Nehemiah 7:17
“The children of Azgad, two thousand three hundred twenty-two.”
What does Nehemiah 7:17 mean?
This line appears in Nehemiah's record of the families who returned from exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem. The Azgad family group numbered over 2,300 people, which made them one of the larger family units among those making the journey home. These weren't just numbers on a list, but real families with their possessions, hopes, and stories, all contributing to the enormous task of restoring their nation. Including these specific counts honored each family's sacrifice and showed that God's people were returning in significant numbers to fulfill his promise.