Which son of Saul is mentioned in the 1 Chronicles genealogies as the father of Merib-Baal (Mephibosheth)?
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Correct answer: Jonathan
According to 1 Chronicles 8:34 and 9:40, Jonathan was the father of Merib-Baal, who is widely identified as Mephibosheth in the book of 2 Samuel.
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