King James Version

What Does 1 Chronicles 1:10 Mean?

And Cush begat Nimrod: he began to be mighty upon the earth.

Context

8

The sons of Ham; Cush, and Mizraim, Put, and Canaan.

9

And the sons of Cush; Seba, and Havilah, and Sabta, and Raamah, and Sabtecha. And the sons of Raamah; Sheba, and Dedan.

10

And Cush begat Nimrod: he began to be mighty upon the earth.

11

And Mizraim begat Ludim, and Anamim, and Lehabim, and Naphtuhim,

12

And Pathrusim, and Casluhim, (of whom came the Philistines,) and Caphthorim.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of 1 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

1 Chronicles 1:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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