1 Chronicles 3:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Amaziah his son, Azariah his son, Jotham his son,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Amaziah his son, Azariah his son, Jotham his son,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse lists three generations of kings in David's royal family line - Amaziah, his son Azariah, and his son Jotham.

📚 Historical Context

1 Chronicles is a book in the Old Testament that records the genealogies and history of Israel, particularly focusing on the descendants of King David to emphasize God's enduring promises. This specific verse lists the kings of Judah in succession, Amaziah, his son Azariah (also known as Uzziah), and Azariah's son Jotham, as part of a larger effort to trace the royal line during the post-exilic period. These genealogies were compiled after the Babylonian exile to help the returning Israelites reconnect with their heritage and understand God's faithfulness through their leaders.

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