The children of Ater, of Hezekiah, ninety-eight.
Parallel translations
- KJV The children of Ater of Hezekiah, ninety and eight.
- BSB the descendants of Ater (through Hezekiah), 98;
- NKJV the sons of Ater of Hezekiah, ninety-eight;
- NASB the sons of Ater, of Hezekiah, 98;
- NLT The family of Ater (descendants of Hezekiah) 98
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Quick answer
The family of Ater, through Hezekiah, returned, numbering 98. Even small clans were counted and valued.
Overview
This entry traces Ater's line through Hezekiah, distinguishing it within the larger register Nehemiah recorded. That even a household of 98 is named shows God values each part of His people, not only the large clans. The careful inclusion of the small reflects the heart of the Lord, who does not despise the day of small things (Zechariah 4:10).
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Cross-references · 1
- Ezra 2:16The children of Ater, of Hezekiah, ninety-eight.
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