And the lot eastward fell to Shelemiah. Then for Zechariah his son, a wise counsellor, they cast lots; and his lot came out northward.
The lot for the east gate fell to Shelemiah. Then they cast lots for his son Zechariah, who was a wise counselor, and his lot came out for the north gate.
This verse describes how temple duties were assigned fairly by casting lots, with Shelemiah getting the east gate and his wise son Zechariah getting the north gate.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 1 Chronicles, King David was organizing the Levites for service in the Temple, including the gatekeepers who were responsible for guarding its entrances and ensuring order. Casting lots was a biblical method used to seek divine guidance in assignments, reflecting the belief that God directed the outcomes for fairness and purpose. This verse specifically describes the allocation of duties to Shelemiah and his son Zechariah during this organizational process under David's leadership.
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