These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their chief men, had duties for ministering in the house of the LORD, just as their brothers did.
Parallel translations
- WEB Of these were the divisions of the doorkeepers, even of the chief men, having offices like their brothers, to minister in Yahweh’s house.
- KJV Among these were the divisions of the porters, even among the chief men, having wards one against another, to minister in the house of the LORD.
- NKJV Among these were the divisions of the gatekeepers, among the chief men, having duties just like their brethren, to serve in the house of the Lord.
- NASB To these divisions of the gatekeepers, to the chief men, were given duties like their relatives, to serve in the house of the Lord.
- NLT These divisions of the gatekeepers were named for their family leaders, and like the other Levites, they served at the house of the Lord.
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Quick answer
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers, with their chief men assigned duties like their brothers to minister in the Lord's house. The gatekeepers are organized for ministry alongside the other Levites.
Overview
The Chronicler summarizes that the gatekeepers, like the priests and musicians, were arranged in divisions with recognized leaders. Their work is described as ministering in the Lord's house, dignifying their guardianship as true service to God. This shows that even tasks of watching and guarding are sacred when done for the Lord, and that all who serve Him faithfully share in the honor of His house.
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- 1 Chr 25:8They cast lots for their duties, young and old alike, teacher as well as pupil.
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