44 Shema was the father of Raham, and Raham the father of Jorkeam. Rekem was the father of Shammai.

Other Translations of 1 Chronicles 2:44

King James Version

44 And Shema begat Raham, the father of Jorkoam: and Rekem begat Shammai.

English Standard Version

44 Shema fathered Raham, the father of Jorkeam; and Rekem fathered Shammai.

The Message

44 Shema had Raham the father of Jorkeam; Rekem had Shammai.

New King James Version

44 Shema begot Raham the father of Jorkoam, and Rekem begot Shammai.

New Living Translation

44 Shema was the father of Raham. Raham was the father of Jorkeam. Rekem was the father of Shammai.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 2:44

Chapter Contents

Genealogies.

We are now come to the register of the children of Israel, that distinguished people, who were to dwell alone, and not be reckoned among the nations. But now, in Christ, all are welcome to his salvation who come to him; all have equal privileges according to their faith in him, their love and devotedness to him. All that is truly valuable consists in the favour, peace, and image of God, and a life spent to his glory, in promoting the welfare of our fellow-creatures.