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1 Chronicles 8:39

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the sons of Eshek his brother were, Ulam his firstborn, Jehush the second, and Eliphelet the third.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The sons of Eshek, his brother, were Ulam (his oldest son), Jehush (his second son), and Eliphelet (his third son).

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is simply listing the three sons of a man named Eshek in their birth order.

📚 Historical Context

This verse appears in the genealogical records that the Chronicler compiled after the Jewish people returned from exile in Babylon. These detailed family lists were crucial for reestablishing tribal identities, inheritance rights, and temple service roles. The genealogies in 1 Chronicles helped the returning exiles reconnect with their heritage and understand their place in God's covenant people.

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