King James Version
What Does 1 Chronicles 4:26 Mean?
“And the sons of Mishma; Hamuel his son, Zacchur his son, Shimei his son.”
Context
24
The sons of Simeon were, Nemuel, and Jamin, Jarib, Zerah, and Shaul: Nemuel: or, Jemuel Jarib, Zerah: or, Jachin Zohar
25
Shallum his son, Mibsam his son, Mishma his son.
26
And the sons of Mishma; Hamuel his son, Zacchur his son, Shimei his son.
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And Shimei had sixteen sons and six daughters; but his brethren had not many children, neither did all their family multiply, like to the children of Judah. like: Heb. unto
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And they dwelt at Beersheba, and Moladah, and Hazarshual,
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**4. the living God--**"The living God" is a most significant expression taken in connection with the senseless deities that Rab-shakeh boasted were unable to resist his master's victorious arms.
2Ki 19:6, 7. Comforted by Isaiah.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
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 4:26 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.