1 Chronicles 1:17

“The sons of Shem; Elam, and Asshur, and Arphaxad, and Lud, and Aram, and Uz, and Hul, and Gether, and Meshech.”

"The sons of Shem; Elam, and Asshur, and Arphaxad, and Lud, and Aram, and Uz, and Hul, and Gether, and Meshech." - 1 Chronicles 1:17
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What does 1 Chronicles 1:17 mean?

1 Chronicles 1:17 (KJV) says, "The sons of Shem; Elam, and Asshur, and Arphaxad, and Lud, and Aram, and Uz, and Hul, and Gether, and Meshech." This verse is part of a genealogy listed in the book of 1 Chronicles, which is a detailed account of the history of Israel from Adam to…

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The Legacy of Shem: A Journey Through Our Spiritual Heritage

The genealogies found in the Bible, particularly in the books of Chronicles, often appear to the casual reader as mere lists of names with little relevance to contemporary faith. However, as we delve into 1 Chronicles 1:17, "The sons of Shem; Elam, and Asshur, and Arphaxad, and…

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A Prayer for Generational Blessings and Legacy

Heavenly Father, We come before You in humble adoration, thankful for the richness of Your Word and the depth of Your wisdom. As we reflect on the lineage described in 1 Chronicles 1:17, we acknowledge the intricate tapestry of relationships, heritage, and divine purpose that…

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1 Chronicles 1:17 - "¶ The sons of Shem; Elam, and Asshur, and Arphaxad, and Lud, and Aram, and Uz, and Hul, and Gether, and Meshech."
1 Chronicles 1:7 - "And the sons of Javan; Elishah, and Tarshish, Kittim, and Dodanim."
"And the sons of Javan; Elishah, and Tarshish, Kittim, and Dodanim." - 1 Chronicles 1:7
1 Chronicles 8:17 - "And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber,"
1 Chronicles 6:17 - "And these be the names of the sons of Gershom; Libni, and Shimei."
1 Chronicles 27:17 - "Of the Levites, Hashabiah the son of Kemuel: of the Aaronites, Zadok:"
1 Chronicles 3:17 - "¶ And the sons of Jeconiah; Assir, Salathiel his son,"
1 Chronicles 24:17 - "The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,"
1 Chronicles 2:17 - "And Abigail bare Amasa: and the father of Amasa was Jether the Ishmeelite."
1 Chronicles 16:17 - "And hath confirmed the same to Jacob for a law, and to Israel for an everlasting covenant,"
1 Chronicles 25:17 - "The tenth to Shimei, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:"
1 Chronicles 9:17 - "And the porters were, Shallum, and Akkub, and Talmon, and Ahiman, and their brethren: Shallum was the chief;"
1 Chronicles 17:3 - "¶ And it came to pass the same night, that the word of God came to Nathan, saying,"
1 Chronicles 17:2 - "Then Nathan said unto David, Do all that is in thine heart; for God is with thee."
1 Chronicles 17:12 - "He shall build me an house, and I will stablish his throne for ever."
2 Chronicles 17:1 - "And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel."
1 Chronicles 7:17 - "And the sons of Ulam; Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh."
1 Chronicles 22:17 - "¶ David also commanded all the princes of Israel to help Solomon his son, saying,"
1 Chronicles 17:26 - "And now, LORD, thou art God, and hast promised this goodness unto thy servant:"
"And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber," - 1 Chronicles 8:17
1 Chronicles 5:17 - "All these were reckoned by genealogies in the days of Jotham king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam king of Israel."
1 Chronicles 17:15 - "According to all these words, and according to all this vision, so did Nathan speak unto David."
1 Chronicles 18:17 - "And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and the sons of David were chief about the king."
1 Chronicles 17:1 - "Now it came to pass, as David sat in his house, that David said to Nathan the prophet, Lo, I dwell in an house of cedars, but the ark of the covenant of the LORD remaineth under curtains."
1 Chronicles 14:17 - "And the fame of David went out into all lands; and the LORD brought the fear of him upon all nations."
1 Chronicles 17:14 - "But I will settle him in mine house and in my kingdom for ever: and his throne shall be established for evermore."
1 Chronicles 17:18 - "What can David speak more to thee for the honour of thy servant? for thou knowest thy servant."
1 Chronicles 17:4 - "Go and tell David my servant, Thus saith the LORD, Thou shalt not build me an house to dwell in:"
1 Chronicles 11:17 - "And David longed, and said, Oh that one would give me drink of the water of the well of Beth-lehem, that is at the gate!"