King James Version
What Does Genesis 22:22 Mean?
“And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.”
Context
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And it came to pass after these things, that it was told Abraham, saying, Behold, Milcah, she hath also born children unto thy brother Nahor;
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Huz his firstborn, and Buz his brother, and Kemuel the father of Aram,
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And Chesed, and Hazo, and Pildash, and Jidlaph, and Bethuel.
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And Bethuel begat Rebekah: these eight Milcah did bear to Nahor, Abraham's brother. Rebekah: Gr. Rebecca
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And his concubine, whose name was Reumah, she bare also Tebah, and Gaham, and Thahash, and Maachah.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(22) **Chesed.**—He was not the ancestor of the ancient Chasdim or Chaldees, but possibly of the small tribe of robbers with the same name who plundered Job (Job 1:17). Of the rest, no trace remains in history.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Genesis. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Genesis 22:22 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.