KJV ORIGINAL
And Moza begat Binea: Rapha was his son, Eleasah his son, Azel his son:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Moza was the father of Binea. Binea's son was Rapha, Rapha's son was Eleasah, and Eleasah's son was Azel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records four generations in the family line of King Saul, showing how God preserved detailed records of His people's ancestry.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy appears in the Chronicles' record of the tribe of Benjamin, specifically tracing the descendants of King Saul. The Chronicler compiled these family records after the Babylonian exile to help the returning Jewish people understand their heritage and tribal connections. These genealogies were crucial for establishing land rights, priestly duties, and maintaining Israel's identity as God's covenant people.
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