And Ahaz begat Jarah; and Jarah begat Alemeth, and Azmaveth, and Zimri; and Zimri begat Moza;
Ahaz was the father of Jarah. Jarah was the father of Alemeth, Azmaveth, and Zimri. Zimri was the father of Moza.
This verse lists part of a family tree, showing how several generations of families were connected through fathers and sons.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a historical book in the Old Testament that records the genealogies of Israel's tribes, particularly after the Babylonian exile, to reaffirm the identity and heritage of the returning exiles. This specific verse traces the lineage of the tribe of Benjamin, listing descendants from Ahaz to Moza, as part of a broader effort to document family lines for purposes of inheritance, tribal roles, and national restoration. Such genealogies were essential in ancient Israelite society to maintain social order and connect the people to their covenant history with God.
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