1 Chronicles, 5
A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.
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Bible version
Genealogy of the Tribes of Israel
Commentary
1 Chronicles 5 is a chapter that focuses on the genealogy of the tribe of Reuben, the firstborn son of Jacob. It begins by recounting the names of the sons of Reuben, and then goes on to list the names of the clans and their leaders. This chapter is important because it serves as a reminder of the importance of the tribe of Reuben in the history of Israel. The chapter then goes on to describe the military exploits of the Reubenites. It is noted that they were able to conquer the Hagrites and the Jeturites, and that they were able to take possession of the land of Gilead. This is significant because it shows that the Reubenites were a powerful and influential tribe in the region. The chapter then goes on to describe the allotment of the land to the Reubenites. It is noted that the land was divided among the clans, and that each clan was given a portion of the land. This is significant because it shows that the Reubenites were able to maintain their tribal identity even after they had been dispersed throughout the region. Finally, the chapter ends with a reminder that the Reubenites were faithful to God. This is significant because it shows that the Reubenites were a people who were devoted to God and His commands. This is an important reminder for all of us today, as we strive to remain faithful to God in our own lives.
Meet the heroes of 1 Chronicles, 5
![God](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/God.webp)
![Israel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Israel.webp)
![Judah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Judah.webp)
![Saul](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Saul.webp)
![Joseph](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Joseph.webp)
![Jeremiah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jeremiah.webp)
![Manasseh](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Manasseh.webp)
![Assyria](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Assyria.webp)
![Gilead](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Gilead.webp)
![Gad](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Gad.webp)
![Joel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Joel.webp)
![Reuben](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Reuben.webp)
![Shem](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Shem.webp)
![Bashan](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Bashan.webp)
![Shema](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Shema.webp)
![Sheba](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Sheba.webp)
![Shemaiah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Shemaiah.webp)
![Zechariah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Zechariah.webp)
![Micah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Micah.webp)
![Jotham](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jotham.webp)
![Hezron](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hezron.webp)
![Gadi](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Gadi.webp)
![Hagar](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hagar.webp)
![Bela](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Bela.webp)
![Heber](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Heber.webp)
![Michael](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Michael.webp)
![Hermon](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hermon.webp)
![Jeiel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jeiel.webp)
![Eliel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Eliel.webp)
![Carmi](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Carmi.webp)
![Ishi](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Ishi.webp)
![Sharon](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Sharon.webp)
![Abiha](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abiha.webp)
![Abihail](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abihail.webp)
![Hanoch](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hanoch.webp)
![Hala](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hala.webp)
![Abdi](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abdi.webp)
![Hoda](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Hoda.webp)
![Azriel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Azriel.webp)
![Halah](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Halah.webp)
![Nephi](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Nephi.webp)
![Abdiel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Abdiel.webp)
![Jaanai](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jaanai.webp)
![Jahdiel](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jahdiel.webp)
![Jaro](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Jaro.webp)
![Buz](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Buz.webp)
![Eli](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Eli.webp)
![Reu](https://biblepics-bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/images/figures/Reu.webp)
FAQ
Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the 1 Chronicles, chapter 5 it would take approximately 3 minutes to finish.
There are 26 verses in 1 Chronicles, chapter 5.