1 Chronicles 2:12
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Chronicles 2:12 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Chronicles 2:12 is a verse from the book of 1 Chronicles in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "And Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse," Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Chronicles 2:12 — KJV
“And Boaz begat Obed, and Obed begat Jesse,”
— 1 Chronicles 2:12 (KJV)
1 Chronicles 2:12 in Context — About the Book of 1 Chronicles
1 Chronicles retells David's story for a generation returning from exile, anchoring their identity in genealogy, worship, and covenant. Its highlights are musical and devotional: David appoints singers, organizes temple worship, and prays one of Scripture's greatest thanksgiving prayers — including the famous prayer of Jabez.
Cross-References for 1 Chronicles 2:12
“And Salmon begat Boaz, and Boaz begat Obed,”
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“And Obed begat Jesse, and Jesse begat David.”
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“And Salmon begat Booz of Rachab; and Booz begat Obed of Ruth; and Obed begat Jesse;”
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“And the women her neighbours gave it a name, saying, There is a son born to Naomi; and they called his name Obed: he is the father of Jesse, the father of David.”
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“And Jesse begat David the king; and David the king begat Solomon of her that had been the wife of Urias;”
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