Topical Encyclopedia
Hezron is a significant figure in the genealogical records of the Bible, particularly within the lineage of the tribe of Judah. His name, meaning "enclosed" or "surrounded by a wall," is mentioned in several key passages that highlight his role in the ancestry of notable biblical figures.
Genealogy and Family LineageHezron is first introduced in the Book of Genesis as a descendant of Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. In
Genesis 46:12 , the genealogy of Judah is outlined: "The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, Shelah, Perez, and Zerah (but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan). The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul." This passage establishes Hezron as a grandson of Judah through Perez, making him part of the Messianic line that would eventually lead to King David and, ultimately, Jesus Christ.
The Book of Ruth further emphasizes Hezron's place in the lineage of David.
Ruth 4:18-22 provides a genealogical record: "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, Salmon was the father of Boaz, Boaz was the father of Obed, Obed was the father of Jesse, and Jesse was the father of David." This passage underscores Hezron's critical role in the ancestry of Israel's greatest king.
Tribal SignificanceHezron's descendants played a vital role in the establishment and development of the tribe of Judah. In
1 Chronicles 2:9 , the chronicler records, "The sons who were born to Hezron: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Caleb." These sons became progenitors of significant clans within the tribe, contributing to its growth and influence in the history of Israel.
Hezron's LegacyHezron's legacy is not only genealogical but also spiritual, as his lineage is intricately connected to the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Through Hezron, the line of Judah is preserved, leading to the birth of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, as prophesied in the Old Testament. This connection is affirmed in the New Testament, where the genealogy of Jesus in
Matthew 1:3 includes Hezron: "Judah the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, Hezron the father of Ram."
In summary, Hezron is a pivotal figure in biblical history, representing the continuity of God's covenantal promises through the tribe of Judah. His descendants played crucial roles in the unfolding narrative of Israel, and his lineage is a testament to God's faithfulness in bringing forth the Savior of the world.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Hezronthe dart of joy; the division of the song
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Hezron(surrounded by a wall).
- A son of Reuben. (Genesis 46:9;Exodus 6:14)
- A son of Pharez. (Genesis 46:12;Ruth 4:18)
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Enclosed.
(1.) One of the sons of Reuben (Genesis 46:9;Exodus 6:14).
(2.) The older of the two sons of Pharez (Genesis 46:12).
(3.) A plain in the south of Judah, west of Kadesh-barnea (Joshua 15:3).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
HEZRON (1)hez'-ron (chetsron, and chetsron; Septuagint Asron):
(1) A son of Reuben (Genesis 46:9Exodus 6:14), and head of the family of the Hezronites (Numbers 26:6).
(2) A son of Perez, and grandson of Judah (Genesis 46:12Numbers 26:211 Chronicles 2:5, 9, 18, 21, 24, 25;1 Chronicles 4:1), a direct ancestor of David (Ruth 4:18 f). He appears also in the genealogy of our Lord (Esrom) (Matthew 1:3Luke 3:33).
HEZRON (2)
(chetsron, "enclosure"): On the South boundary of Judah between "Kadesh-barnea" and "Addar" (Joshua 15:3); in the parallel passage (Numbers 34:4) "Hazar-addar." The two places may have been near together. Conder suggests that the name survives in Jebel Hadhireh, a mountain Northwest of Petra in the Tih.
Greek
2074. Hesrom --Hezron, an Israelite...Hezron, an Israelite. Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration:
Hesrom Phonetic Spelling: (es-rome) Short Definition:
Hezron Definition:
Hezron...689. Aram -- Ram, an ancestor of Christ
... Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Aram Phonetic Spelling:
(ar-am') Short Definition: Ram Definition: Ram, son ofHezron and father of...
Strong's Hebrew
2697. Chetsroni -- descendant ofHezron... descendant of
Hezron. Transliteration: Chetsroni Phonetic Spelling: (khets-ro-nee')
Short Definition: Hezronites.
