Hezron

Hezron was the son of Perez and the grandson of Judah, as recorded inGenesis 46:12,Numbers 26:21, and1 Chronicles 2:5. He was born in Canaan and was one of the 70 members of Jacob's household who migrated to Egypt during the time of Joseph. Hezron's descendants formed a clan within the tribe of Judah, known as the Hezronites (Numbers 26:6, 21). Hezron is mentioned in the genealogy of King David inRuth 4:18-19and1 Chronicles 2:9-25. He is also listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ inMatthew 1:3andLuke 3:33, emphasizing his importance in the lineage of the Messiah. According to1 Chronicles 2:18-25, Hezron had several children, including Jerahmeel, Ram (the ancestor of King David), and Caleb. He married the daughter of Machir, the father of Gilead, in his old age and had a son named Segub, who became the father of Jair. As a descendant of Judah and an ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ, Hezron played a significant role in the history of Israel and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people.