1 Chronicles 8:14
Ahio, Shashak, Jeremoth,
Ahio,

Ahio (meaning “brotherly” or “his brother”) belonged to the household of Beriah, a leading Benjamite family connected with Aijalon and Israel’s defense against the Philistines. The name also appears in the account of the ark’s transport, though Scripture does not establish that the individuals were the same man.

1Ch 13:7 So they carried the ark of God from the house of Abinadab…
2Sa 6:3 They set the ark of God on a new cart and brought it…
2Sa 6:4 bringing with it the ark of God.…

Shashak,

Shashak stands among the sons of Beriah, preserving the record of a family through whom Benjamin continued after seasons of conflict and loss. Such names testify that God’s covenant purposes included ordinary households as well as Israel’s prominent leaders.

1Ch 7:6-12 The three sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael.…
Num 26:38-41 These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans:…
Gen 46:21 The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera,…

Jeremoth,

Jeremoth completes this portion of Beriah’s line, which continues through the following verses. The genealogy anchors Benjamin’s identity within Israel and affirms the Lord’s faithfulness to preserve the tribe from which Israel’s first king, Saul, would later arise.

Ezr 10:26 From the descendants of Elam: Mattaniah, Zechariah…
Ezr 10:27 From the descendants of Zattu: Elioenai, Eliashib…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ahio
A descendant of Benjamin, mentioned in the genealogies of the tribe. His name means "brotherly" or "fraternal," which may indicate a role of support or kinship within his family or tribe.

2. Shashak
Another descendant of Benjamin, listed among the genealogies. The meaning of his name is uncertain, but he is part of the lineage that contributes to the history and legacy of the tribe of Benjamin.

3. Jeremoth
Also a descendant of Benjamin, his name means "heights" or "elevations," possibly signifying a person of stature or importance within his family or community.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Genealogies
Genealogies in the Bible serve to connect individuals to the larger account of God's people. They remind us of our place in God's account and the importance of family and heritage.

Understanding Our Spiritual Heritage
Just as the Israelites valued their genealogies, Christians are encouraged to understand their spiritual heritage. This includes recognizing the legacy of faith passed down through generations.

The Role of Individuals in God's Plan
Each name in a genealogy represents a life that contributed to God's unfolding plan. We are reminded that every person has a role to play in God's kingdom, no matter how small it may seem.

Community and Kinship
The names Ahio, Shashak, and Jeremoth remind us of the importance of community and kinship. In the body of Christ, we are called to support and uplift one another as brothers and sisters in faith.

Legacy and Influence
Our actions and faith can leave a lasting legacy for future generations. We are encouraged to live in a way that honors God and influences others positively.
Bible Study Questions
1. How do the genealogies in 1 Chronicles help us understand the continuity of God's plan throughout history?

2. In what ways can understanding our spiritual heritage strengthen our faith and commitment to God?

3. How can we, like the individuals in the genealogies, contribute to God's plan in our own communities and families?

4. What are some practical ways we can support and encourage our spiritual family, reflecting the kinship seen in the tribe of Benjamin?

5. How can we ensure that our faith and actions leave a positive legacy for future generations, both within our families and in the broader community?
Connections to Other Scriptures
1 Chronicles 7:6-12
This passage provides additional context to the genealogies of the tribe of Benjamin, offering a broader understanding of the family lines and their significance in Israel's history.

Genesis 35:16-18
The birth of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob, sets the stage for the genealogies found in 1 Chronicles. Understanding Benjamin's origins helps to appreciate the significance of his descendants.

Judges 20:12-48
The tribe of Benjamin plays a significant role in the events of the Book of Judges, particularly in the conflict with the other tribes of Israel. This historical context can shed light on the importance of the genealogies.
Readings Between the Lines1 Chronicles 8:1-40
Readings Between the LinesW. Clarkson 1 Chronicles 8:1-40
GenealogiesJ.R. Thomson 1 Chronicles 1-9
People
Abdon, Abihud, Abinadab, Abishua, Abitub, Abner, Adaiah, Addar, Ader, Aharah, Ahaz, Ahiah, Ahihud, Ahijah, Ahio, Ahitub, Ahoah, Alemeth, Antothijah, Arad, Ashbel, Athaliah, Azel, Azmaveth, Azrikam, Baara, Beerah, Bela, Benjamin, Benjaminites, Beraiah, Beriah, Binea, Bocheru, Ebed, Eber, Eder, Ehud, Elam, Eleasah, Eliah, Eliel, Elienai, Elijah, Eliphelet, Elpaal, Eshbaal, Eshek, Gedor, Gera, Gibeon, Hanan, Hananiah, Heber, Hezeki, Hodesh, Huram, Hushim, Iphedeiah, Ishmael, Ishmerai, Ishpan, Ispah, Jakim, Jaresiah, Jehoadah, Jehush, Jeiel, Jeremoth, Jeroham, Jeush, Jeuz, Jezliah, Jobab, Joha, Jonathan, Kish, Maacah, Maachah, Malcham, Malchishua, Manahath, Melech, Meribbaal, Mesha, Meshullam, Micah, Michael, Mikloth, Mirma, Misham, Moabites, Moza, Naaman, Nadab, Ner, Nohah, Obadiah, Penuel, Pithon, Rapha, Saul, Shachia, Shaharaim, Shamer, Shamsherai, Shashak, Sheariah, Shehariah, Shema, Shemer, Shephuphan, Shimeah, Shimei, Shimhi, Shimrath, Tarea, Ulam, Uzza, Zabdi, Zacher, Zebadiah, Zechariah, Zibia, Zichri, Zilthai, Zimri, Zur
Places
Aijalon, Beth-shan, Gath, Geba, Gibeon, Jerusalem, Lod, Manahath, Moab, Ono
Topics
Ahio, Ahi'o, Brothers, Jeremoth, Jer'emoth, Shashak
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Chronicles 8:1-28

     7230   genealogies

1 Chronicles 8:1-40

     7266   tribes of Israel

Library
Sharon. Caphar Lodim. The Village of those of Lydda.
Between Lydda and the sea, a spacious valley runs out, here and there widely spreading itself, and sprinkled with villages. The holy page of the New Testament [Acts 9:35] calls it Saron: and that of the Old calls the whole, perhaps, or some part of it, 'the plain of Ono,' Nehemiah 6:2, 11:35; 1 Chronicles 8:12... The wine of Sharon is of great fame, with which they mixed two parts water: and remarkable is that they say concerning the houses of Sharon. R. Lazar saith, "He that builds a brick house
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica

The Bright Dawn of a Reign
'And it came to pass after this, that David enquired of the Lord, saying, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? And the Lord said unto him, Go up. And David said, Whither shall I go up? And He said, Unto Hebron. 2. So David went up thither, and his two wives also, Ahinoam the Jezreelitess, and Abigail, Nabal's wife, the Carmelite. 3. And his men that were with him did David bring up, every man with his household: and they dwelt in the cities of Hebron. 4. And the men of Judah came, and there
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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