the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,
Parallel translations
- WEB the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,
- KJV The son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,
- NKJV the son of Shallum, the son of Zadok, the son of Ahitub,
- NASB son of Shallum, son of Zadok, son of Ahitub,
- NLT son of Shallum, son of Zadok, son of Ahitub,
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Quick answer
Ezra's genealogy continues through Zadok and Ahitub. His descent is traced through the recognized high-priestly line.
Overview
This portion of the lineage names Shallum, Zadok, and Ahitub, linking Ezra to Zadok, the faithful priest of David and Solomon's era (2 Samuel 8:17). The genealogy, though abbreviated, establishes Ezra's legitimate priestly credentials. Such careful attention to priestly descent underscores how seriously God's people guarded the integrity of those who would minister before Him.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 2
- 1 Kgs 2:35And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place.
- 2 Sam 8:17Zadok son of Ahitub and Ahimelech son of Abiathar were priests; Seraiah was the scribe;
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