KJV ORIGINAL
Joram his son, Ahaziah his son, Joash his son,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Joram was his son, Ahaziah was his son, and Joash was his son.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is listing three generations of kings in David's family line - a father, son, and grandson who each ruled Judah.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy traces the royal line of Judah from King David through his descendants. Joram, Ahaziah, and Joash were actual kings who ruled the southern kingdom of Judah during the divided monarchy period (roughly 850-800 BC). These genealogical records were crucial for establishing legitimate claims to the throne and preserving the messianic lineage.
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