KJV ORIGINAL
Of the Gershonites were, Laadan, and Shimei.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
From the Gershonite family came Laadan and Shimei.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists two leaders from the Gershonite clan who were descendants of Levi and served in God's temple.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in David's organization of the Levites for temple service. The Gershonites were one of three main clans descended from Levi (along with the Kohathites and Merarites), and they had specific responsibilities in caring for the tabernacle and later the temple. David was systematically organizing these priestly families to ensure proper worship and maintenance of God's house.
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