New International Version These are the sons of Ham by their clans and languages, in their territories and nations. New Living Translation These were the descendants of Ham, identified by clan, language, territory, and national identity. English Standard Version These are the sons of Ham, by their clans, their languages, their lands, and their nations. Berean Standard Bible These are the sons of Ham according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations. Berean Literal Bible These are the sons of Ham, according to their clans, according to their languages, in their lands, in their nations. King James Bible These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their countries, and in their nations. New King James Version These were the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, in their lands and in their nations. New American Standard Bible These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, and by their nations. NASB 1995 These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations. NASB 1977 These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations. Legacy Standard Bible These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their tongues, by their lands, by their nations. Amplified Bible These are the descendants of Ham according to their constituent groups, according to their languages, by their lands, and by their nations. Berean Annotated Bible These are the sons of Ham (hot) according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations. Christian Standard Bible These are Ham’s sons by their clans, according to their languages, in their lands and their nations. Holman Christian Standard Bible These are Ham’s sons, by their clans, according to their languages, in their own lands and their nations. American Standard Version These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their lands, in their nations. English Revised Version These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their lands, in their nations. GOD'S WORD® Translation These were Ham's descendants by families and languages within their countries and nations. Good News Translation These are the descendants of Ham, living in their different tribes and countries, each group speaking its own language. International Standard Version These are Ham's descendants, listed by their families, each with their own lands, language, and family groups. NET Bible These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, and by their nations. New Heart English Bible These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their languages, in their lands, in their nations. Webster's Bible Translation These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their countries, and in their nations. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThese are the sons of Ham according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations. World English Bible These are the sons of Ham, after their families, according to their languages, in their lands and their nations. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThese [are] sons of Ham, by their families, by their tongues, in their lands, in their nations. Berean Literal Bible These are the sons of Ham, according to their clans, according to their languages, in their lands, in their nations. Young's Literal Translation These are sons of Ham, by their families, by their tongues, in their lands, in their nations. Smith's Literal Translation These the sons of Hain according to their families, according to their tongues, in their lands, in their nations. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThese are the children of Cham in their kindreds, and tongues, and generations, and lands, and nations. Catholic Public Domain Version These are the sons of Ham in their kindred, and tongues, and generations, and lands, and nations. New American Bible These are the descendants of Ham, according to their clans, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations. New Revised Standard Version These are the descendants of Ham, by their families, their languages, their lands, and their nations. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThese are the sons of Ham, after their families and their languages, in their lands and in their nations. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated These are the sons of Kham with their families with their languages, in their lands, in their nations. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their lands, in their nations. Brenton Septuagint Translation There were the sons of Cham in their tribes according to their tongues, in their countries, and in their nations. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Hamites…19and the borders of Canaan extended from Sidon toward Gerar as far as Gaza, and then toward Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, and Zeboiim, as far as Lasha. 20These are the sons of Ham according to their clans, languages, lands, and nations. Cross References These are the sons of Ham 1 Chronicles 1:8 The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. Psalm 105:23 Then Israel entered Egypt; Jacob dwelt in the land of Ham. Psalm 78:51 He struck all the firstborn of Egypt, the virility in the tents of Ham. according to their clans, Numbers 1:18 and on the first day of the second month they assembled the whole congregation and recorded their ancestry by clans and families, counting one by one the names of those twenty years of age or older, Numbers 26:2 “Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by the houses of their fathers—all those twenty years of age or older who can serve in the army of Israel.” Joshua 7:14 In the morning you must present yourselves tribe by tribe. The tribe that the LORD selects shall come forward clan by clan, and the clan that the LORD selects shall come forward family by family, and the family that the LORD selects shall come forward man by man. languages, Genesis 11:1 Now the whole world had one language and a common form of speech. Acts 2:6 And when this sound rang out, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking his own language. Daniel 3:4 Then the herald loudly proclaimed, “O people of every nation and language, this is what you are commanded: lands, Psalm 105:44 He gave them the lands