Ezra 10:43 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Of the sons of Nebo; Jeiel, Mattithiah, Zabad, Zebina, Jadau, and Joel, Benaiah.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

From the descendants of Nebo: Jeiel, Mattithiah, Zabad, Zebina, Jadau, Joel, and Benaiah.

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This verse lists seven men from the family line of Nebo who were part of a larger group being held accountable for their actions.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Ezra, the Jewish people had returned from exile in Babylon and were working to restore their community in Jerusalem by adhering to God's laws. They confronted the issue of intermarriages with foreign women, which was seen as a threat to their faith and identity, leading to a covenant of repentance. This verse specifically lists individuals from the clan of Nebo who were involved in these marriages and had to separate from their wives as part of that repentance.

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