1 Chronicles 3:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

These were all the sons of David, beside the sons of the concubines, and Tamar their sister.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

These were all of David's sons, not counting the sons he had with his concubines, and Tamar was their sister.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is summarizing David's family - listing all his sons from his wives, plus mentioning he had other sons with concubines, and noting that Tamar was their sister.

📚 Historical Context

1 Chronicles is part of the Hebrew Bible's historical books, likely compiled during the post-exilic period by figures like Ezra to remind the returning Israelites of their royal heritage and God's faithfulness. This verse lists the sons of King David, including those from his concubines, reflecting the cultural norms of ancient Near Eastern societies where polygamy and concubines were used to build alliances and secure heirs. It highlights the comprehensive genealogy of David, emphasizing how God preserved the line of promise despite human imperfections.

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