KJV ORIGINAL
And Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Elioenai, and Jaakobah, and Jeshohaiah, and Asaiah, and Adiel, and Jesimiel, and Benaiah,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is listing the names of tribal leaders from the tribe of Simeon, preserving their memory and heritage for future generations.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a genealogical record in 1 Chronicles, written after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon. The chronicler was carefully documenting the family lines and tribal leaders to help restore Israel's identity and connection to their ancestral heritage. These particular names belong to leaders from the tribe of Simeon during a time when they were expanding their territory.
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