KJV ORIGINAL
The singers: the children of Asaph, an hundred twenty and eight.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The singers: the descendants of Asaph, 128 people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is listing the number of worship singers from Asaph's family who returned from exile to rebuild the temple.
📚 Historical Context
Ezra 2 is part of the biblical account of the Jewish exiles returning from Babylon to Jerusalem after their captivity, as described in the Old Testament. This chapter lists the various families and groups, including priests, Levites, and singers, who came back to rebuild the temple and restore worship in the land. The singers from the descendants of Asaph were musicians dedicated to leading praise, carrying on a tradition that originated during the time of King David.
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