Genesis 10:20 nasb — These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations.

NASB

"These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations."

— Genesis 10:20, NASB

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Genesis 10 — Context

17

and the Hivite and the Arkite and the Sinite

18

and the Arvadite and the Zemarite and the Hamathite; and afterward the families of the Canaanite were spread abroad.

19

The territory of the Canaanite extended from Sidon as you go toward Gerar, as far as Gaza; as you go toward Sodom and Gomorrah and Admah and Zeboiim, as far as Lasha.

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These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations.

21

Also to Shem, the father of all the children of Eber, and the older brother of Japheth, children were born.

22

The sons of Shem were Elam and Asshur and Arpachshad and Lud and Aram.

23

The sons of Aram were Uz and Hul and Gether and Mash.

Genesis 10:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 10:20 say?
Genesis 10:20 in the NASB reads: “These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations.”
Where is Genesis 10:20 in the Bible?
Genesis 10:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 10, verse 20.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 10:20.
What translation should I read Genesis 10:20 in?
Genesis 10:20 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 Genesis 10:20?
Genesis 10:20 reads (NASB): “These are the sons of Ham, according to their families, according to their languages, by their lands, by their nations.” 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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