So they and their children had the oversight of the gates of the house of the LORD, namely, the house of the tabernacle, by wards.
So they and their descendants were put in charge of guarding the gates of the LORD's house - that is, the tabernacle - taking turns in shifts.
This verse describes how certain families were given the important responsibility of guarding the entrance to God's dwelling place, with this duty being passed down through generations.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to the Levitical gatekeepers who served at the tabernacle and later the temple in Jerusalem. These were hereditary positions passed down through specific families, ensuring that qualified and trained people would always be available to guard the sacred spaces. The 'wards' or shifts system meant there was continuous protection and oversight of the holy places.
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