And the son of Jonathan was Meribbaal: and Meribbaal begat Micah.
Jonathan's son was Meribbaal, and Meribbaal had a son named Micah.
This verse continues the family line of Jonathan, showing how God's people preserved their family records through generations.
📚 Historical Context
1 Chronicles is a book that records the genealogies of Israel's tribes, written during the post-exilic period to help the returning Jews reconnect with their heritage after the Babylonian captivity. This verse is part of a lineage tracing King Saul's family, specifically noting Jonathan's son Meribbaal (also known as Mephibosheth) and his descendant Micah, which highlights the ancient importance of preserving family lines for tribal identity and inheritance. Such genealogies served to maintain social and religious continuity in a time of national restoration.
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