1 Chronicles 3
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1Now these were the sons of David, who were born to him in Hebron: the firstborn, Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jezreelitess; the second, Daniel, of Abigail the Carmelitess; 2the third, Absalom the son of Maacah the daughter of Talmai king of Geshur; the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith; 3the fifth, Shephatiah of Abital; the sixth, Ithream by Eglah his wife: 4six were born to him in Hebron; and he reigned there seven years and six months. He reigned thirty-three years in Jerusalem; 5and these were born to him in Jerusalem: Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon, four, of Bathshua the daughter of Ammiel; 6and Ibhar, Elishama, Eliphelet, 7Nogah, Nepheg, Japhia, 8Elishama, Eliada, and Eliphelet, nine. 9All these were the sons of David, besides the sons of the concubines; and Tamar was their sister. 10Solomon’s son was Rehoboam, Abijah his son, Asa his son, Jehoshaphat his son, 11Joram his son, Ahaziah his son, Joash his son, 12Amaziah his son, Azariah his son, Jotham his son, 13Ahaz his son, Hezekiah his son, Manasseh his son, 14Amon his son, and Josiah his son. 15The sons of Josiah: the firstborn Johanan, the second Jehoiakim, the third Zedekiah, and the fourth Shallum. 16The sons of Jehoiakim: Jeconiah his son, and Zedekiah his son. 17The sons of Jeconiah, the captive: Shealtiel his son, 18Malchiram, Pedaiah, Shenazzar, Jekamiah, Hoshama, and Nedabiah. 19The sons of Pedaiah: Zerubbabel and Shimei. The sons of Zerubbabel: Meshullam and Hananiah; and Shelomith was their sister; 20and Hashubah, Ohel, Berechiah, Hasadiah, and Jushab Hesed, five. 21The sons of Hananiah: Pelatiah and Jeshaiah; the sons of Rephaiah, the sons of Arnan, the sons of Obadiah, the sons of Shecaniah. 22The son of Shecaniah: Shemaiah. The sons of Shemaiah: Hattush, Igal, Bariah, Neariah, and Shaphat, six. 23The sons of Neariah: Elioenai, Hizkiah, and Azrikam, three. 24The sons of Elioenai: Hodaviah, Eliashib, Pelaiah, Akkub, Johanan, Delaiah, and Anani, seven.
World English Bible (public domain)
“And these were the sons of David who were born to him in Hebron: the firstborn was Amnon, of Ahinoam the Jezreelite; the second, Daniel, of Abigail the Carmelite;”
1 Chronicles 3:1
Summary
1 Chronicles chapter 3 presents a genealogical record, tracing the lineage of King David through his sons. The chapter opens with a listing of David's children born in Hebron, emphasizing the establishment of his royal line. It details the names of his sons, including Amnon, Absalom, and Solomon, highlighting the importance of Solomon as the chosen successor. The latter part of the chapter continues with a genealogy that outlines the descendants of David through Solomon and other sons, connecting them to the overall promise of a lasting dynasty. This careful documentation underscores the significance of lineage in biblical history and God's faithfulness to His covenant promises. Key themes in this chapter include the importance of heritage and royal lineage, illustrating how God secures His covenant through generations. The chapter also emphasizes the divine choice in leadership, as seen in Solomon's selection over others. The genealogical record serves not only as a historical account but as a reminder of God's sovereignty in guiding the course of Israel's history, particularly through the line of David, ultimately leading to messianic fulfillment. The accurate recording of names reflects the deep connection between God's faithfulness and human history, reminding readers that every individual story contributes to the larger narrative of God's redemptive plan.
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