And the sons of Caleb the son of Jephunneh; Iru, Elah, and Naam: and the sons of Elah, even Kenaz.
The sons of Caleb (who was the son of Jephunneh) were Iru, Elah, and Naam. Elah's son was Kenaz.
This verse records the family line of Caleb, listing his sons and grandson as part of Israel's genealogical history.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Chronicles, the author compiles detailed genealogies to trace the lineage of the Israelite tribes after the Babylonian exile, highlighting God's ongoing covenant with His people. Caleb, the son of Jephunneh, was a faithful spy sent by Moses to explore Canaan, and he was rewarded with an inheritance in the Promised Land due to his trust in God. This verse specifically lists Caleb's descendants, such as Iru, Elah, and Naam, along with Elah's son Kenaz, as part of the broader genealogy of the tribe of Judah, underscoring the importance of family lines in Israel's history.
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