KJV ORIGINAL
The children of Gazzam, the children of Uzza, the children of Phaseah,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The descendants of Gazzam, the descendants of Uzza, the descendants of Phaseah,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists three family groups who returned from exile in Babylon to help rebuild Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a detailed census list in Nehemiah 7, recording the families and groups who returned from Babylonian exile around 538-445 BC. These particular names represent temple servants (Nethinim) - people who assisted the priests and Levites in temple duties. Keeping careful records of who returned was important for reestablishing proper worship and community structure in Jerusalem.
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