And the sons of Bela were, Addar, and Gera, and Abihud,
Bela's sons were Addar, Gera, and Abihud.
This verse lists three sons who were part of Benjamin's family line, showing how God preserved the genealogical records of His people.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, the author is compiling detailed genealogies to trace the descendants of Israel's tribes, which served as a vital record for reestablishing community and inheritance after the Babylonian exile. Bela was one of the sons of Benjamin, a key figure in the tribe of Benjamin, and this verse lists his sons as part of a larger effort to document the lineage of that tribe. These genealogies helped the returning exiles affirm their identity and fulfill God's promises to the patriarchs.
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