And Adaiah, and Beraiah, and Shimrath, the sons of Shimhi;
And Adaiah, Beraiah, and Shimrath were the sons of Shimhi.
This verse records three sons in the family line of Benjamin, showing how God preserved the genealogical records of His people.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is part of the historical books of the Bible that record the genealogies of the Israelite tribes, compiled after the Babylonian exile to help the returning Jews reestablish their identity. This specific verse in Chapter 8 lists descendants of the tribe of Benjamin, particularly the sons of Shimhi, as part of a broader effort to document family lines for tribal inheritance and community restoration. These genealogies served as a vital tool for the post-exilic community to reconnect with their heritage and maintain social order.
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