defeat?(31) Jetur.--The Itureans beyond Jordan ( Luke 3:1). The other names are obscure.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Jetur,יְט֥וּר(yə·ṭūr)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3195:Jetur -- a son of Ishmael, also his descendants and the region where they livedNaphish,נָפִ֖ישׁ(nā·p̄îš)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5305:Naphish -- a son of Ishmaeland Kedemah.וָקֵ֑דְמָה(wā·qê·ḏə·māh)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6929:Kedemah -- a son of IshmaelTheseאֵ֥לֶּה(’êl·leh)Pronoun - common plural
Strong's 428:These, thosewereהֵ֖ם(hêm)Pronoun - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1992:Theythe sonsבְּנֵ֥י(bə·nê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Ishmael.יִשְׁמָעֵֽאל׃(yiš·mā·‘êl)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3458:Ishmael -- 'God hears', the name of several Israelites
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