Hoshaiah and half the leaders of Judah followed them,
Parallel translations
- WEB and after them went Hoshaiah, with half of the princes of Judah,
- KJV And after them went Hoshaiah, and half of the princes of Judah,
- BSB Hoshaiah and half the leaders of Judah followed,
- NKJV After them went Hoshaiah and half of the leaders of Judah,
- NASB Hoshaiah and half of the leaders of Judah followed them,
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Quick answer
Hoshaiah and half the princes of Judah followed in the first thanksgiving procession. It matters because the leaders themselves led the people in publicly honoring God.
Overview
This begins a list of those marching in the first choir, headed by Hoshaiah with half the nobles of Judah. The leaders' visible participation set an example of devotion for the whole community. When those in authority lead in worship, they reflect the rightful order of a people who honor God together, fulfilled as Christ leads His own in praise to the Father.
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