Jabez’s Prayer

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Book: 1 Chronicles
• Chapters: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10
• Summary: Jabez cries out for blessing, enlarged borders, and God’s preserving hand.

Details

In the middle of genealogies, this prayer becomes a miniature portrait of dependence, favor, and divine response.

Key People Involved

• Jabez

Important Verses

“And God granted him that which he requested.” - 1 Chronicles 4:10

Cross-References

• Genealogies of Israel
• 1 Chronicles