Ezra 2:24

Ezra 2:24 Meaning and Explanation

The children of Azmaveth, forty and two.

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The small settlement of Azmaveth is counted in the register.

What Does Ezra 2:24 Mean?

Azmaveth, a small place near Jerusalem, returns with just forty-two people — among the fewest on the list.

The smallest count is recorded as faithfully as the largest. God's restoration leaves no hamlet behind; even forty-two souls reclaiming their home matter to the rebuilding of His people.

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What does Ezra 2:24 mean?

The small settlement of Azmaveth is counted in the register.

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