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Of the Levites: Shemaiah the son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, of the sons of Merari;
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A Blueprint for Rebuilding
Commentators explain that these genealogies were not merely historical records but served a vital, practical purpose. They acted as a guide for the Jews returning from captivity, helping them identify their lineage, know where to settle, and understand their specific roles in re-establishing the community and its worship.
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19th Century
Anglican
(14–17) The Levites resident in Jerusalem (Nehemiah 11:15–19).
Word for word, it is the same as in Nehemiah, that is, e…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And of the Levites Having given an account of the two first classes of the people, the Israelites and priests, the a…
Presbyterian
This chapter expresses that one end of recording all these genealogies was to direct the Jews, when they returned from captivity, with whom to unit…
