1 Chronicles 8:17
1 Chronicles 8:17 Meaning and Explanation
“And Zebadiah, and Meshullam, and Hezeki, and Heber,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The sons of Elpaal are listed, beginning with Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hezeki, and Heber.
What Does 1 Chronicles 8:17 Mean?
The chronicler resumes the line of Elpaal, naming a new set of his descendants. The house of Elpaal proves wide, branching into many families within Benjamin.
Among them, Meshullam means 'friend' or 'one made whole,' a hint of the peace and belonging a name could carry. The longing for wholeness runs deep in every heart, and it finds its rest at last in the One who reconciles His people and makes them whole.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1 Chronicles 8:17
What does 1 Chronicles 8:17 mean?
The sons of Elpaal are listed, beginning with Zebadiah, Meshullam, Hezeki, and Heber.