And at Gibeon dwelt the father of Gibeon; whose wife’s name was Maachah:
The founder of Gibeon lived in Gibeon, and his wife's name was Maachah.
This verse tells us about the founder of the city of Gibeon and identifies his wife by name.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is part of the Old Testament books that record the genealogies of Israel's tribes, written after the Babylonian exile to help the returning exiles reconnect with their heritage and identity. This specific verse mentions the inhabitants of Gibeon, a city in the territory of the tribe of Benjamin, and highlights the father of Gibeon and his wife Maachah as part of the lineage tracing back to important figures like King Saul. It reflects the biblical emphasis on preserving family lines to maintain tribal and national continuity.
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