Of the sons also of Bigvai; Uthai, and Zabbud, and with them seventy males.
From the family of Bigvai: Uthai and Zabbud, along with seventy men.
This verse is listing another family group that returned from exile in Babylon, showing God's faithfulness in bringing His people back home.
📚 Historical Context
During the time of Ezra, the Jewish people were returning from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem and restore their worship practices after decades of captivity. Ezra 8 provides a detailed list of families and individuals who joined this journey, emphasizing the importance of community organization and genealogical records to maintain their national and spiritual identity. This specific verse mentions the sons of Bigvai as part of that roster, illustrating how every group contributed to the collective effort of restoration.
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