Ethan, Zimmah, Shimei,
Parallel translations
- WEB the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,
- KJV The son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,
- BSB the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,
- NKJV the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,
- NASB the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei,
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Quick answer
The line continues back through Ethan, Zimmah, and Shimei. Asaph's ancestry is traced further toward Gershom.
Overview
The Chronicler steadily follows Asaph's descent through the Gershomite family of Levites. The repeated naming underscores the continuity of those set apart for sacred service. It testifies again to God's faithfulness in maintaining a people devoted to his worship.
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