New International VersionBoaz the father of Obed and Obed the father of Jesse.
New Living TranslationBoaz was the father of Obed. Obed was the father of Jesse.
English Standard VersionBoaz fathered Obed, Obed fathered Jesse.
Berean Standard BibleBoaz was the father of Obed, and Obed was the father of Jesse.
King James BibleAnd Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse,
New King James VersionBoaz begot Obed, and Obed begot Jesse;
New American Standard BibleBoaz fathered Obed, and Obed fathered Jesse;
NASB 1995Boaz became the father of Obed, and Obed became the father of Jesse;
NASB 1977Boaz became the father of Obed, and Obed became the father of Jesse;
Legacy Standard BibleBoaz became the father of Obed, and Obed became the father of Jesse;
Amplified BibleBoaz became the father of Obed, and Obed became the father of Jesse.
Christian Standard BibleBoaz fathered Obed, and Obed fathered Jesse.
Holman Christian Standard BibleBoaz fathered Obed, and Obed fathered Jesse.
American Standard Versionand Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse;
Contemporary English VersionObed, and Jesse.
English Revised Versionand Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse;
GOD'S WORD® TranslationBoaz was the father of Obed, and Obed was the father of Jesse.
Good News TranslationObed, and Jesse.
International Standard VersionBoaz fathered Obed, and Obed fathered Jesse.
NET BibleBoaz was the father of Obed, and Obed was the father of Jesse.
New Heart English Bibleand Boaz became the father of Obed, and Obed became the father of Jesse;
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBoaz was the father of Obed, and Obed was the father of Jesse.
World English Bibleand Boaz became the father of Obed, and Obed became the father of Jesse; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Boaz begot Obed, and Obed begot Jesse;
Young's Literal Translation and Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Boot beget Obed, and Obed beget Isai.
Catholic Public Domain VersionTruly, Boaz conceived Obed, who also himself conceived Jesse.
New American BibleBoaz became the father of Obed. Obed became the father of Jesse.
New Revised Standard VersionBoaz of Obed, Obed of Jesse. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Boaz begat Obed; and Obed begat Jesse;
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Baaz begot Ubar and Ubar begot Iyshay. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Boaz begot Obed, and Obed begot Jesse;
Brenton Septuagint Translationand Booz begot Obed, and Obed begot Jessae.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Sons of Israel… 11Nahshon was the father of Salmon, and Salmon was the father of Boaz. 12Boazwas the father ofObed,and Obedwas the father ofJesse.13Jesse was the father of Eliab his firstborn; Abinadab was born second, Shimea third,…
Cross References Ruth 4:21-22Salmon was the father of Boaz, Boaz was the father of Obed, / Obed was the father of Jesse, and Jesse was the father of David.
Matthew 1:5-6Salmon 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,
Luke 3:31-32the 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,
1 Samuel 16:1Now 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.”
1 Samuel 17:12Now 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.
2 Samuel 2:4Then 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.”
2 Samuel 5:3So 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.
1 Kings 2:11The length of David’s reign over Israel was forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem.
1 Kings 11:4For when Solomon grew old, his wives turned his heart after other gods, and he was not wholeheartedly devoted to the LORD his God, as his father David had been.
1 Kings 15:3And Abijam walked in all the sins that his father before him had committed, and his heart was not as fully devoted to the LORD his God as the heart of David his forefather had been.
2 Kings 14:3And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, but not as his father David had done. He did everything as his father Joash had done.
2 Kings 16:2Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD his God.
2 Kings 18:3And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done.
2 Kings 22:2And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD and walked in all the ways of his father David; he did not turn aside to the right or to the left.
Psalm 89:20I have found My servant David; with My sacred oil I have anointed him.
Treasury of Scripture And Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse, Jesse. 1 Chronicles 10:14 And inquired not of the LORD: therefore he slew him, and turned the kingdom unto David the son of Jesse. Ruth 4:22 And Obed begat Jesse, and Jesse begat David. 1 Samuel 16:1 And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. Jump to Previous BegatBegotBoazBo'azJesseObedJump to Next BegatBegotBoazBo'azJesseObed1 Chronicles 2 1.The sons of Israel.3.The posterity of Judah by Tamar.13.The children of Jesse.18.The posterity of Caleb the son of Hezron.21.Hezron's posterity by the daughter of Machir.25.Jerahmeel's posterity.34.Sheshan's posterity.42.Another branch of Caleb's posterity.50.The posterity of Caleb the son of Hur.Boaz was the father of ObedBoaz is a significant figure in the lineage of David and ultimately Jesus Christ. He is prominently featured in the Book of Ruth, where he is depicted as a kinsman-redeemer, a type of Christ. The role of a kinsman-redeemer was to protect the interests of needy family members, which Boaz fulfills by marrying Ruth, a Moabite widow, and thus preserving the family line. This act of redemption is a foreshadowing of Christ's redemptive work for humanity. Boaz's actions demonstrate the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's laws, as well as the inclusion of Gentiles into God's covenant community, as Ruth was not an Israelite by birth. and Obed was the father of Jesse
