1 Chronicles 8:21
1 Chronicles 8:21 Meaning and Explanation
“And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimhi;”
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Read Full Chapter →The household of Shimhi closes with Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath.
What Does 1 Chronicles 8:21 Mean?
This verse completes the descendants of Shimhi. The chronicler signs off each branch with the phrase 'the sons of' before turning to the next leader's line.
Adaiah means 'adorned by the LORD,' and Beraiah, 'the LORD has created.' These names confess that God both makes and beautifies His people. Our worth is not self-made; it is given by the One who formed us and adorns us with His own favor.
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What does 1 Chronicles 8:21 mean?
The household of Shimhi closes with Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath.