Luke 3:33

Which was [the son] of Aminadab, which was [the son] of Aram, which was [the son] of Esrom, which was [the son] of Phares, which was [the son] of Juda,

Which was the son of Aminadab {G284}, which was the son of Aram {G689}, which was the son of Esrom {G2074}, which was the son of Phares {G5329}, which was the son of Juda {G2455},

of Amminadav, of Admin, of Arni, of Hetzron, of Peretz, of Y'hudah,

the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah,

the son of Amminadab, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah,

Commentary

Luke 3:33 is a specific entry within the extensive genealogy of Jesus Christ presented in the Gospel of Luke. This verse lists several ancestors, tracing the lineage backward from Aminadab to Aram, Esrom, Phares, and finally to Juda (Judah), a pivotal figure in Israel's history.

Context

Luke's genealogy, unlike Matthew's, traces Jesus's lineage backward from Joseph (considered His legal father) all the way to Adam and ultimately to God Himself (Luke 3:23-38). This comprehensive approach highlights Jesus's universal humanity, emphasizing His connection not just to the Jewish people but to all mankind as the "Son of Man." The names listed in this verse—Aminadab, Aram, Esrom, Phares, and Juda—are significant figures in the Old Testament, forming a direct line to the patriarch Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob (Israel), from whom the royal line of David and the Messiah was prophesied to emerge (Genesis 49:10).

Key Themes

  • Messianic Lineage: This verse underscores the meticulous record-keeping of Jesus's ancestry, affirming His legitimate claim to be the promised Messiah through the established Davidic and Abrahamic lines. The inclusion of Judah is particularly crucial, as the Messiah was prophesied to come from his tribe.
  • Historical Reliability: Luke's detailed genealogy demonstrates his commitment to historical accuracy and thorough research, grounding the narrative of Jesus's life in verifiable human history.
  • Divine Faithfulness: The long chain of generations listed in this genealogy, including those in Luke 3:33, serves as a testament to God's unwavering faithfulness in preserving a chosen line through which His ultimate plan of salvation would be realized. It shows God working through human history to fulfill His covenants and promises.
  • Humanity of Christ: By tracing Jesus's lineage through these human ancestors, Luke emphasizes Jesus's full identification with humanity, making Him relatable and accessible as the perfect mediator between God and man.

Linguistic Insights

The repetitive phrase "which was [the son] of" is a common stylistic feature of genealogies in the Greek New Testament. While the word "son" is often supplied in English translations for clarity, the Greek simply lists the names in a genitive case, indicating descent. There are no complex Greek terms in this specific verse that require deep linguistic analysis beyond this common structure.

Practical Application

The inclusion of such detailed genealogies in the Bible, including Luke 3:33, reminds us that God's plan unfolds through generations, often through seemingly ordinary individuals. It encourages us to:

  1. Trust God's Sovereignty: Even in long periods of history or seemingly insignificant lives, God is at work, orchestrating events to fulfill His ultimate purposes.
  2. Appreciate Our Heritage: Understanding our spiritual heritage, both individually and corporately as believers, provides context and strength for our faith journey.
  3. Recognize God's Promises: The fulfillment of ancient prophecies through Jesus's lineage reassures us that God's promises are true and will ultimately be realized, providing hope for the future kingdom of God (Revelation 21:4).

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Cross-References

  • Numbers 26:20 (2 votes)

    And the sons of Judah after their families were; of Shelah, the family of the Shelanites: of Pharez, the family of the Pharzites: of Zerah, the family of the Zarhites.

  • Numbers 26:21 (2 votes)

    And the sons of Pharez were; of Hezron, the family of the Hezronites: of Hamul, the family of the Hamulites.

  • Matthew 1:2 (2 votes)

    Abraham begat Isaac; and Isaac begat Jacob; and Jacob begat Judas and his brethren;

  • Matthew 1:4 (2 votes)

    And Aram begat Aminadab; and Aminadab begat Naasson; and Naasson begat Salmon;

  • Genesis 29:35 (2 votes)

    And she conceived again, and bare a son: and she said, Now will I praise the LORD: therefore she called his name Judah; and left bearing.

  • Genesis 38:29 (2 votes)

    And it came to pass, as he drew back his hand, that, behold, his brother came out: and she said, How hast thou broken forth? [this] breach [be] upon thee: therefore his name was called Pharez.

  • 1 Chronicles 2:9 (2 votes)

    The sons also of Hezron, that were born unto him; Jerahmeel, and Ram, and Chelubai.