KJV ORIGINAL
The sons of Moses were, Gershom, and Eliezer.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Moses had two sons: Gershom and Eliezer.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse simply records that Moses had two sons named Gershom and Eliezer.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in a genealogical record compiled during or after Israel's return from Babylonian exile, around 400-300 BC. The Chronicler was documenting the family lines of the Levites (the priestly tribe) to establish proper temple service roles and legitimacy. Moses' descendants through his sons would have been part of the Levitical duties, even though Moses himself was primarily known as Israel's great leader and lawgiver rather than a priest.
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