KJV ORIGINAL
The ninth to Mattaniah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The ninth assignment went to Mattaniah, along with his sons and relatives, making twelve people total:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records that Mattaniah and his family group of twelve were chosen for the ninth rotation of temple music service.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of King David's organization of the temple musicians and singers who would serve in rotating groups. David divided the Levitical musicians into 24 courses, each consisting of 12 members, to ensure continuous worship music in the temple. Mattaniah was likely a skilled musician from the family of Asaph, one of the chief musicians appointed by David.
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