KJV ORIGINAL
And Attai begat Nathan, and Nathan begat Zabad,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Attai was the father of Nathan, and Nathan was the father of Zabad.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records part of a family tree, showing how generations were connected from father to son.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is part of the Old Testament books that record the genealogies of the Israelites, written after the Babylonian exile to help the returning exiles remember their heritage and God's faithfulness. This verse specifically traces the descendants in the line of Judah, showing how families continued through generations from the time of the patriarchs. It highlights the importance of lineage in ancient Israelite society, where such records affirmed tribal identity and God's ongoing covenant.
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