1 Chronicles 1:23
1 Chronicles 1:23 Meaning and Explanation
“And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab. All these were the sons of Joktan.”
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Read Full Chapter →The line of Joktan closes with Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab.
What Does 1 Chronicles 1:23 Mean?
Joktan's descendants end with Ophir, a name later famous for its gold, along with Havilah and Jobab. With the closing words, all these were the sons of Joktan, the writer rounds off this branch of Shem and prepares to return to the chosen line.
The mention of Ophir hints at riches that would one day adorn Solomon's temple, treasures drawn from distant lands. Even the wealth of far-off peoples is woven into God's larger purpose. Having honored this branch with a full accounting, the chronicle now turns back toward Abraham.
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What does 1 Chronicles 1:23 mean?
The line of Joktan closes with Ophir, Havilah, and Jobab.