1 Chronicles 2:30 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the sons of Nadab; Seled, and Appaim: but Seled died without children.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Nadab had two sons: Seled and Appaim. But Seled died without having any children.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records that Nadab had two sons, but one of them (Seled) died childless, ending his family line.

📚 Historical Context

1 Chronicles is a historical book in the Old Testament that meticulously records the genealogies of Israel's tribes, serving as a way to preserve family lines and national identity after the Babylonian exile. This verse specifically lists the sons of Nadab, who was descended from Judah, highlighting the continuity of the lineage despite challenges like childlessness. Such genealogical details were crucial in ancient Israelite society for matters of inheritance, land rights, and establishing one's place within the covenant community.

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