KJV ORIGINAL
Ammiel the sixth, Issachar the seventh, Peulthai the eighth: for God blessed him.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Ammiel the sixth son, Issachar the seventh son, Peulthai the eighth son—because God had blessed him with many children.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more sons in a family that God had blessed with many children.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a genealogical record during King David's reign, specifically listing the sons of Obed-Edom, who was a Levite gatekeeper at the temple. The phrase 'God blessed him' refers to how God gave Obed-Edom many sons, which was considered a great blessing in ancient Israel since sons could help with family duties and carry on the family name.
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