Ezra 2:48
“The children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,”

What does Ezra 2:48 mean?
Ezra 2:48 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "The children of Lebana, the children of Hagaba, the children of Shalmai," This verse is part of a list in the book of Ezra that catalogs the names of the heads of families who returned to Jerusalem from exile in Babylon…
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In the book of Ezra, we delve into the profound journey of the Israelites as they return from Babylonian exile to rebuild Jerusalem and restore their identity as God’s chosen people. Among the detailed accounts of families and their tribal origins, we encounter Ezra 2:48, which…
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Heavenly Father, With hearts humbled before You, we come together in reverence and awe of Your holy presence. We acknowledge that You are the Creator of heaven and earth, and we thank You for being a God who hears our prayers. Lord, as we reflect on Your Word found in Ezra 2:48…
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