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A Scholarly Disagreement
Commentators disagree on the parentage of the men listed in this verse. One scholar states they were sons of Elpaal (from verse 12), while another argues that Shashak and Jeremoth were sons of Beriah (from verse 13). This difference highlights the complexities scholars face when reconstructing ancient family lines from these lists.
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 8:14–16
19th Century
Bishop
Apparently, there were nine sons of Beriah. However, several points should be considered:
- In 1 Chronicles 8:14, the Septua…
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 8:14
17th Century
Pastor
And Ahio, Shashak, and Jerimoth.
] These were also sons of Elpaal.