And Iphedeiah, and Penuel, the sons of Shashak;

1 CHRONICLES 8:25KJV
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1 Chronicles 8:25 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 8:25 mean?

1 Chronicles 8:25 lists two men, Iphedeiah and Penuel, as sons of Shashak. This verse is part of a genealogical record, simply naming descendants within the tribe of Benjamin.

The book of 1 Chronicles was written to document the family lines of Israel, especially after the exile. In this section, the writer is listing the descendants of Benjamin for the returned community. The verse does not tell a story or give instructions; it serves to record family connections and preserve the history of these individuals within their tribe.

Where else these words appear

“Shashak” Hebrew H8349 · used in 2 verses

“Penuel” Hebrew H6439 · used in 8 verses

  • Genesis 32:30 And Jacob called the name of the place Peniel: for I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved.
  • Judges 8:8 And he went up thence to Penuel, and spake unto them likewise: and the men of Penuel answered him as the men of Succoth had answered him.
  • Judges 8:17 And he beat down the tower of Penuel, and slew the men of the city.