And of the Hebronites, Hashabiah and his brethren, men of valour, a thousand and seven hundred, were officers among them of Israel on this side Jordan westward in all the business of the LORD, and in the service of the king.
From the Hebronite family, Hashabiah and his relatives were brave and capable men, 1,700 of them in total. They served as officials over the Israelites living west of the Jordan River, handling all matters related to the LORD's work and the king's business.
This verse describes how God organized capable leaders to manage both religious duties and government affairs for His people.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of King David, the Levites were carefully organized into various groups to manage the temple's affairs and support the kingdom's administration. The Hebronites, a subgroup of Levites descended from Hebron, were specifically appointed as officers in the regions west of the Jordan River to handle both religious duties and the king's service. This structure reflected Israel's emphasis on efficient governance and spiritual stewardship during a period of national consolidation.
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