1 Chronicles 1:50
“And when Baal-hanan was dead, Hadad reigned in his stead: and the name of his city was Pai; and his wife’s name was Mehetabel, the daughter of Matred, the daughter of Mezahab.”

What does 1 Chronicles 1:50 mean?
1 Chronicles 1:50 (KJV) reads: "These are the sons of Caleb the son of Hur, the firstborn of Ephratah; Shobal the father of Kirjathjearim." This verse is part of a genealogy presented in 1 Chronicles chapter 1, which traces the lineage of the descendants of Adam through Noah all…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Legacy of Names: Lessons from 1 Chronicles 1:50
In the midst of genealogies and lists of names in the Bible, particularly in the Book of Chronicles, it can be easy to overlook the significance of a single verse. One such verse is found in 1 Chronicles 1:50 (KJV): "And when Baal-hanan was dead, Hadad reigned in his stead: and…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Leadership and Legacy: Reflecting on 1 Chronicles 1:50
O Sovereign Lord, the Almighty God, I come before You with reverence and humility, acknowledging Your sovereignty and authority over all things. In this moment, I reflect upon the words of sacred Scripture, specifically 1 Chronicles 1:50, which states, "And when Baal-hanan was…
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