KJV ORIGINAL
And the sons of Shimei were, Jahath, Zina, and Jeush, and Beriah. These four were the sons of Shimei.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Shimei had four sons: Jahath, Zina, Jeush, and Beriah. These four were all the sons of Shimei.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists the four sons of Shimei, who was part of the Levite family lineage.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of David's detailed organization of the Levites for temple service around 1000 BC. Shimei belonged to the Gershonite clan, one of the three main branches of Levites who were responsible for various duties in worship and maintenance of the tabernacle and later the temple. These genealogical records were crucial for establishing proper family lines and duties in Israel's religious system.
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