Of Gershom; Libni his son, Jahath his son, Zimmah his son,
From Gershom's family line: his son Libni, then his son Jahath, then his son Zimmah,
This verse is recording the family line of Gershom, showing how God's people kept careful track of their ancestors and tribal heritage.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, written during the post-exilic period after the Babylonian captivity, the author compiles detailed genealogies to preserve the tribal identities and religious roles of the Israelites. This verse specifically lists the descendants of Gershom, a son of Levi, as part of the broader Levite lineage that was responsible for temple service. These genealogies served to establish rightful claims to priesthood and maintain the continuity of worship in the restored community.
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