The children of Solomon’s servants: the children of Sotai, the children of Sophereth, the children of Perida,
The descendants of Solomon's servants: the descendants of Sotai, the descendants of Sophereth, the descendants of Perida,
This verse lists some of the families whose ancestors had served in King Solomon's court and were now returning from exile in Babylon.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Nehemiah records the efforts of Jewish leaders to rebuild Jerusalem and restore community life after the Babylonian exile in the 5th century BC. In Chapter 7, a detailed census is taken of the returning exiles to organize the population, verify genealogies, and ensure social and religious purity. This verse specifically lists descendants of Solomon's servants, who were likely temple workers or laborers from King Solomon's era, underscoring the importance of lineage in reestablishing the nation's structure.
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