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The sons of Eshek his brother: Ulam his firstborn, Jeush the second, and Eliphelet the third.

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Clarifying the Family Tree

Commentators clarify that Eshek, whose sons are listed here, was the brother of Azel from the previous verse. Both were descendants of King Saul. This small detail helps the reader follow the specific family line being presented by the Chronicler, showing the careful preservation of the genealogy of Benjamin's tribe.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 8:39

19th Century

Bishop

Eshek his brother —that is, the brother of Azel, and son of Eleasah (1 Chronicles 8:37). The elder line is first devel…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 8:39

17th Century

Pastor

And the sons of Eshek his brother
The brother of Azel; who he was is not known, unless he is the same with Elasah, a…