And Shobal the father of Kirjathjearim had sons; Haroeh, and half of the Manahethites.
Shobal, who was the founder of Kirjath-jearim, had sons: Haroeh and half of the Manahethite people.
This verse records that Shobal, who founded the city of Kirjath-jearim, had descendants including Haroeh and was connected to half of the Manahethite clan.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, written during the post-exilic period around the 5th century BC, the author compiles detailed genealogies of Israel's tribes to help the returning exiles from Babylon reclaim their identity and heritage. Shobal is listed as a descendant of Judah through Caleb, and this verse mentions his sons, including Haroeh, along with a reference to the Manahethites, which likely represents a clan or subgroup associated with a specific region. These genealogies were crucial for establishing tribal boundaries, land rights, and religious continuity among the restored Jewish community.
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