And Caleb the son of Hezron begat children of Azubah his wife, and of Jerioth: her sons are these; Jesher, and Shobab, and Ardon.
Caleb, the son of Hezron, had children with his wife Azubah and also with Jerioth. These were her sons: Jesher, Shobab, and Ardon.
This verse records the family line of Caleb, listing his wives and three of his sons as part of Israel's genealogical history.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a historical book in the Bible that records the genealogies of the Israelites, serving as a way to preserve their tribal heritage and connect key figures to God's promises. Caleb, mentioned here, was a faithful leader from the tribe of Judah, known for his courage as one of the spies in the book of Numbers who trusted God to conquer the Promised Land. This verse fits into a larger list of descendants, emphasizing the importance of family lines in Israel's history as part of God's covenant with Abraham.
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