1 Chronicles 4:36 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is listing the names of tribal leaders from the tribe of Simeon, preserving their memory and heritage for future generations.

📚 Historical Context

The book of 1 Chronicles was written after the Babylonian exile, likely by Ezra, to help the returning Israelites reconnect with their tribal histories and God's covenant promises. This chapter focuses on the genealogy of the tribe of Simeon, listing descendants and families to establish their inheritance and settlements in the land. These records served as a way to preserve identity and unity among the people as they rebuilt their nation.

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