So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they were written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, who were carried away to Babylon for their transgression.
So all the people of Israel were counted and listed by their family lines, and their names were recorded in the official records of the kings of Israel and Judah. But they were taken away as prisoners to Babylon because of their sins.
This verse explains that Israel's family records were kept in official books, but the people were exiled to Babylon as punishment for turning away from God.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, the author is compiling detailed genealogies to preserve the history and identity of Israel after their return from exile. This verse specifically references the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC, which resulted from the people's persistent idolatry and disobedience to God's laws, as described in earlier biblical accounts. These genealogies were recorded in historical documents linked to the kings, serving as a reminder of the nation's failures and God's judgment.
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