Eliud became the father of Eleazar. Eleazar became the father of Matthan. Matthan became the father of Jacob.
Parallel translations
- KJV And Eliud begat Eleazar; and Eleazar begat Matthan; and Matthan begat Jacob;
- BSB Eliud was the father of Eleazar, Eleazar the father of Matthan, Matthan the father of Jacob,
- NKJV Eliud begot Eleazar, Eleazar begot Matthan, and Matthan begot Jacob.
- NASB Eliud fathered Eleazar, Eleazar fathered Matthan, and Matthan fathered Jacob.
- NLT Eliud was the father of Eleazar. Eleazar was the father of Matthan. Matthan was the father of Jacob.
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Quick answer
The genealogy nears its end through Eleazar, Matthan, and Jacob. It draws close to the time of fulfillment.
Overview
These final pre-Joseph generations bring the long line to the threshold of the New Testament era. The faithful preservation of the family over many centuries highlights that the coming of Christ was no accident but the climax of God's plan. The stage is set for the birth of the Messiah.
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