And he had thirty sons that rode on thirty ass colts, and they had thirty cities, which are called Havothjair unto this day, which are in the land of Gilead.
He had thirty sons who each rode on young donkeys, and they controlled thirty cities. These cities are still called Havoth-jair to this day, and they are located in the land of Gilead.
This verse describes how Jair, one of Israel's judges, had thirty sons who each governed a city, showing his wealth, influence, and the extent of his family's control in the region.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Judges, Jair is described as one of the judges who led Israel during a time of recurring cycles of sin, oppression, and deliverance by God. This verse highlights Jair's prominence and wealth, as he had thirty sons who each rode on a donkey colt and controlled thirty cities in the region of Gilead, known as Havothjair. The mention of "Havothjair" means "the villages of Jair," reflecting the lasting influence of his leadership in that area.
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