KJV ORIGINAL
Ahi the son of Abdiel, the son of Guni, chief of the house of their fathers.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ahi, whose father was Abdiel and grandfather was Guni, was the leader of their family clan.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse introduces Ahi as the head of his family line, tracing his ancestry back through his father and grandfather.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in the genealogical records of the tribe of Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. These family records were carefully maintained to establish tribal identity, inheritance rights, and leadership roles within the community. The Chronicles were written after the Babylonian exile to help the returning Israelites reconnect with their heritage and tribal structure.
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