The children of Lebana, the children of Hagaba, the children of Shalmai,
The descendants of Lebana, the descendants of Hagaba, the descendants of Shalmai,
This verse lists three family groups who were part of the temple servants returning from exile in Babylon.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Nehemiah, chapter 7, we find a detailed register of families and individuals who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, as part of efforts to rebuild the city and restore Jewish society. This list, including verse 48 which names families like the children of Lebana, Hagaba, and Shalmai, served to verify lineages and ensure community integrity, reflecting the importance of genealogical records in maintaining national and religious identity. Such records helped organize the returning exiles and prevent disputes over land and temple service.
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