1 Chronicles 4:8 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Coz begat Anub, and Zobebah, and the families of Aharhel the son of Harum.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Coz was the father of Anub and Zobebah, and also the ancestor of the families descended from Aharhel, who was the son of Harum.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records part of the family lineage of the tribe of Judah, showing how God preserved the heritage and identity of His people through generations.

📚 Historical Context

This genealogy appears in Chronicles, written after the Israelites returned from Babylonian exile around 538-400 BC. The chronicler was helping the returning exiles reconnect with their tribal heritage and land inheritance rights, which were crucial for rebuilding their identity as God's chosen people.

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