King James Version:
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And when Baalhanan was dead, Hadad reigned in his stead: and the name of his city [was] Pai; and his wife's name [was] Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Mezahab.
Complete Jewish Bible:
After Ba'al-Hanan died, Hadad took his place as king; the name of his city was Pa'i; his wife's name was M'heitav'el the daughter of Matred the daughter of Mei-Zahav.
Berean Standard Bible:
When Baal-hanan died, Hadad reigned in his place. His city was named Pau, and his wife’s name was Mehetabel daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
American Standard Version:
And Baal-hanan died, and Hadad reigned in his stead; and the name of his city was Pai: and his wife’s name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Me-zahab.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And when Baalhanan{H1177} was dead{H4191}, Hadad{H1908} reigned{H4427} in his stead: and the name{H8034} of his city{H5892} was Pai{H6464}; and his wife's{H802} name{H8034} was Mehetabel{H4105}, the daughter{H1323} of Matred{H4308}, the daughter{H1323} of Mezahab{H4314}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 36:39
- And Baalhanan the son of Achbor died, and Hadar reigned in his stead: and the name of his city [was] Pau; and his wife's name [was] Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Mezahab.
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 1:50
1 Chronicles 1:50 is a part of the genealogical records found in the opening chapters of 1 Chronicles, which trace the lineage from Adam through the twelve tribes of Israel. This particular verse is situated within a section that focuses on the Edomites, descendants of Esau, Jacob's brother. The verse specifically mentions Baalhanan, who is part of the line of Esau, and his successor, Hadad.
The historical context of this verse is set in the period after the Israelites had settled in the Promised Land but before the establishment of the monarchy. The Edomites were a neighboring people to the Israelites, often in conflict with them due to historical animosities between Esau and Jacob. The mention of Hadad's reign and his city, Pai, as well as his wife, Mehetabel, and her lineage, serves to document the continuity of the Edomite monarchy and the interconnections between various families and tribes in the region.
The themes present in this verse include the importance of genealogies in establishing identity and inheritance rights, the political landscape of the time with its succession of rulers, and the intermingling of different groups through marriage, as seen with Mehetabel's lineage connecting to Matred and Mezahab. This detailed record-keeping was crucial for the original audience to understand their ancestral heritage and the relationships between the tribes of Israel and their neighbors, which would have had significant implications for trade, warfare, and diplomacy.
In summary, 1 Chronicles 1:50 continues the chronicling of Edomite rulers, emphasizing the significance of lineage and the political structure of the Edomites during the period before the united monarchy of Israel. It reflects the broader concern of the Chronicler to provide a comprehensive historical and theological backdrop for the people of Israel, underscoring their place within the larger context of God's plan as revealed in the history of the nations.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1177
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּעַל חָנָן
Transliteration: Baʻal Chânân
Pronunciation: bah'-al khaw-nawn'
Description: from בַּעַל and חָנַן; possessor of grace; Baal-Chanan, the name of an Edomite, also of an Israelite; Baal-hanan. - Strong's Number: H4191
There are 694 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מוּת
Transliteration: mûwth
Pronunciation: mooth
Description: a primitive root; to die (literally or figuratively); causatively, to kill; [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. - Strong's Number: H1908
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הֲדַד
Transliteration: Hădad
Pronunciation: had-ad'
Description: probably of foreign origin (compare אֲדַד); Hadad, the name of an idol, and of several kings of Edom; Hadad. - Strong's Number: H4427
There are 284 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָלַךְ
Transliteration: mâlak
Pronunciation: maw-lak'
Description: a primitive root; to reign; inceptively, to ascend the throne; causatively, to induct into royalty; hence (by implication) to take counsel; consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H8034
There are 771 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁם
Transliteration: shêm
Pronunciation: shame
Description: a primitive word (perhaps rather from through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare שָׁמַיִם); an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character; [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. - Strong's Number: H5892
There are 937 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עִיר
Transliteration: ʻîyr
Pronunciation: eer
Description: or (in the plural) עָר; or עָיַר; (Judges 10:4), from עוּר; a city (a place guarded by waking or a watch) in the widest sense (even of a mere encampment or post); Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. - Strong's Number: H6464
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּעוּ
Transliteration: Pâʻûw
Pronunciation: paw-oo'
Description: or פָּעִי; from פָּעָה; screaming; Pau or Pai, a place in Edom; Pai, Pau. - Strong's Number: H802
There are 729 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אִשָּׁה
Transliteration: ʼishshâh
Pronunciation: ish-shaw'
Description: feminine of אִישׁ or אֱנוֹשׁ; irregular plural, נָשִׁים;(used in the same wide sense as אֱנוֹשׁ); a woman; (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. - Strong's Number: H4105
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְהֵיטַבְאֵל
Transliteration: Mᵉhêyṭabʼêl
Pronunciation: meh-hay-tab-ale'
Description: from יָטַב (augmented) and אֵל; bettered of God; Mehetabel, the name of an Edomitish man and woman; Mehetabeel, Mehetabel. - Strong's Number: H1323
There are 499 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּת
Transliteration: bath
Pronunciation: bath
Description: from בָּנָה (as feminine of בֵּן); a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively); apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. - Strong's Number: H4308
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַטְרֵד
Transliteration: Maṭrêd
Pronunciation: mat-rade'
Description: from טָרַד; propulsive; Matred, an Edomitess; Matred. - Strong's Number: H4314
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֵי זָהָב
Transliteration: Mêy Zâhâb
Pronunciation: may zaw-hawb'
Description: from מַיִם and זָהָב, water of gold; Me-Zahab, an Edomite; Mezahab.