Their horses were seven hundred and thirty-six, their mules two hundred and forty-five,
Parallel translations
- WEB Their horses were seven hundred thirty-six; their mules, two hundred forty-five;
- KJV Their horses, seven hundred thirty and six: their mules, two hundred forty and five:
- BSB They had 736 horses, 245 mules,
- NASB Their horses were 736; their mules, 245;
- NLT They took with them 736 horses, 245 mules,
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Quick answer
The returnees brought 736 horses and 245 mules. Their livestock is recorded as part of the return.
Overview
This begins a tally of the animals the community brought back, indicating their resources for travel and resettlement. The inventory shows God provided not only people but the means to rebuild their life in the land. Such practical provision reflects the Lord's comprehensive care for His restored people.
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- Ezra 2:66–67Their horses were seven hundred thirty-six; their mules, two hundred forty-five;
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