Matthew 1:14
French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)
Azor eut pour fils Sadok; Sadok eut Achim; Achim eut Eliud;
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists three names in Jesus' family tree: Azor, Sadoc, and Achim. The Bible shows how each of these men fathered the next person in line. It emphasizes the long lineage leading to Jesus.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big family tree with lots of branches. This verse is like looking at one small branch where Grandpa Azor had a son Sadoc, and then Sadoc had a son Achim. Just like your family tree shows how everyone in your family is connected!
Historical Background
Matthew wrote this Gospel around the year AD 80-90 for Jewish Christians who wanted to see Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. The genealogy emphasizes continuity with Israel's history and demonstrates that Jesus' lineage meets prophetic expectations.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can reflect on how each generation impacts the next. Just like these ancestors shaped their children’s lives, we have an opportunity to positively influence those who come after us by setting good examples and teaching them important values.
Topics
genealogylineageancestryfamily valuesprophecy fulfillmenthistorical continuity
Related Verses
Luke 3:24-28Genesis 11:10-26Ruth 4:18-22Ezekiel 17:22-24Hebrews 7:1-3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of listing these names?
The list helps trace Jesus' ancestry back through generations, showing his connection to key figures like Abraham and David, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah.
Why are some names unfamiliar or not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible?
Many of these names may be less well-known because they were part of the broader lineage rather than central biblical characters. Their inclusion shows the complete and detailed lineage to Jesus.
How does this genealogy impact our understanding of Jesus?
It reinforces that Jesus was a real person with a specific heritage, linking him deeply to Jewish history and fulfilling messianic expectations laid out in earlier scriptures.
Can we trace these names in other parts of the Bible?
Most of these names are unique to Matthew's genealogy. However, some like Abraham and David connect back to various narratives within Genesis and beyond, reinforcing Jesus' lineage.