1 Chronicles 3:7

King James Version:

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And Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

Complete Jewish Bible:

Nogah, Nefeg, Yafia,

Berean Standard Bible:

Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia,

American Standard Version:

and Nogah, and Nepheg, and Japhia,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And Nogah^{H5052}, and Nepheg^{H5298}, and Japhia^{H3309},

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Commentary for 1 Chronicles 3:7

1 Chronicles 3:7 is a verse from the Hebrew Bible, which lists the descendants of King David. The verse is part of a larger genealogical section found in the Books of Chronicles, which serves to document the lineage of the Israelite people, with particular emphasis on the tribe of Judah and the Davidic line.

In the context of 1 Chronicles 3:7, the verse specifically mentions three of David's sons born to him in Jerusalem: Nogah, Nepheg, and Japhia. These names are part of a longer list of David's offspring, highlighting the importance of familial relationships and royal succession in the historical and theological narrative of Israel. The genealogies in Chronicles were likely compiled during the post-exilic period, after the Babylonian exile, to reestablish the identity and heritage of the Israelites and to emphasize the centrality of the Davidic covenant, which promised an everlasting dynasty to David (2 Samuel 7).

The mention of these sons contributes to the historical record of David's extensive progeny, which had significant implications for the political and social dynamics of ancient Israel. It also serves to connect the post-exilic community with their past, reminding them of their ancestral ties to the great king of Israel's golden age. Theologically, this verse underscores the fulfillment of God's promise to David concerning the multiplication of his descendants, and it also sets the stage for the complex narrative of royal succession and the eventual hopes for the Messiah, who was expected to come from David's lineage.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H5052
   There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נֹגַהּ
   Transliteration: Nôgahh
   Pronunciation: no'-gah
   Description: the same as נֹגַהּ; Nogah, a son of David; Nogah.
   
2. Strong's Number: H5298
   There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נֶפֶג
   Transliteration: Nepheg
   Pronunciation: neh'-feg
   Description: from an unused root probably meaning to spring forth; a sprout; Nepheg, the name of two Israelites; Nepheg.
   
3. Strong's Number: H3309
   There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יָפִיעַ
   Transliteration: Yâphîyaʻ
   Pronunciation: yaw-fee'-ah
   Description: from יָפַע; bright; Japhia, the name of a Canaanite, an Israelite, and a place in Palestine; Japhia.