Mephibosheth had a young son whose name was Micha. And all who dwelt in the house of Ziba were servants of Mephibosheth.
Parallel translations
- WEB Mephibosheth had a young son, whose name was Mica. All that lived in Ziba’s house were servants to Mephibosheth.
- KJV And Mephibosheth had a young son, whose name was Micha. And all that dwelt in the house of Ziba were servants unto Mephibosheth.
- BSB And Mephibosheth had a young son named Mica, and all who dwelt in the house of Ziba were servants of Mephibosheth.
- NASB Mephibosheth had a young son whose name was Mica. And all who lived in the house of Ziba were servants to Mephibosheth.
- NLT Mephibosheth had a young son named Mica. From then on, all the members of Ziba’s household were Mephibosheth’s servants.
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Quick answer
Mephibosheth has a young son, Mica, and Ziba's household serves him. The line of Jonathan continues and is provided for.
Overview
The mention of Mica shows that Jonathan's line survives, preserving the covenant David made with his friend. The household of Ziba is now wholly devoted to serving Mephibosheth's estate. The narrative quietly affirms that David's kindness secures not only Mephibosheth but his descendants.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- 1 Chr 8:34–40The son of Jonathan was Merib Baal. Merib Baal became the father of Micah.
- 1 Chr 8:8Shaharaim became the father of children in the field of Moab, after he had sent them away. Hushim and Baara were his wives.
- 1 Chr 9:40–44The son of Jonathan was Merib Baal. Merib Baal became the father of Micah.
- Mic 7:5–6Don’t trust in a neighbor. Don’t put confidence in a friend. With the woman lying in your embrace, be careful of the words of your mouth!
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