KJV ORIGINAL
Now these are the generations of Pharez: Pharez begat Hezron,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Now these are the family records of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse begins a genealogy showing the family line that came from Perez, tracing the ancestors that would eventually lead to King David.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy appears at the end of Ruth's story and connects her family line to the broader history of Israel. Perez was one of the twin sons born to Judah and Tamar (Genesis 38), making him an ancestor in the tribe of Judah. This genealogical record was important for establishing family inheritance rights and showing how Ruth, a Moabite woman, became part of Israel's royal lineage.
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