The twentieth lot fell to Eliathah and twelve of his sons and relatives.
Parallel translations
- WEB for the twentieth to Eliathah, his sons and his brothers, twelve;
- KJV The twentieth to Eliathah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
- BSB the twentieth to Eliathah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;
- NKJV the twentieth for Eliathah, his sons and his brethren, twelve;
- NASB for the twentieth to Eliathah, his sons and his relatives, twelve;
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Quick answer
The twentieth lot fell to Eliathah, with his sons and brothers, twelve. Another division of singers is appointed.
Overview
Eliathah, a son of Heman (25:4), heads the twentieth course. The steady progression continues toward the full twenty-four. The Chronicler's faithfulness to detail testifies that the worship of God merits careful and complete preparation, leaving nothing to chance or neglect.
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