1 Chronicles 9:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And in Jerusalem dwelt of the children of Judah, and of the children of Benjamin, and of the children of Ephraim, and Manasseh;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

In Jerusalem lived people from the tribes of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how Jerusalem became home to people from four different Israelite tribes after they returned from exile.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of 1 Chronicles, written during the post-exilic period, this verse is part of a genealogy that records the resettlement of Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity. It highlights that people from the tribes of Judah, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh lived there, illustrating God's faithfulness in restoring His people to their homeland. This reflects the broader narrative of national rebuilding and unity among the Israelites despite their historical divisions.

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