the men of Bethlehem and Netophah, one hundred and eighty-eight;
Parallel translations
- WEB The men of Bethlehem and Netophah, one hundred eighty-eight.
- KJV The men of Bethlehem and Netophah, an hundred fourscore and eight.
- BSB the men of Bethlehem and Netophah, 188;
- NASB the men of Bethlehem and Netophah, 188;
- NLT The people of Bethlehem and Netophah 188
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Quick answer
The men of Bethlehem and Netophah returned, numbering 188. The towns of Judah were being repopulated.
Overview
The register now names returnees by their hometowns, showing the rebuilding of community life across Judah. Bethlehem's mention is notable, for it would be the birthplace of David and, ultimately, of Christ (Micah 5:2; Matthew 2:1). God's preservation of these towns kept alive the line and place through which the Messiah would come.
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- Ezra 2:21–22The children of Bethlehem, one hundred twenty-three.
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