And the sons of Onam were, Shammai, and Jada. And the sons of Shammai; Nadab, and Abishur.
Onam had two sons: Shammai and Jada. Shammai's sons were Nadab and Abishur.
This verse continues the family tree by listing the descendants of Onam through his sons and grandsons.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is part of the historical books of the Old Testament, written during the post-exilic period to help the returning Israelites reconnect with their ancestral heritage after the Babylonian captivity. This verse specifically lists the descendants of Onam, a figure in the lineage of Judah, as part of a broader genealogy that traces the tribes of Israel and emphasizes the importance of family lines for identity and inheritance. These records served to affirm God's ongoing covenant with His people by preserving their historical continuity.
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