1 Chronicles 24:6 · KJV

"And Shemaiah the son of Nethaneel the scribe, one of the Levites, wrote them before the king, and the princes, and Zadok the priest, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, and before the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites: one principal household being taken for Eleazar, and one taken for Ithamar."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁴And there were more chief men found of the sons of Eleazar than of the sons of Ithamar; and thus were they divided. Among the sons of Eleazar there were sixteen chief men of the house of their fathers, and eight among the sons of Ithamar according to the house of their fathers.

⁵Thus were they divided by lot, one sort with another; for the governors of the sanctuary, and governors of the house of God, were of the sons of Eleazar, and of the sons of Ithamar.

⁶And Shemaiah the son of Nethaneel the scribe, one of the Levites, wrote them before the king, and the princes, and Zadok the priest, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, and before the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites: one principal household being taken for Eleazar, and one taken for Ithamar.

⁷Now the first lot came forth to Jehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,

⁸The third to Harim, the fourth to Seorim,

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Reflection Questions

How do you view the importance of organization in your community or church?

What does it mean for you to serve in a structured way?

When have you experienced the benefits of working together with others in service?

Life Application

service

Think about how you can contribute to your community or church in an organized manner.

leadership

Consider how you can support leaders in your community by being reliable and organized.

People in This Verse

AhimelechOT

Ahimelech was a priest who served during the time of King Saul and later supported David. He was the father of Abiathar and faced persecution for aiding David.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 21:1

ShemaiahOT

Shemaiah was a Levite scribe who served during King David's reign, responsible for documenting priestly duties.

First appearance: 1 Chronicles 24:6

ZadokOT

Zadok was a high priest during King David's reign and played a crucial role in the religious life of Israel. He was known for his loyalty and service to the monarchy.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 22:20

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