And these were born unto him in Jerusalem; Shimea, and Shobab, and Nathan, and Solomon, four, of Bathshua the daughter of Ammiel:
These four sons were born to him in Jerusalem: Shimea, Shobab, Nathan, and Solomon. Their mother was Bathshua, the daughter of Ammiel.
This verse lists four sons born to King David in Jerusalem, including Solomon who would become the next king.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is from the book of 1 Chronicles, a historical record in the Old Testament that traces the family lines of Israel's kings, particularly focusing on King David's descendants. It lists four sons born to David in Jerusalem from his wife Bathsheba, whose story is rooted in earlier biblical events like David's reign and the establishment of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. This genealogy underscores the importance of lineage in ancient Israelite culture, showing how God preserved His promises through David's family.
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