And the sons of Kenaz; Othniel, and Seraiah: and the sons of Othniel; Hathath.
The sons of Kenaz were Othniel and Seraiah. Othniel's son was Hathath.
This verse records the family line of Kenaz, listing his sons and grandson as part of Israel's tribal genealogy.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is part of the historical books of the Bible, written during the post-exilic period to help the returning Jews reconnect with their ancestral heritage after the Babylonian captivity. This verse lists the descendants of Kenaz, a figure from the tribe of Judah, including Othniel, who is also known as a judge in the Book of Judges, emphasizing the importance of lineage in maintaining tribal identity. These genealogies served as a record to preserve land rights and historical continuity among the Israelites.
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