The children of Bakbuk, the children of Hakupha, the children of Harhur,
The descendants of Bakbuk, the descendants of Hakupha, the descendants of Harhur,
This verse is part of a detailed list recording the families who returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem and the temple.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Ezra, chapter 2, we find a detailed list of Jewish exiles who returned to Jerusalem from Babylon around 538 BC, after King Cyrus issued a decree allowing them to rebuild the temple. This section specifically records the names of families and their descendants, such as the children of Bakbuk, Hakupha, and Harhur, to establish their lineage and rights to land and religious duties upon their return. These genealogies were crucial for maintaining the community's identity and purity in the restored nation of Israel.
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