Ezra 2:29
“The children of Nebo, fifty and two.”

What does Ezra 2:29 mean?
Ezra 2:29 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "The men of Kirjathjearim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, seven hundred forty and three." This verse is part of the long list of the families who returned to Jerusalem from Babylonian captivity. The book of Ezra provides the…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Legacy of Nebo: A Call to Faithfulness and Community
In the pages of the Old Testament, we find a narrative that speaks profoundly to themes of restoration, identity, and divine fellowship. Ezra 2:29 offers us a glimpse into the returning exiles and, while at first glance, it may appear to be a mere record of numbers, the verse…
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Heavenly Father, We come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your presence and guidance as we reflect on the truths found in Your Word. Lord, we are reminded of the verse from Ezra 2:29 that reads, "The children of Nebo, fifty and two" and its significance in the greater…
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