And Ahaz begat Jehoadah; and Jehoadah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza,

1 CHRONICLES 8:36KJV
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1 Chronicles 8:36 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 8:36 mean?

1 Chronicles 8:36 lists part of a family genealogy, stating that Ahaz was the father of Jehoadah, Jehoadah was the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri, and Zimri was the father of Moza. This verse traces the line of descent within the tribe of Benjamin.

This verse is part of a larger section where the writer of 1 Chronicles is recording the descendants of Benjamin for the returned exiles. The focus is on preserving the names and family lines important to Israel’s identity and history, especially after the Babylonian exile. Each name represents a link in the chain of heritage and belonging for the people of Israel.

The Hebrew behind 1 Chronicles 8:36

  • The word "begat" (יָלַד, yalad) is used repeatedly, meaning "to father" or "to become the parent of." This word emphasizes the direct biological lineage being recorded.
  • The names listed—Ahaz (אָחָז, Achaz), Jehoadah (יְהוֹעָדָה, Yehoadah), Alemeth (עַלְמֶת, Alemeth), Azmaveth (עַזְמָוֶת, Azmaveth), Zimri (זִמְרִי, Zimri), and Moza (מוֹצָא, Moza)—are preserved in the Hebrew to maintain the historical and cultural identity of each family branch.

Why 1 Chronicles 8:36 matters

  • This verse helps clarify the continuity of the tribe of Benjamin by preserving specific family lines, which was important for land rights, leadership, and temple service after the exile.
  • The careful listing of names shows the Chronicler’s concern for accuracy and the value of every family, even those less prominent in Israel’s history.
  • By connecting these names, the verse ties individual families to the broader story of God’s people, reinforcing a sense of belonging and shared heritage.

Where else these words appear

“Alemeth” Hebrew H5964 · used in 4 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 6:60 And out of the tribe of Benjamin; Geba with her suburbs, and Alemeth with her suburbs, and Anathoth with her suburbs. All their cities throughout their families were thirteen cities.
  • 1 Chronicles 7:8 And the sons of Becher; Zemira, and Joash, and Eliezer, and Elioenai, and Omri, and Jerimoth, and Abiah, and Anathoth, and Alameth. All these are the sons of Becher.
  • 1 Chronicles 9:42 And Ahaz begat Jarah; and Jarah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza;

“Moza” Hebrew H4162 · used in 5 verses

  • 1 Chronicles 2:46 And Ephah, Caleb's concubine, bare Haran, and Moza, and Gazez: and Haran begat Gazez.
  • 1 Chronicles 8:37 And Moza begat Binea: Rapha was his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son:
  • 1 Chronicles 9:42 And Ahaz begat Jarah; and Jarah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza;

“Azmaveth” Hebrew H5820 · used in 8 verses

  • 2 Samuel 23:31 Abialbon the Arbathite, Azmaveth the Barhumite,
  • 1 Chronicles 11:33 Azmaveth the Baharumite, Eliahba the Shaalbonite,
  • 1 Chronicles 27:25 And over the king's treasures was Azmaveth the son of Adiel: and over the storehouses in the fields, in the cities, and in the villages, and in the castles, was Jehonathan the son of Uzziah:

“Zimri” Hebrew H2174 · used in 13 verses

  • Numbers 25:14 Now the name of the Israelite that was slain, even that was slain with the Midianitish woman, was Zimri, the son of Salu, a prince of a chief house among the Simeonites.
  • 1 Kings 16:15 In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines.
  • 2 Kings 9:31 And as Jehu entered in at the gate, she said, Had Zimri peace, who slew his master?