the descendants of Parosh, 2,172;
Parallel translations
- WEB The children of Parosh, two thousand one hundred seventy-two.
- KJV The children of Parosh, two thousand an hundred seventy and two.
- NKJV the sons of Parosh, two thousand one hundred and seventy-two;
- NASB the sons of Parosh, 2,172;
- NLT The family of Parosh 2,172
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Quick answer
The descendants of Parosh number 2,172. The census begins enumerating the returning families.
Overview
This is the first in a series of family counts among the returnees. Such genealogical records mattered for establishing rightful inheritance in the land and lawful participation in the covenant community. Though to modern readers a mere list, these names testify that God knows and numbers His people individually, none overlooked in His restoration.
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