The citizens of Senaah 3,930
Parallel translations
- WEB The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred thirty.
- KJV The children of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
- BSB and the descendants of Senaah, 3,930.
- NKJV the sons of Senaah, three thousand nine hundred and thirty.
- NASB the sons of Senaah, 3,930.
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Quick answer
The people of Senaah returned, numbering 3,930. This was among the largest groups in the list.
Overview
Senaah's exceptionally large return concludes the section listing returnees by family and town. Such a great number highlights the surprising size of the remnant God preserved and brought home. The abundance testifies to the Lord's gracious faithfulness, gathering a numerous people to Himself even after judgment (Isaiah 11:11-12).
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- Ezra 2:35The children of Senaah, three thousand six hundred thirty.
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