Sundanese Bible (Sunda) - KITAB SUCI (LAISUN) 1991
Gersom, ti golongan Pinehas. Daniel, ti golongan Itamar. Hatus bin Sekanya, ti golongan Daud. Jakaria, ti golongan Paros jeung 150 urang kulawargana (sajarah katurunanana kacatet). Elyunai bin Serahya, ti golongan Pahat Moab jeung 200 urang kulawargana. Sekanya bin Yehasiel, ti golongan Satu jeung 300 urang kulawargana. Ebed bin Yonatan, ti golongan Adin jeung 50 urang kulawargana. Yesaya bin Atalya, ti golongan Elam jeung 70 urang kulawargana. Sebaya bin Mikael, ti golongan Sepaca jeung 80 urang kulawargana. Obaja bin Yehiel, ti golongan Yoab jeung 218 urang kulawargana. Selomit bin Yosipiya, ti golongan Bani jeung 160 urang kulawargana. Jakaria bin Bebai, ti golongan Bebai jeung 28 urang kulawargana. Yohanan bin Hakatan, ti golongan Asgad jeung 110 urang kulawargana. Elipelet, Yehiel jeung Semaya ti golongan Adonikam jeung 60 urang kulawargana (marulangna rada pandeuri). Utay jeung Sakur ti golongan Bigwai jeung 70 urang kulawargana.
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.