KJV ORIGINAL
And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Attai was the father of Nathan, and Nathan was the father of Zabad.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records part of a family tree, showing how generations were connected from father to son.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in the genealogical records that the Chronicler compiled after the Jewish people returned from exile in Babylon. These family lineages were crucial for establishing tribal identity, inheritance rights, and religious duties in the rebuilt community. The genealogies helped reconnect the post-exilic community with their ancestral heritage.
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