Nehemiah 11:13
The Scripture
(13) And his brethren, chief of the fathers, two hundred forty and two: and Amashai the son of Azareel, the son of Ahasai, the son of Meshillemoth, the son of Immer,
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Nehemiah records the census of the people of Judah after the exile, noting how many remained and how many had gone to other lands. The chapter lists the groups that stayed, such as the priests, Levites, and those who had not left, and warns of the consequences of idolatry. It also shows the importance of faithful obedience and repentance for God's covenant.
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