KJV ORIGINAL
The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The son of Elkanah, the son of Jeroham, the son of Eliel, the son of Toah,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is part of a genealogical record tracing the family line of the Levites who served in God's temple.
📚 Historical Context
This appears in the middle of a detailed genealogy of the Levites, the priestly tribe of Israel responsible for temple worship and service. The Chronicler was writing after the Babylonian exile to help restore Israel's identity and religious heritage by documenting the proper lineage of those who could serve in temple roles. These genealogical records were crucial for establishing legitimate claims to priestly duties when the temple was rebuilt.
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