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The children of Gibbar, ninety-five.

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God's Meticulous Record

Commentators note that this verse is part of a detailed list of families returning from exile. The specific accounting, mentioning the ninety-five individuals from Gibbar, highlights that God keeps a precise record of His people. No one is forgotten in His plan of restoration.

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Ezra

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John Gill

John Gill

On Ezra 2:20

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Ezra 2:3).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ezra 2:1–35

17th Century

Minister

An account was kept of the families that came up out of captivity. See how sin lowers a nation, which righteousness would exalt!