Hushim fathered Abitub and Elpaal. It belongs to the long lists of names that are hard to pronounce and can seem uninviting, dry, and of no particular interest. It is part of the genealogical record that preserves Israel's family lines and tribal identity.
It belongs to the records used after the exile to establish hereditary descent for land assignments and temple service. It shows that God is particular, in that He instructed His people to keep records of genealogies and moved His scribes to record them. It reflects that a faithful record of each soul is kept in the books of heaven.
Hushim fathered Abitub and Elpaal. It belongs to the long lists of names that are hard to pronounce and can seem uninviting, dry, and of no particular interest. It is part of the genealogical record that preserves Israel's family lines and tribal identity.
It belongs to the records used after the exile to establish hereditary descent for land assignments and temple service. It shows that God is particular, in that He instructed His people to keep records of genealogies and moved His scribes to record them. It reflects that a faithful record of each soul is kept in the books of heaven.