... of
Hezron NASB Word Usage Hezronites (2).
...3613. Kaleb Ephrathah -- the place whereHezron died
... the place whereHezron died. Transliteration: Kaleb Ephrathah Phonetic Spelling:
(kaw-labe' ef-raw'-thaw) Short Definition: Caleb-ephrathah....
2696. Chetsron -- two Israelites, also two places in Judah
... 2695, 2696. Chetsron. 2697 . two Israelites, also two places in Judah.
Transliteration: Chetsron Phonetic Spelling: (khets-rone') Short Definition:Hezron....
7152. Qeriyyoth -- a city in Judah, also a city in Moab
... Word Origin pl. of qiryah Definition a city in Judah, also a city in Moab NASB
Word Usage Kerioth (3), Kerioth-hezron* (1). Kerioth, Kirioth....
Library
Genealogy of Jesus According to Matthew.
... 3 and Judah begat Perez and Zerah [these two were twins] of Tamar [she was the
incestuous daughter-in-law of Judah]; and Perez begatHezron; andHezron begat...
Chapter xlvi
... his sons: Reuben, Jacob's first-born. And the sons of Reuben: Hanoch and
Pallu andHezron and Carmi. And the sons of Simeon: Jemuel...
C. The Genealogy of Jesus. Ch. 3:23-38
... the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Salmon, the son of
Nahshon, 33 the son of Amminadab, the son of Arni, the son ofHezron, the son...
Genealogy According to Luke.
... of the tribe of Judah during the wanderings in the wilderness"Numbers 1:4-7; x.14],
33 the son of Amminadab, the son of Arni, the son ofHezron, the son of...
Thesaurus
Hezron (19 Occurrences)... (3.) A plain in the south of Judah, west of Kadesh-barnea (Joshua 15:3).
Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
HEZRON (1).
...HEZRON (2).
...Kerioth-hezron (1 Occurrence)
Kerioth-hezron. Keriothhezron, Kerioth-hezron. Ker'i-oth-hezron .
Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia KERIOTH-HEZRON. ke'-ri...
Ker'i-oth-hezron (1 Occurrence)
Ker'i-oth-hezron. Kerioth-hezron, Ker'i-oth-hezron. Kerith .
Multi-Version Concordance Ker'i-oth-hezron (1 Occurrence)....
Hezron's (1 Occurrence)
...Hezron's (1 Occurrence). 1 Chronicles 2:24 After thatHezron was dead in Caleb
Ephrathah, then AbijahHezron's wife bore him Ashhur the father of Tekoa....
Perez (19 Occurrences)
... Perez became the father ofHezron.Hezron became the father of Ram. (WEB ASV
BBE NAS RSV NIV).... The sons of Perez wereHezron and Hamul....
Pharez (11 Occurrences)
... Matthew 1:3 and Judah begat Pharez and Zarah of Tamar, and Pharez begatHezron,
andHezron begat Ram, (YLT).... And the sons of Pharez wereHezron and Hamul....
Pherez (11 Occurrences)
... And the sons of Pherez wereHezron and Hamul. (DBY).... (DBY). Ruth 4:18 Now these
are the generations of Pherez. Pherez begotHezron, (DBY)....
Carmi (8 Occurrences)
... Genesis 46:9 The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu,Hezron, and Carmi.... Numbers 26:6 of
Hezron, the family of the Hezronites; of Carmi, the family of the Carmites....
Caleb-Ephrathah (1 Occurrence)
... CALEB-EPHRATHAH. ka'-leb ef'-ra-tha, -ef'-ra-ta (the King James Version Caleb-ephratah,
kalebh 'ephrathah): The place whereHezron died (1 Chronicles 2:24)....
Jerahmeel (9 Occurrences)
... Loving God. (1.) The son ofHezron, the brother of Caleb (1 Chronicles 2:9, 25,
26, etc.). (2.) The son of Kish, a Levite (1 Chronicles 24:29)....
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