The children of Ater of Hezekiah, ninety and eight.
The descendants of Ater (from Hezekiah's family line): 98 people.
This verse records that 98 people from Ater's family (connected to Hezekiah) returned from exile to rebuild their homeland.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Ezra records the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem after their captivity under Persian rule, marking a key moment in Israel's restoration. This chapter provides a detailed census of the families and individuals who returned, including their ancestral lines and population counts, to emphasize God's faithfulness in preserving His people. Verse 16 specifically lists the descendants of Ater of Hezekiah, totaling 98, as part of this historical documentation of the exiles' repatriation.
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