Ezra 2:49

“The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai,”

"The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai," - Ezra 2:49
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What does Ezra 2:49 mean?

Ezra 2:49 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "The children of Kirjath-Arim, Chephirah, and Beeroth, seven hundred and forty and three." This verse is part of a list of the families of the people who returned from exile to Jerusalem under the leadership of Zerubbabel…

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Restoration and Remembering: The Faithful Legacy of God's People

The scripture from Ezra 2:49—"The children of Uzza, the children of Paseah, the children of Besai"—may seem like just names on a page, but within these words lies a powerful testament to the faithfulness of God’s people and their journey towards restoration. This chapter of Ezra…

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Prayer for Restoration and Unity through Our Heritage

Heavenly Father, We come before Thy throne of grace, acknowledging Your sovereignty and the truth of Your word. Today, as we reflect on Ezra 2:49—the names of the children of Uzza, Paseah, and Besai—we are reminded of the reality and significance of our heritage. Each name…

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Ezra 2:24 - "The children of Azmaveth, forty and two."
Ezra 2:39 - "The children of Harim, a thousand and seventeen."
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Ezra 2:27 - "The men of Michmas, an hundred twenty and two."
Ezra 2:29 - "The children of Nebo, fifty and two."
Ezra 2:56 - "The children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,"
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Ezra 2:53 - "The children of Barkos, the children of Sisera, the children of Thamah,"
Ezra 2:48 - "The children of Rezin, the children of Nekoda, the children of Gazzam,"
Ezra 2:15 - "The children of Adin, four hundred fifty and four."
Ezra 7:2 - "The son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,"
Ezra 2:21 - "The children of Beth-lehem, an hundred twenty and three."
Ezra 2:45 - "The children of Lebanah, the children of Hagabah, the children of Akkub,"
Ezra 2:51 - "The children of Bakbuk, the children of Hakupha, the children of Harhur,"