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1 Chronicles 8:36

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Ahaz begat Jehoadah; and Jehoadah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Ahaz was the father of Jehoadah. Jehoadah was the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri. Zimri was the father of Moza.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse traces the family line of descendants, showing how God faithfully preserves family records and lineages through generations.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the genealogical records in 1 Chronicles, which were compiled after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon (around 538 BC). The chronicler carefully preserved these family lineages to help the returning exiles reestablish their tribal identities and land inheritance rights. These genealogies also demonstrated God's faithfulness in preserving His people despite the devastation of exile.

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