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Ezra 6:18 · KJV

"And they set the priests in their divisions, and the Levites in their courses, for the service of God, which is at Jerusalem; as it is written in the book of Moses."

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Passage Context

16And the children of Israel, the priests, and the Levites, and the rest of the children of the captivity, kept the dedication of this house of God with joy,
17And offered at the dedication of this house of God an hundred bullocks, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs; and for a sin offering for all Israel, twelve he goats, according to the number of the tribes of Israel.
18And they set the priests in their divisions, and the Levites in their courses, for the service of God, which is at Jerusalem; as it is written in the book of Moses.
19And the children of the captivity kept the passover upon the fourteenth day of the first month.
20For the priests and the Levites were purified together, all of them were pure, and killed the passover for all the children of the captivity, and for their brethren the priests, and for themselves.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you organize your life for spiritual growth?

2

What roles do you see in your community for service?

3

When have you felt called to serve in a specific way?

Life Application

service

Consider how you can serve in your community or church, using your gifts and talents.

discipline

Establish routines in your life that prioritize your spiritual growth and service to others.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem today)

The location of the temple where the priests and Levites served, central to Jewish worship.

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