And the sons of Midian; Ephah, and Epher, and Henoch, and Abida, and Eldaah. All these are the sons of Keturah.
The sons of Midian were Ephah, Epher, Henoch, Abida, and Eldaah. All of these were descendants of Keturah.
This verse lists the five sons of Midian, who were all descendants of Keturah, Abraham's second wife.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a historical book in the Old Testament that compiles genealogies to trace the lineage of the Israelites and other nations back to Adam, emphasizing God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants. This verse specifically lists the sons of Midian, who was one of the sons of Abraham through his wife Keturah, as part of a broader record that highlights the spread of Abraham's family lines across different peoples. These genealogies were important for ancient Israelites to understand their tribal identities and God's ongoing plan in history.
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