And Azel had six sons, whose names are these, Azrikam, Bocheru, and Ishmael, and Sheariah, and Obadiah, and Hanan. All these were the sons of Azel.
Azel had six sons. Their names were Azrikam, Bocheru, Ishmael, Sheariah, Obadiah, and Hanan. All of these were Azel's sons.
This verse records that a man named Azel had six sons and lists all their names for the family record.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the genealogical records in 1 Chronicles, written after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon around 538 BC. The chronicler was carefully documenting family lineages, particularly of the tribe of Benjamin, to help the returning exiles reestablish their tribal identities and land inheritances. These detailed family records were crucial for maintaining Israel's covenant identity and ensuring proper worship practices in the rebuilt temple.
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