Ezra 2:56

“The children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel,”

"The children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel," - Ezra 2:56
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What does Ezra 2:56 mean?

Ezra 2:56 in the King James Version of the Bible reads: "The children of Jedaiah, of the house of Jeshua, nine hundred seventy and three." This verse is part of a list of the families and the heads of households who returned from exile in Babylon to Jerusalem during the reign of…

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Restoration Through Lineage: A Call to Remember

In the book of Ezra, we come across a verse that might seem mundane at first glance: "The children of Jaalah, the children of Darkon, the children of Giddel" (Ezra 2:56 KJV). This verse is part of a larger passage that records the genealogy of the exiled Israelites who returned…

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A Prayer for Unity and Restoration Among the Children of God

Heavenly Father, As we gather in Your presence today, we come with hearts full of gratitude and reverence for who You are and all that You have done in our lives. We turn our attention to Your Holy Scriptures, where we are reminded of the lineage and heritage of Your people. In…

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