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1 Chronicles 2:54 Β· KJV

"The sons of Salma; Beth-lehem, and the Netophathites, Ataroth, the house of Joab, and half of the Manahethites, the Zorites."

King James Version

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Passage Context

52And Shobal the father of Kirjath-jearim had sons; Haroeh, and half of the Manahethites.
53And the families of Kirjath-jearim; the Ithrites, and the Puhites, and the Shumathites, and the Mishraites; of them came the Zareathites, and the Eshtaulites.
54The sons of Salma; Beth-lehem, and the Netophathites, Ataroth, the house of Joab, and half of the Manahethites, the Zorites.
55And the families of the scribes which dwelt at Jabez; the Tirathites, the Shimeathites, and Suchathites. These are the Kenites that came of Hemath, the father of the house of Rechab.

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Reflection Questions

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How does knowing your heritage shape your identity?

2

What does it mean for you to belong to a community?

3

When have you felt a strong connection to your roots?

Life Application

family

Consider reaching out to family members to learn more about your ancestry. Reflect on how your family's history influences your life today.

Places in This Verse

Beth-lehem(Bethlehem today)

A significant biblical city, known for its association with David and the birth of Jesus.

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