These were the divisions of the gatekeepers of the sons of Korah and of the sons of Merari.
Parallel translations
- WEB These were the divisions of the doorkeepers; of the sons of the Korahites, and of the sons of Merari.
- KJV These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari.
- BSB These were the divisions of the gatekeepers who were descendants of Korah and Merari.
- NKJV These were the divisions of the gatekeepers among the sons of Korah and among the sons of Merari.
- NLT These were the divisions of the gatekeepers from the clans of Korah and Merari.
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Quick answer
This summary names the two Levite clans, Korah and Merari, from whom the doorkeepers came. It signs off the section on those who guarded the temple gates.
Overview
The Chronicler closes the list of gatekeepers by tracing them to the Korahites and Merarites, honoring their lineage and service. Though humble compared with priestly duties, gatekeeping was a sacred trust within the Levitical order. Their inclusion shows that every form of service to God's house, however lowly, has dignity and a place in his ordered worship.
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- Num 16:11Therefore you and all your company have gathered together against Yahweh! What is Aaron that you murmur against him?”
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