the sons of Keros, the sons of Siaha, the sons of Padon,
Parallel translations
- WEB the children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the children of Padon,
- KJV The children of Keros, the children of Siaha, the children of Padon,
- BSB the descendants of Keros, the descendants of Siaha, the descendants of Padon,
- NKJV the sons of Keros, the sons of Siaha, the sons of Padon,
- NLT Keros, Siaha, Padon,
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More families of temple servants are named here. The roll of these humble workers continues.
Overview
Additional Nethinim families are listed among the returnees. The detailed naming of these servants honors their place in the temple's work. Their presence underscores that God values faithful labor at every level of His service.
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- Neh 7:47the children of Keros, the children of Sia, the children of Padon,
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