KJV ORIGINAL
And of the sons of Bebai; Zechariah the son of Bebai, and with him twenty and eight males.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
From the family of Bebai: Zechariah, who was Bebai's son, along with twenty-eight men.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists Zechariah from the Bebai family as one of the leaders returning from exile, bringing twenty-eight men with him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a detailed record of Jewish families returning from Babylonian exile to Jerusalem around 458 BC under Ezra's leadership. These lists were important for establishing proper lineage and ensuring that only legitimate Israelites participated in rebuilding their nation and temple. The Bebai family was one of the established clans that had maintained their identity during the decades of exile.
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