A man from the tribe of Judah during the divided kingdom, known for his prayer and whose name means 'pain,' mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:9.
About Jabez
Member of Judah’s tribe who was noted for his godliness. He prayed for God’s protection, and his prayer was answered (1 Chr 4:9–10).
Family Relationships
- Parents
- Koz
- Half-siblings 3
- Anub, Zobebah, Harum
- Niece/Nephew
- Aharhel
- Uncles 7
- Ahuzzam, Hepher (1 Chronicles 4:6), Temeni, Haahashtari, Zereth, Izhar (1 Chronicles 4:7), Ethnan
Key References
Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers. His mother had named him Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.”
And Jabez called out to the God of Israel, “If only You would bless me and enlarge my territory! May Your hand be with me and keep me from harm, so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted the request of Jabez.
All Scripture References (2)
1 Chronicles (2)
Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers. His mother had named him Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.”
And Jabez called out to the God of Israel, “If only You would bless me and enlarge my territory! May Your hand be with me and keep me from harm, so that I will be free from pain.” And God granted the request of Jabez.