1 Chronicles 5:8

“And Bela the son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel, who dwelt in Aroer, even unto Nebo and Baal-meon:”

"And Bela the son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel, who dwelt in Aroer, even unto Nebo and Baal-meon:" - 1 Chronicles 5:8
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What does 1 Chronicles 5:8 mean?

1 Chronicles 5:8 (KJV) - "And Bela the son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel, who dwelt in Aroer, even unto Nebo and Baalmeon:" The book of 1 Chronicles is an important historical text in the Bible, tracing the genealogy of the Israelites from Adam to the time of King…

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The Legacy of Bela: A Divine Inheritance

As we navigate through the genealogies in the Old Testament, particularly in 1 Chronicles, we often find ourselves overwhelmed by long lists of names and places that seem disconnected from our modern lives. However, buried within these genealogical accounts are profound truths…

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A Prayer for Generational Legacy and Faithfulness

Heavenly Father, As I come before You with a heart full of reverence, I am reminded of the lineage and the stories encapsulated within Your Holy Word. I turn my thoughts to 1 Chronicles 5:8, which speaks of Bela, the son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel, who dwelt in…

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