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Book of Genesis - Chapter 46 - Verse 12

46:12
And the sons of Judah; Er, and Onan, and Shelah, and Pharez, and Zarah: but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. And the sons of Pharez were Hezron and Hamul.

Meaning

The verse 'And the sons of Judah; Er, and Onan, and Shelah, and Pharez, and Zarah: but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. And the sons of Pharez were Hezron and Hamul.' from the book of Genesis is genealogical in nature, tracing the descendants of Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. Judah was an important figure in Israelite history, being the one through whom the royal line descended ultimately leading to King David and Jesus Christ. The verse mentions Er and Onan, who died in the land of Canaan, which serves as a reminder of the mortality of all individuals. The mention of Pharez, Hezron, and Hamul highlights the continuation of the lineage and the importance of preserving one's family line. Genealogies were significant in biblical times as they provided a record of one's heritage and lineage, ensuring the preservation of family history and identity. This verse demonstrates the importance of lineage and the passing down of ancestral heritage in the ancient world.

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