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1 Chronicles 2:47

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the sons of Jahdai; Regem, and Jotham, and Gesham, and Pelet, and Ephah, and Shaaph.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The sons of Jahdai were: Regem, Jotham, Gesham, Pelet, Ephah, and Shaaph.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists the six sons who descended from a man named Jahdai in the family line of Judah.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of 1 Chronicles, written after the Babylonian exile around the 5th century BC, the author compiles detailed genealogies to help the returning Israelites reconnect with their heritage and tribal identities. This verse specifically lists the sons of Jahdai, who is part of the Judahite lineage, emphasizing the importance of family lines for inheritance, land rights, and religious roles in ancient Israel. These genealogical records served as a foundational tool for rebuilding the nation and maintaining social and spiritual order among the Jewish people.

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