KJV ORIGINAL
The sons of Benjamin; Bela, and Becher, and Jediael, three.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Benjamin had three sons: Bela, Becher, and Jediael.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists the three sons of Benjamin, one of the twelve sons of Jacob who became the heads of Israel's tribes.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy was compiled after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon, helping them reconnect with their tribal heritage and land inheritance. Benjamin was Jacob's youngest son and became one of the twelve tribes of Israel, eventually known for producing Israel's first king, Saul.
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