Matthew 1:8
And Asa begat Josaphat; and Josaphat begat Joram; and Joram begat Ozias;
Original Language Analysis
ἐγέννησεν
begat
G1080
ἐγέννησεν
begat
Strong's:
G1080
Word #:
3 of 15
to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
4 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἐγέννησεν
begat
G1080
ἐγέννησεν
begat
Strong's:
G1080
Word #:
8 of 15
to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
τὸν
G3588
τὸν
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 15
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
ἐγέννησεν
begat
G1080
ἐγέννησεν
begat
Strong's:
G1080
Word #:
13 of 15
to procreate (properly, of the father, but by extension of the mother); figuratively, to regenerate
Cross References
Historical Context
This section covers roughly 930-586 BC, the period of the divided monarchy in Israel and Judah, marked by increasing idolatry and eventual exile.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's preservation of the messianic line through unfaithful kings demonstrate His sovereign control over history?
- What comfort does this provide when we observe failure in human leadership today?
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Analysis & Commentary
The royal genealogy continues through the divided kingdom period, showing God's preservation of the messianic line despite national apostasy. These kings often failed miserably, yet God's purposes were not thwarted. This demonstrates the distinction between God's decreed will (which always comes to pass) and His preceptive will (which humans violate).