Obed, the son of Boaz and Ruth, continues the lineage that leads to King David. His name means "servant" or "worshiper," reflecting the role of his descendants in serving God and leading His people. Obed's birth is a testament to God's providence and the fulfillment of His promises, as it ensures the continuation of the line that would bring forth the Messiah. The inclusion of Ruth, a Moabite, in this lineage highlights God's grace and the breaking down of ethnic barriers, pointing to the universal scope of the gospel. and Obed was the father of Jesse
Jesse, the father of David, is a pivotal figure in the history of Israel. He is from Bethlehem, a town that holds significant prophetic importance as the birthplace of Jesus (Micah 5:2). Jesse's role as the father of David places him in the direct line of the Messiah, fulfilling the prophecy that the Savior would come from the house of David (2 Samuel 7:12-16). Jesse's family is a symbol of God's sovereign choice, as David, the youngest and seemingly least likely of his sons, is chosen by God to be king. This choice underscores the biblical theme that God often uses the humble and unexpected to accomplish His purposes. Persons / Places / Events 1. BoazBoaz is a significant figure in the lineage of David and Jesus Christ. He is known for his role in the Book of Ruth as the kinsman-redeemer who marries Ruth, a Moabite widow, demonstrating faithfulness and obedience to God's law. 2. ObedObed is the son of Boaz and Ruth. His birth is seen as a blessing and a continuation of God's providential plan, linking the account of Ruth to the lineage of King David. 3. JesseJesse is the father of King David. He is an important figure in the genealogy of Jesus Christ, as outlined in the Gospels, and represents the fulfillment of God's promise to establish David's throne forever. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in LineageGod's hand is evident in the genealogies of the Bible, showing His sovereign plan through generations. This reminds us that God is in control of history and our personal accounts. Faithfulness and RedemptionBoaz's role as a kinsman-redeemer is a powerful illustration of faithfulness and redemption. It encourages us to act with integrity and compassion, reflecting Christ's love and redemption in our lives. The Importance of LegacyThe mention of Obed and Jesse highlights the importance of legacy and the impact of our faithfulness on future generations. We are called to live in a way that honors God and influences those who come after us. God's Inclusion of All PeopleRuth, a Moabite, is included in the lineage of Christ, demonstrating God's inclusive love and grace. This challenges us to embrace and love people from all backgrounds. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 2:12?
2.How does 1 Chronicles 2:12 connect to Jesus' genealogy in Matthew 1:5-6?
3.What can we learn from Boaz's role in God's redemptive plan?
4.How does Obed's lineage demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises?
5.In what ways can we apply Boaz's character to our daily lives?
6.Why is understanding genealogies important for comprehending biblical history and prophecy?
7.How does 1 Chronicles 2:12 fit into the genealogy of Jesus Christ?
8.What is the significance of Boaz in 1 Chronicles 2:12?
9.How does 1 Chronicles 2:12 demonstrate God's providence in biblical history?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 2?
11.Who was Obed in the Bible?
12.Why does 1 Chronicles 18:12 credit Abishai with killing 18,000 Edomites, while 2 Samuel 8:13 attributes the same victory to David?
13.How does the timeline in Ruth 1:1 align with or contradict other biblical accounts of the era of the judges?
14.In Ruth 4:17, are there inconsistencies with other genealogies that question Obed's direct link to King David?What Does 1 Chronicles 2:12 Mean Boaz was the father of Obed• This statement roots us in real history. Scripture’s genealogies are factual records, not symbolic tales (cf.Ruth 4:21;Matthew 1:5). • Boaz, the kinsman-redeemer in Ruth, embodies covenant faithfulness: – He willingly marries Ruth, a Moabite, displaying God’s heart for the outsider (Ruth 2–4). – His obedience preserves the line of Judah promised inGenesis 49:10. • The verse reminds us that everyday faithfulness—harvest fields, legal proceedings at the gate—advances God’s redemptive plan leading to Messiah (Matthew 1:1-16).
Obed was the father of Jesse• Obed’s birth is celebrated by Bethlehem’s elders as proof that “the LORD has not left you without a redeemer” (Ruth 4:14-17). • With Obed, the family line shifts from mere survival to preparation for a king. Obed is a quiet link, yet indispensable. • Jesse will become: – The Bethlehemite chosen as father of David (1 Samuel 16:1, 11-13). – The stump from which Isaiah prophesies a righteous Branch (Isaiah 11:1), fulfilled in Jesus (Romans 15:12). • God works through ordinary generations—grandfather, father, son—to build a throne that will last forever (2 Samuel 7:12-16).
summary1 Chronicles 2:12 ties three men—Boaz, Obed, Jesse—into one unbreakable chain. Each link proves God’s promises are literal, precise, and unfolding through real families. From a faithful farmer (Boaz) to a newborn hope (Obed) to the father of Israel’s greatest king (Jesse), the verse assures us that God’s covenant purposes march on, undeterred, all the way to Christ our Redeemer.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Boazוּבֹ֙עַז֙(ū·ḇō·‘az)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1162:Boaz -- 'quickness', an ancestor of David, also a pillar before the templewas the father ofהוֹלִ֣יד(hō·w·lîḏ)Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205:To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineageObed,עוֹבֵ֔ד(‘ō·w·ḇêḏ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5744:Obed -- 'worshiper', the name of several Israelitesand Obedוְעוֹבֵ֖ד(wə·‘ō·w·ḇêḏ)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5744:Obed -- 'worshiper', the name of several Israeliteswas the father ofהוֹלִ֥יד(hō·w·lîḏ)Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3205:To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineageJesse.יִשָֽׁי׃(yi·šāy)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3448:Jesse -- father of David
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