KJV ORIGINAL
Attai the sixth, Eliel the seventh,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Attai was the sixth, and Eliel was the seventh,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is part of a list naming mighty warriors who joined David's army, showing that each person was valued and remembered by name.
📚 Historical Context
This appears in a genealogical record of the brave warriors who came to support David when he was hiding from King Saul. These men from the tribe of Gad were skilled fighters who crossed the Jordan River during flood season to join David's forces. The chronicler carefully preserved their names to honor their courage and loyalty to God's chosen king.
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