KJV ORIGINAL
The children of Reaiah, the children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The descendants of Reaiah, the descendants of Rezin, the descendants of Nekoda,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is part of a detailed list recording the families of temple servants who returned from exile in Babylon to help rebuild Jerusalem.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in Nehemiah's census of the Jewish people who returned from Babylonian exile around 538-445 BC. These families were likely Nethinim (temple servants) who assisted the priests and Levites in temple duties. Keeping detailed genealogical records was crucial for maintaining proper worship practices and establishing legitimate claims to serve in the rebuilt temple.
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