1 Chronicles 7:19
1 Chronicles 7:19 Meaning and Explanation
“And the sons of Shemidah were, Ahian, and Shechem, and Likhi, and Aniam.”
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Read Full Chapter →The four sons of Shemidah, another clan of Manasseh, are listed.
What Does 1 Chronicles 7:19 Mean?
The chronicler names the sons of Shemidah, whose clan was one of the recognized families of Manasseh apportioned land in the inheritance. Names like Shechem tie the family to well-known places in the territory of Joseph.
The binding of households to the land kept alive the memory that the inheritance was God's gift, not merely won but given. Each clan held its portion as a trust from the Lord. In honoring these families, Scripture honors the faithfulness of the God who keeps His promises of place and provision to His people.
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What does 1 Chronicles 7:19 mean?
The four sons of Shemidah, another clan of Manasseh, are listed.