1 Chronicles 6:23
Amharic 2000 (የአማርኛ መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (ሰማንያ አሃዱ))
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists a lineage from the Bible, naming Elkanah as the son of Ebiasaph, and Assir as the son of Elkanah. There is no direct speaker; it's part of a genealogical record. The key message is to establish family lineage.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a family tree where you write down who your parents are and who their parents are. This verse is like that, but for people in the Bible. It tells us the names of some family members.
Historical Background
This verse comes from 1 Chronicles, a book written by Jewish scribes after the Babylonian exile, around the 4th century BC. The audience was the returned exiles, and the setting was a time of rebuilding both the temple and the community's identity.
Living It Out Today
Understanding genealogies can help us see the importance of knowing our roots and how our family history shapes us. For example, if you knew your great-grandfather was a pioneer in technology, you might feel more inspired to pursue a tech career.