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1 Chronicles 24:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
The nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezekel,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

The nineteenth group was led by Pethahiah, the twentieth by Jehezekel,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse continues listing the organized groups of priests, showing how worship in God's temple was carefully structured and orderly.

📚 Historical Context

In the time of King David, the priests and Levites were organized into divisions to ensure orderly service in the tabernacle and later the temple, as part of a broader effort to structure worship in ancient Israel. This chapter in 1 Chronicles lists the descendants of Aaron and their assigned courses for duties, reflecting the importance of maintaining a systematic approach to religious responsibilities. Specifically, verse 16 names Pethahiah as the nineteenth and Jehezekel as the twentieth in these priestly rotations.

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