Parallel Verses
NET Bible
Though Judah was the strongest among his brothers and a leader descended from him, the right of the firstborn belonged to Joseph.)
New American Standard Bible
King James Version
For Judah prevailed above his brethren, and of him came the chief ruler; but the birthright was Joseph's:)
Holman Bible
Although Judah became strong among his brothers
International Standard Version
Even though Judah became prominent among his relatives that is, the Commander-in-chief will be his descendant nevertheless the right of the firstborn went to Joseph.)
A Conservative Version
Now Judah prevailed above his brothers, and the ruler came from him, but the birthright was Joseph's.)
American Standard Version
For Judah prevailed above his brethren, and of him came the prince; but the birthright was Joseph's:)
Amplified
Though Judah prevailed over his brothers, and from him came [David] the leader [and eventually the Messiah], yet the birthright was Joseph’s—
Bible in Basic English
Though Judah became stronger than his brothers, and from him came the ruler, the birthright was Joseph's:)
Darby Translation
for Judah prevailed among his brethren, and of him was the prince, but the birthright was Joseph's),
Julia Smith Translation
For Judah was strong over his brethren, and for a leader from him; and the birthright to Joseph:)
King James 2000
For Judah prevailed above his brethren, and from him came the prince; but the birthright was Joseph's:)
Lexham Expanded Bible
though Judah became strong among his brothers and a chief [came] from him, but the birthright belonged to Joseph).
Modern King James verseion
For Judah prevailed among his brothers, and from him came the chief ruler, but the birthright was Joseph's);
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
For unto Judah which was mighty among his brethren, was given the principality before him. But the birthright was given Joseph.
New Heart English Bible
For Judah prevailed above his brothers, and of him came the prince; but the birthright was Joseph's:)
The Emphasized Bible
for, Judah, prevailed over his brethren, so that, even the prince, is from him, - although, the birthright, pertaineth to Joseph;
Webster
For Judah prevailed above his brethren, and of him came the chief ruler; but the birth-right was Joseph's:)
World English Bible
For Judah prevailed above his brothers, and of him came the prince; but the birthright was Joseph's:)
Youngs Literal Translation
for Judah hath been mighty over his brother, and for leader above him, and the birthright is to Joseph.
Themes
Birthright » Forfeited by reuben
Firstborn » Birthright of the » Forfeited by reuben
the First-born » Instances of superseded » Reuben, &c
Joseph » Son of jacob » His father's favorite child
Judah » Tribe of » Is accorded the birthright forfeited by reuben
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Word Count of 20 Translations in 1 Chronicles 5:2
Verse Info
Context Readings
The Descendants Of Reuben
1 The sons of Reuben, Israel's firstborn -- (Now he was the firstborn, but when he defiled his father's bed, his rights as firstborn were given to the sons of Joseph, Israel's son. So Reuben is not listed as firstborn in the genealogical records. 2 Though Judah was the strongest among his brothers and a leader descended from him, the right of the firstborn belonged to Joseph.) 3 The sons of Reuben, Israel's firstborn: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.
Phrases
Cross References
Micah 5:2
As for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, seemingly insignificant among the clans of Judah -- from you a king will emerge who will rule over Israel on my behalf, one whose origins are in the distant past.
Matthew 2:6
And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are in no way least among the rulers of Judah, for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.'"
Genesis 49:8-10
Judah, your brothers will praise you. Your hand will be on the neck of your enemies, your father's sons will bow down before you.
Psalm 60:7
Gilead belongs to me, as does Manasseh! Ephraim is my helmet, Judah my royal scepter.
Hebrews 7:14
For it is clear that our Lord is descended from Judah, yet Moses said nothing about priests in connection with that tribe.
Psalm 108:8
Gilead belongs to me, as does Manasseh! Ephraim is my helmet, Judah my royal scepter.
Genesis 35:23
The sons of Leah were Reuben, Jacob's firstborn, as well as Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun.
Genesis 49:26
The blessings of your father are greater than the blessings of the eternal mountains or the desirable things of the age-old hills. They will be on the head of Joseph and on the brow of the prince of his brothers.
Numbers 2:3
"Now those who will be camping on the east, toward the sunrise, are the divisions of the camp of Judah under their standard. The leader of the people of Judah is Nahshon son of Amminadab.
Numbers 7:12
The one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab, from the tribe of Judah.
Joshua 14:6
The men of Judah approached Joshua in Gilgal, and Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite said to him, "You know what the Lord said about you and me to Moses, the man of God, at Kadesh Barnea.
Judges 1:2
The Lord said, "The men of Judah should take the lead. Be sure of this! I am handing the land over to them."
1 Samuel 16:1
The Lord said to Samuel, "How long do you intend to mourn for Saul? I have rejected him as king over Israel. Fill your horn with olive oil and go! I am sending you to Jesse in Bethlehem, for I have selected a king for myself from among his sons."
1 Samuel 16:10
Jesse presented seven of his sons to Samuel. But Samuel said to Jesse, "The Lord has not chosen any of these."
1 Samuel 16:12
So Jesse had him brought in. Now he was ruddy, with attractive eyes and a handsome appearance. The Lord said, "Go and anoint him. This is the one!"
2 Samuel 8:15
David reigned over all Israel; he guaranteed justice for all his people.
Psalm 78:68-71
He chose the tribe of Judah, and Mount Zion, which he loves.
Jeremiah 23:5-6
"I, the Lord, promise that a new time will certainly come when I will raise up for them a righteous branch, a descendant of David. He will rule over them with wisdom and understanding and will do what is just and right in the land.
Romans 8:29
because those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.
Revelation 5:5
Then one of the elders said to me, "Stop weeping! Look, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the root of David, has conquered; thus he can open the scroll and its seven seals."