Persian Bible (FACB) 2005 - Persian Contemporary Bible
از طايفه فرعوش 2 ٬172 نفر؛ از طايفهٔ شفطيا 372 نفر؛ از طايفۀ آرح 775 نفر؛ از طايفۀ فحت موآب (كه از نسل يشوع و يوآب بود) 2 ٬812 نفر؛ از طايفۀ عيلام 1 ٬254 نفر؛ از طايفهٔ زتو 945 نفر؛ از طايفۀ زكای 760 نفر؛ از طايفهٔ بانی 642 نفر؛ از طايفهٔ ببای 623 نفر؛ از طايفۀ ازجد 1 ٬222 نفر؛ از طايفۀ ادونيقام 666 نفر؛ از طايفۀ بغوای 2 ٬056 نفر؛ از طايفۀ عادين 454 نفر؛ از طايفۀ آطير (كه از نسل حزقيا بود) 98 نفر؛ از طايفۀ بيصای 323 نفر؛ از طايفۀ يوره 112 نفر؛ از طايفۀ حاشوم 223 نفر؛ از طايفۀ جبار 95 نفر؛ از طايفۀ بيتلحم 123 نفر؛ از طايفۀ نطوفه 56 نفر؛ از طايفۀ عناتوت 128 نفر؛ از طايفۀ عزموت 42 نفر؛ از طايفههای قريت يعاريم و كفيره و بئيروت 743 نفر؛ از طايفههای رامه و جبع 621 نفر؛ از طايفهٔ مخماس 122 نفر؛ از طايفههای بيتئيل و عای 223 نفر؛ از طايفۀ نبو 52 نفر؛ از طايفۀ مغبيش 156 نفر؛ از طايفۀ عيلام 1 ٬254 نفر؛ از طايفۀ حاريم 320 نفر؛ از طايفههای لود، حاديد و اونو 725 نفر؛ از طايفۀ اريحا 345 نفر؛ از طايفۀ سناعه 3 ٬630 نفر.
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists the number of people from the family of Parosh who returned from exile. It's part of a larger list of people returning to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. The key message is about the return and restoration of a specific family group.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big family reunion, and you need to count everyone who comes. This verse is like counting all the cousins from one part of the family who came to the party. They came back home after being away for a long time.
Historical Background
This verse is from the Book of Ezra, written by Ezra the scribe, likely in the 5th century BCE. It was written to document the return of the Israelites from Babylonian captivity to Jerusalem and the rebuilding of the temple. The audience would have been the returned exiles and future generations of Jews.
Living It Out Today
Imagine moving back to your hometown after living away for a long time. This verse reminds us of the importance of community and the joy of returning home. It can inspire us to connect with our roots and contribute to our communities.
What was the main reason for the census in Ezra 2:3?
The census was conducted to account for the people returning from exile and to organize the rebuilding efforts of Jerusalem and the temple.
How does this census help us understand the post-exilic period?
The census provides insight into the population and structure of the community returning to Jerusalem, reflecting their efforts to reestablish their lives and religious practices.
Can Ezra 2:3 help us in understanding community roles?
Yes, the verse highlights the importance of each family unit in the community and their role in the larger context of rebuilding and restoration.
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Ezra?
This verse is part of a detailed account of the return and rebuilding process, illustrating the importance of each individual and family in the restoration of Israel.