Of the sons also of Adin; Ebed the son of Jonathan, and with him fifty males.
From the family of Adin: Ebed, son of Jonathan, along with fifty men.
This verse records that Ebed, from the family line of Adin, traveled with fifty other men as part of the group returning to Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Ezra, which describes the return of Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem after their captivity, Ezra is organizing a group to restore the temple and renew worship in the land. This chapter specifically lists the families and individuals who joined Ezra's expedition, emphasizing the communal effort to rebuild their society and faith. The verse mentions the sons of Adin, including Ebed son of Jonathan and fifty males, as part of this returning group, highlighting the role of specific clans in the restoration.
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