1 Chronicles 8:23

1 Chronicles 8:23 Meaning and Explanation

And Abdon, and Zichri, and Hanan,

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The descendants of Shashak continue with Abdon, Zichri, and Hanan.

What Does 1 Chronicles 8:23 Mean?

More of Shashak's line is recorded. The steady listing reflects the chronicler's care to preserve the full shape of the tribe.

Hanan means 'gracious,' rooted in the word for God's unmerited favor. Grace is the air these families breathed, whether they knew it or not. Every life listed here was upheld by a kindness it never earned -- the same grace that meets us still.

1 Chronicles 8:23 in the Original Language

chanan (חָנַן), 'to be gracious' -- the root behind names that confess God's unearned favor.

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What does 1 Chronicles 8:23 mean?

The descendants of Shashak continue with Abdon, Zichri, and Hanan.

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