KJV ORIGINAL
Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, Asaiah his son.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse continues tracing the family line of Levite priests, showing how God's plan was carried forward through generations of faithful families.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in the genealogical records of the Levites, the priestly tribe of Israel, likely compiled after the Babylonian exile when the returning Jews needed to establish proper temple worship. These family records were crucial for determining who could legitimately serve as priests and Levites in the rebuilt temple, as only descendants of specific Levite families were authorized for temple service.
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