King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the sons of Ethan; Azariah.
Complete Jewish Bible:
The son of Eitan: 'Azaryah.
Berean Standard Bible:
The son of Ethan: Azariah.
American Standard Version:
And the sons of Ethan: Azariah.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the sons{H1121} of Ethan{H387}; Azariah{H5838}.
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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 2:8
1 Chronicles 2:8 is a verse from the Hebrew Bible, which is part of the genealogical lists found in the book of 1 Chronicles. This book is traditionally attributed to the Chronicler and was likely written during the period after the Babylonian Exile, around the 5th or 4th century BCE. The purpose of these genealogies was to provide a historical record of the Israelite tribes, emphasizing the continuity of God's covenant with the people of Israel through their lineage.
The verse itself is brief and mentions the sons of Ethan, specifically naming Azariah. Ethan is noted in the Bible as one of the Levites appointed by King David to play the cymbals as part of the musical worship in the tabernacle (1 Chronicles 15:17, 19). He is also identified as a wise man, second only to Solomon in fame (1 Kings 4:31). The mention of Azariah as Ethan's son places him within an important family line, particularly within the context of the Levitical priesthood.
The themes present in this verse include the importance of lineage and heritage in ancient Israelite society, the continuity of religious roles and responsibilities, and the careful record-keeping that underscored the identity and organization of the Israelite community. By tracing the descent of key figures, the Chronicler reinforces the legitimacy of the post-exilic community's religious and social structures, linking them to the glorious days of David and Solomon. This verse, as part of a larger genealogical section, serves to connect the people of Israel to their past and to God's promises, reminding them of their shared history and destiny as a covenant people.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. - Strong's Number: H387
There are 155 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֵיתָן
Transliteration: ʼÊythân
Pronunciation: ay-thawn'
Description: the same as אֵיתָן; permanent; Ethan, the name of four Israelites; Ethan. - Strong's Number: H5838
There are 44 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֲזַרְיָה
Transliteration: ʻĂzaryâh
Pronunciation: az-ar-yaw'
Description: or עֲזַרְיָהוּ; from עָזַר and יָהּ; Jah has helped; Azarjah, the name of nineteen Israelites; Azariah.