And Naarah bare him Ahuzam, and Hepher, and Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were the sons of Naarah.
Naarah gave birth to Ahuzam, Hepher, Temeni, and Haahashtari. These were Naarah's sons.
This verse records the names of four sons born to a woman named Naarah as part of Israel's family history.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a historical book written after the Babylonian exile, serving as a record of Israel's genealogies to help the returning exiles reconnect with their tribal heritage. This verse specifically lists the sons born to Naarah, who was one of the wives of Ashhur, a descendant of Judah, as part of a broader genealogy tracing the lineage of Judah's family. It reflects the ancient Israelite emphasis on preserving family lines for purposes like land inheritance and maintaining tribal identity in a society where such records were crucial for social and religious stability.
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