KJV ORIGINAL
The children of Neziah, the children of Hatipha.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The descendants of Neziah, the descendants of Hatipha.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists two family groups who returned from exile to help rebuild Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of a detailed census that Nehemiah recorded of all the Jewish families who returned from Babylonian exile around 538-445 BC. These families were temple servants (Nethinim) who helped with various duties in the rebuilt temple. Keeping careful records of who belonged to Israel was crucial for reestablishing their community and worship after decades in captivity.
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