Nehemiah 12:47 · KJV
"And all Israel in the days of Zerubbabel, and in the days of Nehemiah, gave the portions of the singers and the porters, every day his portion: and they sanctified holy things unto the Levites; and the Levites sanctified them unto the children of Aaron."
King James Version
What does Nehemiah 12:47 mean? →Passage Context
45And both the singers and the porters kept the ward of their God, and the ward of the purification, according to the commandment of David, and of Solomon his son.
46For in the days of David and Asaph of old there were chief of the singers, and songs of praise and thanksgiving unto God.
47And all Israel in the days of Zerubbabel, and in the days of Nehemiah, gave the portions of the singers and the porters, every day his portion: and they sanctified holy things unto the Levites; and the Levites sanctified them unto the children of Aaron.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you support those who serve in your community?
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What does it mean to you to sanctify your contributions?
3
When have you felt part of a larger community effort?
Life Application
community
Look for ways to support those in your community who serve, whether through financial help or volunteering.
faith
Reflect on how your contributions can be seen as offerings to God.
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