KJV ORIGINAL
And Cush begat Nimrod: he began to be mighty upon the earth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Cush was the father of Nimrod, who became a powerful ruler on the earth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse tells us that Nimrod, who became a mighty leader, was the son of Cush.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the genealogical records in 1 Chronicles, which traces the lineage from Adam through various nations. Nimrod is mentioned in Genesis as well, and is traditionally understood to be a powerful hunter and ruler in ancient Mesopotamia, possibly associated with early Babylonian civilization. These genealogies were important to the Israelites returning from exile to establish their identity and connection to God's covenant promises.
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