KJV ORIGINAL
And Ishpan, and Heber, and Eliel,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Ishpan, and Heber, and Eliel,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is part of a genealogical record listing the names of descendants from the tribe of Benjamin.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles 8:22 is part of a detailed genealogy in the book of 1 Chronicles, which was likely compiled during or after the Babylonian exile to help the returning Israelites reestablish their tribal identities and land claims. This verse lists names from the tribe of Benjamin, highlighting the ancient Israelite emphasis on lineage as a way to preserve family heritage and national history. Such genealogies served as a record of God's covenant people, tracing their roots back to key figures like Jacob.
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