Now there was a man of Benjamin, whose name was Kish, the son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Bechorath, the son of Aphiah, a Benjamite, a mighty man of power.
There was a man from the tribe of Benjamin named Kish. He was the son of Abiel, grandson of Zeror, great-grandson of Bechorath, and great-great-grandson of Aphiah, all from the tribe of Benjamin. Kish was a strong and influential man.
This verse introduces Kish, a powerful and respected man from the tribe of Benjamin, who would become the father of Israel's first king, Saul.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel, this verse introduces Kish as a prominent figure from the tribe of Benjamin during a time when Israel was seeking stability after the era of the judges. Kish is described as a mighty man of power, indicating his wealth and influence in a society where tribal leaders played key roles in community affairs. His detailed genealogy underscores the importance of family lineage in ancient Israelite culture, setting the stage for the story of his son Saul, who would become Israel's first king.
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