Seraiah Summary
STEPBible TIPNR
Seraiah, the son of Kenaz, was the father of Joab, who was the father of the Valley of Craftsmen.
son of Kenaz (1CH 4:13)
Lineage: Jephunneh › Kenaz › Seraiah
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prince of the Lord
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· Also called · H8304 none · 1CH 4:13 y-h-v-h persists; y-h-v-h is prince; y-h-v-h contends
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שְׂרָיָה
səraiyah · H8304 · 1CH 4:13 y-h-v-h persists; y-h-v-h is prince; y-h-v-h contends
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- el Σαραια Saraia · none · 1CH 4:13
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Seraiah Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Seraiah, mentioned in 1Ch 4:13-14, was the son of Kenaz and the father of Joab. He is listed in the genealogy of the tribe of Judah. Seraiah's son, Joab, is described as the father of Ge-harashim, which means "Valley of Craftsmen." This suggests that Joab and his descendants were skilled artisans or craftsmen, possibly renowned for their expertise in a particular trade. The mention of Seraiah and Joab in this genealogical record highlights the importance of family lineage and occupational heritage within the tribe of Judah.
Seraiah 1 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
The father of Joab (1 Chr. 4:13, 14).
Sources: BibleData (CC BY 4.0, Seraiah_4) · STEPBible TIPNR (CC BY 4.0, Seraiah@1Ch.4.13-) · Theographic Bible Metadata (CC BY-SA 4.0, seraiah_2496)