The sons of Naphtali; Jahziel, and Guni, and Jezer, and Shallum, the sons of Bilhah.
The sons of Naphtali were Jahziel, Guni, Jezer, and Shallum. These were the sons of Bilhah.
This verse lists the four sons of Naphtali, who were descendants of Bilhah, one of Jacob's wives.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a historical book written after the Babylonian exile, likely by Ezra, to help the returning Israelites reconnect with their tribal heritage and God's covenant promises. This verse lists the descendants of Naphtali, one of Jacob's sons through his concubine Bilhah, as part of a broader genealogy that traces the twelve tribes of Israel. These records were essential for establishing identity, land inheritance, and community structure among the exiles rebuilding their nation.
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