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1 Chronicles 8:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Gera, and Shephuphan, and Huram.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse continues listing the descendants of Benjamin, recording the names of three more sons in his family line.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the genealogical records in 1 Chronicles, which was written after the Babylonian exile to help the returning Jewish people reconnect with their tribal heritage and identity. The tribe of Benjamin was one of the twelve tribes of Israel and held special significance as it remained loyal to the house of David when the kingdom split. These detailed family records were crucial for establishing land rights, priestly duties, and maintaining the covenant promises God made to Abraham's descendants.

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