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These were the heads of their fathers` houses: even Epher, and Ishi, and Eliel, and Azriel, and Jeremiah, and Hodaviah, and Jahdiel, mighty men of valor, famous men, heads of their fathers` houses.

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Leaders Worth Remembering

The verse lists seven leaders of Manasseh, describing them as "mighty men of valor" and "famous men." Commentators note that even though their specific deeds are not recorded, their honorable reputation was preserved. This shows the importance God's people placed on character, courage, and leadership, leaving a legacy even when details are lost to time.

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1 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 5:24

19th Century

Bishop

And these were the heads ... (name lost) Epher, and Ishi ... —Of these seven

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 5:24

17th Century

Pastor

And these were the heads of the house of their fathers
Some of the principal men of this half tribe:

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 5:1–26

17th Century

Minister

This chapter gives some account of the two tribes and a half seated on the east side of Jordan. They were taken captive by the king of Assyria beca…