Genesis 10:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Unto Shem also, the father of all the children of Eber, the brother of Japheth the elder, even to him were children born.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Shem, who was the ancestor of all of Eber's descendants and the brother of Japheth (the older brother), also had children.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is introducing Shem's family line, identifying him as the ancestor of the Hebrews and noting his place among Noah's sons.

📚 Historical Context

This verse appears in the Table of Nations, a genealogical record of Noah's descendants after the flood. Shem is one of Noah's three sons, and his lineage is particularly significant because it leads to Abraham and the Hebrew people. The mention of Eber is important because the term 'Hebrew' likely derives from his name.

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