Shebuel, a descendant of Gershom son of Moses, was the officer in charge of the treasuries.
Parallel translations
- WEB and Shebuel the son of Gershom, the son of Moses, was ruler over the treasures.
- KJV And Shebuel the son of Gershom, the son of Moses, was ruler of the treasures.
- NKJV Shebuel the son of Gershom, the son of Moses, was overseer of the treasuries.
- NASB Shebuel the son of Gershom, the son of Moses, was officer over the treasures.
- NLT From the clan of Amram, Shebuel was a descendant of Gershom son of Moses. He was the chief officer of the treasuries.
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Quick answer
Shebuel, a descendant of Moses through Gershom, is named chief officer over the treasuries. It notes that even Moses' line served in this humble administrative role.
Overview
Shebuel, traced back to Moses' son Gershom, held authority over the temple treasures. That Moses' descendants served as treasurers rather than ruling priests highlights the Chronicler's theme of faithful service in whatever place God assigns. It is a quiet reminder that greatness in God's kingdom is measured by faithful stewardship, not rank.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 2
- 1 Chr 24:20Now these were the remaining descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah.
- 1 Chr 23:15–16The sons of Moses: Gershom and Eliezer.
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