KJV ORIGINAL
And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphalet.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Elishama, and Eliada, and Eliphalet.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three more of King David's sons who were born to him in Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 2 Samuel 5, David has just been anointed as king over all Israel and has conquered Jerusalem, making it his capital. This verse lists some of David's sons born in Jerusalem, as part of a genealogy that underscores the expansion of his family and the establishment of his dynasty. Such lists were common in ancient Near Eastern cultures to record royal lineages and ensure the continuity of leadership.
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