1 Chronicles 4:39 asv — And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

American Standard Version

"And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks. "

— 1 Chronicles 4:39, American Standard Version

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1 Chronicles 4 — Context

36

and Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah,

37

and Ziza the son of Shiphi, the son of Allon, the son of Jedaiah, the son of Shimri, the son of Shemaiah—

38

these mentioned by name were princes in their families: and their fathers’ houses increased greatly.

39

And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

40

And they found fat pasture and good, and the land was wide, and quiet, and peaceable; for they that dwelt there aforetime were of Ham.

41

And these written by name came in the days of Hezekiah king of Judah, and smote their tents, and the Meunim that were found there, and destroyed them utterly unto this day, and dwelt in their stead; because there was pasture there for their flocks.

42

And some of them, even of the sons of Simeon, five hundred men, went to mount Seir, having for their captains Pelatiah, and Neariah, and Rephaiah, and Uzziel, the sons of Ishi.

1 Chronicles 4:39 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Chronicles 4:39 say?
1 Chronicles 4:39 in the American Standard Version reads: “And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks. ”
Where is 1 Chronicles 4:39 in the Bible?
1 Chronicles 4:39 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Chronicles, chapter 4, verse 39.
Who wrote 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 1 Chronicles about?
1 Chronicles retells Israel's history from a priestly, post-exilic perspective. After extensive genealogies, it focuses on David — his reign, his preparations for the temple, and the line through which God's eternal kingdom would come.
What are the major themes of 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles explores themes including Genealogy, David's Reign, Temple Preparation, Worship, Continuity. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Chronicles 4:39.
What translation should I read 1 Chronicles 4:39 in?
1 Chronicles 4:39 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Chronicles 4:39?
1 Chronicles 4:39 reads (ASV): “And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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