KJV ORIGINAL
The children of Zattu, nine hundred forty and five.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The descendants of Zattu numbered 945 people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that 945 people from the family line of Zattu returned from exile in Babylon.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Ezra, this verse is part of a detailed census of the Jewish exiles returning from Babylon to Jerusalem after their captivity, which occurred as a result of the Babylonian conquest of Judah. This return was authorized by King Cyrus of Persia around 538 BC, allowing the Jews to rebuild their temple and restore their community. The mention of the children of Zattu, totaling 945 individuals, highlights the emphasis on family lineages to maintain tribal identity and ensure the proper resettlement of the people.
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