The gatekeepers were stationed on the four sides: east, west, north, and south.
Parallel translations
- WEB On the four sides were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south.
- KJV In four quarters were the porters, toward the east, west, north, and south.
- NKJV The gatekeepers were assigned to the four directions: the east, west, north, and south.
- NASB The gatekeepers were on the four sides, to the east, west, north, and south.
- NLT The gatekeepers were stationed on all four sides—east, west, north, and south.
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Quick answer
Notes that gatekeepers were posted on all four sides of the temple. It conveys complete and constant protection of the sanctuary.
Overview
Porters stood guard to the east, west, north, and south. The fourfold stationing ensured that no entrance was left unguarded. This thorough coverage symbolizes the reverence due God's dwelling and the diligence required to maintain its holiness, a care the Chronicler commends to the restored community.
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- 1 Chr 26:14–18The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him.
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