KJV ORIGINAL
And the son of Shammai was Maon: and Maon was the father of Bethzur.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Shammai's son was Maon, and Maon was the father of Beth-zur.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is part of a genealogical record showing the family line from Shammai to his son Maon to his grandson who founded the town of Beth-zur.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the extensive genealogies in 1 Chronicles that trace the lineages of the tribes of Israel, particularly focusing on Judah. Beth-zur was an important fortified city in the hill country of Judah, located about 20 miles south of Jerusalem. The Chronicler included these genealogies to help the Israelites returning from Babylonian exile understand their heritage and rightful place in the land.
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