The descendants of Perez who settled in Jerusalem totaled 468 men of valor.
Parallel translations
- WEB All the sons of Perez who lived in Jerusalem were four hundred sixty-eight valiant men.
- KJV All the sons of Perez that dwelt at Jerusalem were four hundred threescore and eight valiant men.
- NKJV All the sons of Perez who dwelt at Jerusalem were four hundred and sixty-eight valiant men.
- NASB All the sons of Perez who lived in Jerusalem were 468 able men.
- NLT There were 468 descendants of Perez who lived in Jerusalem—all outstanding men.
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Quick answer
468 capable men of Perez's line lived in Jerusalem. The number records the strength of Judah's presence in the holy city.
Overview
A total of 468 'valiant' or able men from the descendants of Perez settled in Jerusalem. The note of their capability suggests men fit for service and defense of the city. Such tallies show the restored community was real and substantial, not merely a remnant of names, as God rebuilt his people in the land.
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