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A Link to Bethlehem
Commentators explain that the name of Caleb's new wife, Ephrath, is significant. It is another form of Ephratah, the ancient name for the town of Bethlehem. This connects Caleb's lineage directly to the future birthplace of King David and, ultimately, the Messiah.
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1 Chronicles
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 2:9–41
19th Century
Bishop
The Hezronites, who were sons of Pharez (1 Chronicles 2:5), and their three lines of descent: Jerahmeel, Ram, and Chelubai.
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 2:19
17th Century
Pastor
And when Azubah was dead, Caleb took unto him Ephrath
The Targum is, "Miriam, who was called Ephrath"; but, accordin…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 2:1–55
17th Century
Minister
We have now come to the register of the children of Israel, that distinguished people, who were to dwell alone, and not be reckoned among the natio…