Abishua fathered Bukki, Bukki fathered Uzzi,
Parallel translations
- WEB Abishua became the father of Bukki. Bukki became the father of Uzzi.
- KJV And Abishua begat Bukki, and Bukki begat Uzzi,
- BSB Abishua was the father of Bukki, Bukki was the father of Uzzi,
- NKJV Abishua begot Bukki, and Bukki begot Uzzi;
- NLT Abishua was the father of Bukki. Bukki was the father of Uzzi.
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Quick answer
The priestly line continues through Bukki and Uzzi. It carries the high-priestly succession forward another generation.
Overview
Abishua's descendants Bukki and Uzzi extend the chain of high priests descended from Aaron through Eleazar. The Chronicler's unbroken record affirms the continuity of Israel's priesthood. Each name represents a link in the line entrusted with leading the people in worship before God.
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