KJV ORIGINAL
And Shallum begat Hilkiah, and Hilkiah begat Azariah,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Shallum was the father of Hilkiah, and Hilkiah was the father of Azariah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records part of the family line of Israel's priests, showing how God preserved the priestly heritage through generations.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy traces the lineage of Israel's high priests, particularly the descendants of Aaron who served in the temple. The Chronicle was written after Israel's return from Babylonian exile to help the people reconnect with their heritage and understand their place in God's plan. These priestly family records were crucial for establishing proper worship and temple service.
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