Nehemiah 11:7
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
وَهَؤُلاءِ هُمْ بَنُو بَنْيامِيْنَ الَّذِينَ سَكَنُوا فِي القُدْسِ: سَلُّو بْنُ مَشُلّامَ بْنِ يُوعِيدَ بْنِ فَدايا بْنِ قُولايا بْنِ مَعَسِيّا بْنِ إيثِيئِيلَ بْنِ يَشَعْيا،
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists the descendants of Benjamin, starting with Sallu and tracing his ancestry back several generations. It helps establish family lineage within the tribe of Benjamin.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're making a family tree. This verse does something similar, showing how Sallu is connected to his great-great-grandfathers. It's like saying, 'This is Sallu, and this is who his family is.'
Historical Background
Nehemiah was written around 445 B.C. Nehemiah, the author, was a Jewish governor in Jerusalem who helped rebuild the city walls. This passage was likely written to record the genealogical information of the returned exiles and their resettlement in Jerusalem.
Living It Out Today
Understanding family lineage and heritage is important. Imagine organizing your family reunion; knowing who's related to whom helps you plan and strengthen family bonds.
Topics
genealogyfamilyancestrylineagereconstructionhistory
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is genealogy important in the Bible?
Genealogy helps establish family connections, legitimacy of leadership, and traces the fulfillment of divine promises. It's crucial for understanding the history and continuity of God's plan.
What does this verse tell us about Sallu?
This verse tells us Sallu's lineage, showing he is from the tribe of Benjamin and tracing his ancestors back several generations, which establishes his place within the community.
How does this genealogical information help us understand the historical context?
It provides insight into the resettlement of Jerusalem after the exile and helps us understand the social and political structure of the time.
Why might Nehemiah have included this genealogical information?
Nehemiah likely included this information to solidify the identity of the returning exiles and to establish the rightful descendants of the original tribes of Israel.