KJV ORIGINAL
The children of Parosh, two thousand an hundred seventy and two.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The descendants of Parosh: 2,172 people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that 2,172 descendants of a man named Parosh returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild their homeland.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Ezra, chapter 2 is part of a detailed list of families and individuals who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, which began when the Babylonians conquered Judah and deported many of its people. This return was made possible by the Persian king Cyrus, who issued a decree around 538 BC allowing the Jews to go back and rebuild their temple. The verse specifically records the descendants of Parosh, numbering 2,172, as one group among those resettling in their homeland.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save