Nkesoos yog Finehas cuab kwvtij Daniyees yog Ithamas cuab kwvtij Sekaniyas tus tub Hatus yog Daviv cuab kwvtij Xakhaliyas yog Paluses cuab kwvtij nrog ib puas tsib caug leej txivneej ntawm nws cuab kwvtij (lawv puavleej sau npe raws li lawv cajces tsevneeg) Xakhaliyas tus tub Elihaunais yog Pahas Mau-am cuab kwvtij nrog ob puas leej txivneej Yahaxiyees tus tub Sekaniyas yog Xatus cuab kwvtij nrog peb puas leej txivneej Yaunathas tus tub Enpes yog Adines cuab kwvtij nrog tsib caug leej txivneej Athaliyas tus tub Yesaiyas yog Elas cuab kwvtij nrog xya caum leej txivneej Mikhayees tus tub Xenpadiyas yog Sefatiyas cuab kwvtij nrog yim caum leej txivneej Yehiyees tus tub Aunpadiyas yog Yau-am cuab kwvtij nrog ob puas kaum yim leej txivneej Yausifiyas tus tub Selaumis yog Npanis cuab kwvtij nrog ib puas rau caum leej txivneej Npenpais tus tub Xakhaliyas yog Npenpais cuab kwvtij nrog nees nkaum yim leej txivneej Hakatas tus tub Yauhanas yog Ankas cuab kwvtij nrog ib puas kaum leej txivneej Elifeles, Ye-ules thiab Semayas yog Adunikas cuab kwvtij nrog rau caum leej txivneej (lawv yog cov uas tom qab no mam los) Uthais thiab Xakules yog Npivais cuab kwvtij nrog xya caum leej txivneej.
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists three names from different family lines: Gershom from the family of Phinehas, Daniel from the family of Ithamar, and Hattush from the family of David. It's part of a genealogical record in Ezra, detailing people involved in a return from exile. The key message is about lineage and community involvement in the rebuilding of Jerusalem.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're making a family tree. This verse is like adding three important branches to a big family tree. Gershom, Daniel, and Hattush are like the main characters in their family stories, helping to tell a bigger story about bringing people back home.
Historical Background
Ezra, a priest and scribe, wrote this during the time when the Israelites were returning from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem. The book of Ezra was written around 450-420 BCE, aimed at inspiring and guiding the returning exiles as they rebuilt their community and temple.
Living It Out Today
Consider a scenario where a community is rebuilding after a disaster. Leaders from different family backgrounds might come together, similar to Gershom, Daniel, and Hattush. Their combined efforts are crucial for the community's revival and strength.
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It shows the importance of diverse leadership and family representation in community rebuilding efforts.
How is this verse relevant to today's readers?
It illustrates the value of collaboration and diversity in rebuilding efforts, applicable to modern community projects and initiatives.
Why are these specific names mentioned?
These names represent key figures from important family lines, emphasizing their roles and contributions to the return from exile.
How does this verse connect to the broader theme of Ezra?
It is part of a detailed genealogical record, showing the lineage of those returning to Jerusalem, crucial for establishing their legitimacy and role in rebuilding.