Also to his son Shemaiah were born sons who ruled over their families because they were strong, capable men.
Parallel translations
- WEB Sons were also born to Shemaiah his son, who ruled over the house of their father; for they were mighty men of valor.
- KJV Also unto Shemaiah his son were sons born, that ruled throughout the house of their father: for they were mighty men of valour.
- NKJV Also to Shemaiah his son were sons born who governed their fathers’ houses, because they were men of great ability.
- NASB Also to his son Shemaiah sons were born who ruled over the house of their father, for they were valiant mighty men.
- NLT Obed-edom’s son Shemaiah had sons with great ability who earned positions of great authority in the clan.
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Quick answer
Sons were also born to Shemaiah, Obed-Edom's son, who ruled his father's house because they were mighty men of valor. The blessing continues into a third generation of capable leaders.
Overview
Shemaiah's family produced strong, capable men who led their household, extending God's blessing on Obed-Edom to another generation. The phrase mighty men of valor, often used of warriors, here describes their strength and fitness for demanding temple duty. This shows that God's blessing on the faithful can ripple through generations, equipping descendants for meaningful service in His house.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 8
- 2 Tim 2:3Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.
- 2 Sam 2:7Now then, be strong and courageous, for though Saul your lord is dead, the house of Judah has anointed me as their king.”
- 1 Tim 6:12Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession before many witnesses.
- Judg 6:12And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.”
- Neh 11:14and his associates—128 mighty men of valor. Zabdiel son of Haggedolim was their overseer.
- 2 Chr 26:17Then Azariah the priest, along with eighty brave priests of the LORD, went in after him.
- 1 Chr 12:28and Zadok, a mighty young man of valor, with 22 commanders from his own family.
- 1 Chr 26:8All these were descendants of Obed-edom; they and their sons and brothers were capable men with strength to do the work—62 in all from Obed-edom.
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