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1 Chronicles 27:22

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham. These were the princes of the tribes of Israel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

From the tribe of Dan, Azareel the son of Jeroham was the leader. These were the chiefs who led the tribes of Israel.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse names the final tribal leader in a list and concludes that these men were the appointed chiefs over Israel's twelve tribes.

📚 Historical Context

1 Chronicles 27 is part of the historical books of the Bible that detail the organization of King David's kingdom in ancient Israel, focusing on the administrative and military structure to ensure effective governance. This verse specifically lists tribal leaders like Azareel for the tribe of Dan, highlighting how each tribe had a designated prince to represent and unite their people under God's covenant. It reflects the broader biblical emphasis on tribal identity as a way to maintain order and faithfulness among the Israelites during a time of national consolidation.

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