KJV ORIGINAL
Amariah, Malluch, Hattush,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Amariah, Malluch, Hattush,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse continues listing the names of priests who returned from exile in Babylon to help rebuild Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
Nehemiah 12:2 is part of a list of priests who returned to Jerusalem from exile in Babylon during the Persian Empire, as recorded in the Book of Nehemiah, which focuses on the rebuilding of the city and its religious community. This verse appears in a section detailing the genealogies and roles of these leaders, emphasizing the restoration of worship and national identity after the exile. These names reflect the historical effort to maintain the priesthood's continuity amid challenges of resettlement.
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