1 Chronicles 2:15-16
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It's easy to just see this as a list, but notice how the text highlights David's place. Listing him as the seventh son, right after his father's name, subtly emphasizes his eventual importance in the lineage, foreshadowing his future kingship.
Ozem the sixth, David the seventh. And their sisters were Zeruiah and Abigail. The sons of Zeruiah: Abishai, Joab, and Asahel, three.
English Standard Version (ESV)
This verse is part of a lengthy genealogy tracing the lineage from Jesse, David's father, all the way back to Israel. It's essentially listing the sons of Jesse. Right before this, we see the other sons of Jesse mentioned, and immediately after, the passage continues with the descendants of David and his sons.
Ever wonder why those long lists of names are in the Bible? They aren't just filler!
The genealogies in 1 and 2 Chronicles might seem like ancient history homework, but they are crucial. They demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises through generations. For Israel, knowing your lineage was vital for land inheritance and identity. For us, these lists reveal that God weaves His redemptive plan through ordinary (and sometimes extraordinary!) families. Even a name tucked away in a list can be part of a divine story.
The name 'David' rings a bell, right? But he doesn't show up as a king here.
This verse places David simply as the seventh son of Jesse, amidst his brothers. It’s a stark reminder that greatness, especially God-ordained greatness, doesn't always start with fanfare. David was likely just a young man, perhaps already shepherding, when his name was recorded here, long before his anointing and triumphs. It underscores that God sees potential and purpose long before we, or the world, recognize it.
Understand the original words
David · Hebrew Proper Noun
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A name meaning "beloved" or "darling." He is the central kingly figure of the Old Testament, a man after God's own heart, and the covenantal ancestor through whom the Messiah (the Son of David) would descend.
Tseruyah · Hebrew Proper Noun
A name meaning "balsam" or "fragrance," traditionally signifying someone who gives birth or produces offspring. In genealogy, it represents a link in the family line of David.
Abigayil · Hebrew Proper Noun
A name meaning "my father is joy," often associated with the sister of David. Within the genealogical records, it identifies key ancestral branches.
Abishay · Hebrew Proper Noun
A name meaning "my father is Jesse" or "gift of my father." It identifies a notable figure within the military and family history of Israel.
Yo'ab · Hebrew Proper Noun
A name meaning "Yahweh is father," denoting one of the most prominent military commanders under King David. His name emphasizes divine sovereignty over his lineage.
Asa'el · Hebrew Proper Noun
A name meaning "God has made," referring to a member of David's mighty men and a brother to Joab.
This passage describes David's anointing as king, highlighting him as a pivotal figure chosen by God, connecting to his later appearance in this genealogy.
2 Samuel 5:1-5This account details David's rise to kingship over all Israel, underscoring the significance of his position and the fulfillment of God's promises to him.
1 Chronicles 11:1-3Similar to 2 Samuel, this passage also recounts David becoming king, emphasizing the unity of Israel under his rule and his role as the appointed shepherd.
Matthew 1:6This verse in Jesus' genealogy also names David, showing the enduring importance of David's lineage and his place in salvation history right up to the Messiah.
It's easy to just see this as a list, but notice how the text highlights David's place. Listing him as the seventh son, right after his father's name, subtly emphasizes his eventual importance in the lineage, foreshadowing his future kingship.
This verse is part of a lengthy genealogy tracing the lineage from Jesse, David's father, all the way back to Israel. It's essentially listing the sons of Jesse. Right before this, we see the other sons of Jesse mentioned, and immediately after, the passage continues with the descendants of David and his sons.
This verse is part of a lengthy genealogy tracing the lineage from Jesse, David's father, all the way back to Israel. It's essentially listing the sons of Jesse. Right before this, we see the other sons of Jesse mentioned, and immediately after, the passage continues with the descendants of David and his sons.
"Ozem the sixth, David the seventh. And their sisters were Zeruiah and Abigail. The sons of Zeruiah: Abishai, Joab, and Asahel, three." — It's easy to just see this as a list, but notice how the text highlights David's place. Listing him as the seventh son, right after his father's name, subtly emphasizes his eventual importance in…
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Last reviewed October 2026
