KJV ORIGINAL
And Ashur the father of Tekoa had two wives, Helah and Naarah.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ashur, who was the founder of Tekoa, had two wives named Helah and Naarah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that Ashur, who established the town of Tekoa, was married to two women.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the genealogical records in 1 Chronicles, written after Israel's return from Babylonian exile to help the people reconnect with their heritage. Tekoa was a real town in Judah, about 12 miles south of Jerusalem, known later as the hometown of the prophet Amos. Having multiple wives was a common practice among wealthy men in ancient Israel, though it often led to family complications.
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