KJV ORIGINAL
Moreover the sons of Obededom were, Shemaiah the firstborn, Jehozabad the second, Joah the third, and Sacar the fourth, and Nethaneel the fifth,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Obed-Edom's sons were: Shemaiah (the oldest), Jehozabad (the second), Joah (the third), Sacar (the fourth), and Nethaneel (the fifth),
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists the first five sons of Obed-Edom in birth order, who were part of the families chosen to serve as temple gatekeepers.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of King David, the book of 1 Chronicles outlines the organization and genealogies of the Levites, who were responsible for the tabernacle and its services. Obededom was a Levite gatekeeper known for faithfully guarding the Ark of the Covenant, which brought blessings to his household. This verse lists his sons as part of the broader record of families assigned to temple duties.
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