What happensPermalink
The Chronicler gives a detailed genealogy of the tribe of Benjamin, noting clans, settlements, and family lines. The genealogy includes Saul, the first king of Israel, and Saul’s descendants through Jonathan.
Why it mattersPermalink
By focusing on Benjamin and tracing the lineage of Saul, the Chronicler prepares for the transition from genealogies to the story of Israel’s monarchy. The preservation of Saul’s family alongside geographical memories of tribal settlements affirms that Israel’s leadership history and covenant identity are rooted in real families and places, even for a community living after exile.
Key versePermalink
Ner was the father of Kish, Kish of Saul, Saul of Jonathan, Malchi-shua, Abinadab and Eshbaal