And the families of Kirjathjearim; the Ithrites, and the Puhites, and the Shumathites, and the Mishraites; of them came the Zareathites, and the Eshtaulites.
The families that lived in Kiriath Jearim were the Ithrites, Puhites, Shumathites, and Mishraites. From these families came the Zoreathites and Eshtaolites.
This verse lists the different family groups that settled in and around the town of Kiriath Jearim, showing how they spread out and formed new communities.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a historical book in the Bible that records the genealogies of the Israelites, tracing their family lines from the patriarchs to the time of King David, to emphasize God's faithfulness in preserving His people. This specific verse lists families associated with Kirjathjearim, a town in the territory of Judah that was significant for housing the Ark of the Covenant for about 20 years, highlighting the importance of tribal identities and land settlements in ancient Israel. These genealogies served as a way to maintain records for inheritance, worship, and national unity among the tribes.
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