of the nations, that they might inherit the fruit of others’ labor, Deuteronomy 32:8 When the Most High gave the nations their inheritance, when He divided the sons of man, He set the boundaries of the peoples according to the number of the sons of God. Acts 17:26 From one man He made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and He determined their appointed times and the boundaries of their lands. and nations. Matthew 28:19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Psalm 67:4 Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, for You judge the peoples justly and lead the nations of the earth. Selah Isaiah 2:2 In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. Revelation 7:9 After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. Treasury of Scripture These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their countries, and in their nations. Genesis 10:6 And the sons of Ham; Cush, and Mizraim, and Phut, and Canaan. Genesis 11:1-9 And the whole earth was of one language, and of one speech… Jump to Previous Clans Countries Different Families Ham Languages Nations Offspring Territories TonguesJump to Next Clans Countries Different Families Ham Languages Nations Offspring Territories TonguesGenesis 10 1. The generations of Noah.2. Japheth. 6. Ham. 8. Nimrod becomes the first monarch; the descendants of Canaan. 21. The sons of Shem. These are the sons of Ham Ham’s line included Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan, whose descendants settled in Africa and the Near East. Mizraim became associated with Egypt, while Canaan’s descendants occupied the land later promised to Israel. 1Ch 1:8 The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. according to their clans, Each family developed through recognizable lines of descent, preserving the identity of its ancestral household as populations increased. Num 1:18 and on the first day of the second month… languages, The peoples descended from Ham came to speak distinct languages, reflecting the division of humanity after Babel and the spread of nations across the earth. Gen 11:1 Now the whole world had one language and a common form… lands, Their settlements extended through Egypt, parts of North Africa, and Canaan, regions that would repeatedly shape Israel’s history. Psa 105:44 He gave them the lands of the nations… and nations. These family groups became established nations with their own rulers, customs, and worship. Egypt and Canaan in particular became central settings in Israel’s bondage, deliverance, conquest, and later conflicts. Mat 28:19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations,… Persons / Places / Events 1. HamOne of Noah's three sons, Ham is the father of several nations. His descendants are traditionally associated with Africa and parts of the Middle East. 2. Clans Refers to the extended family groups that descended from Ham. These clans formed the basis of the nations that emerged from his lineage. 3. Languages Indicates the diversity of languages that developed among the descendants of Ham, which is significant in the context of the Tower of Babel account in Genesis 11. 4. Lands The geographical regions inhabited by the descendants of Ham, which include parts of Africa and the Middle East. 5. Nations The political and social entities that arose from the clans of Ham, highlighting the spread and influence of his descendants. Teaching Points Diversity in UnityThe descendants of Ham illustrate the diversity of humanity. Despite differences in language and culture, all people are part of God's creation and plan. God's Sovereignty The division into clans, languages, lands, and nations demonstrates God's control over human history and geography. He orchestrates the rise and fall of nations according to His purposes. The Importance of Heritage Understanding our spiritual and physical heritage can help us appreciate our place in God's plan. The genealogies in Genesis remind us of the interconnectedness of all people. Consequences of Actions The account of Ham and his descendants serves as a reminder that our actions can have long-lasting effects on future generations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 10:20?2. How does Genesis 10:20 illustrate the fulfillment of God's promise to Noah's sons? 3. What can we learn about cultural diversity from Genesis 10:20? 4. How does Genesis 10:20 connect to the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19? 5. How can understanding Genesis 10:20 help us appreciate different cultures today? 6. What role does "clans and languages" play in God's plan for humanity? 7. How does Genesis 10:20 support the idea of distinct nations and languages? 8. What historical evidence exists for the nations listed in Genesis 10:20? 9. How does Genesis 10:20 relate to the Tower of Babel narrative? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 10? Verse 20. - These are the sons of Ham, after their families, after their tongues, in their countries, and in their nations (vide ver. 5). Genesis 10:20 tells us that Ham’s descendants were real families who developed distinct tongues, occupied defined territories, and became recognized nations. By cataloging them, God displays His sovereign rule over human history, setting the stage for Israel, the Messiah, and the ultimate gathering of every nation under Christ’s lordship. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew These [are]אֵ֣לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those the sons בְנֵי־ (ḇə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Ham חָ֔ם (ḥām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2526: Ham -- a son of Noah, also his descendants, also a name for Egyptians according to their clans, לְמִשְׁפְּחֹתָ֖ם (lə·miš·pə·ḥō·ṯām) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people languages, לִלְשֹֽׁנֹתָ֑ם (lil·šō·nō·ṯām) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3956: The tongue lands, בְּאַרְצֹתָ֖ם (bə·’ar·ṣō·ṯām) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 776: Earth, land and nations. בְּגוֹיֵהֶֽם׃ (bə·ḡō·w·yê·hem) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts Additonal Resources Genesis 10:20 Blue Letter BibleGenesis 10:20 Bible Gateway Genesis 10:20 Bible.com Genesis 10:20 NIV |
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