The children of Gibbar, ninety and five.
The descendants of Gibbar: 95 people.
This verse records that 95 descendants of a family named Gibbar returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild their homeland.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Ezra documents the return of Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem after the edict of Cyrus in 538 BC, marking the beginning of the post-exilic period in Israel's history. This chapter provides a detailed census of the families and individuals who returned, emphasizing the restoration of the community and the importance of lineage in Jewish identity. Verse 2:20 specifically lists the descendants of Gibbar and their number as part of this broader record, illustrating the meticulous effort to preserve the heritage of the returning people.
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