The children of Elam, a thousand two hundred fifty and four.
The descendants of Elam: 1,254 people.
This verse records that 1,254 descendants of Elam returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
Ezra 2 is part of the biblical record of the Jewish exiles returning from Babylon to Jerusalem after their captivity, which began with the destruction of the temple in 586 BC. This chapter provides a detailed census of the families and individuals who returned, including the descendants of Elam with 1,254 people, as a way to organize and restore the community under Persian rule following King Cyrus's decree around 538 BC. This list underscores the historical effort to rebuild Jewish society and the temple, reflecting God's promise to restore His people.
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