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1 Chronicles 26

1 Chronicles 26:21

The Treasurers, Officers, and Judges · 1 Chronicles 26:20–32
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Translations

Modern
From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli,
Traditional
As concerning the sons of Laadan; the sons of the Gershonite Laadan, chief fathers, even of Laadan the Gershonite, were Jehieli.
Literal
The sons of Laadan, the sons of the Gershonite, of Ladan, the heads of the fathers of Laadan the Gershonite were Jehieli,
Latin
Filii Ledan, filii Gersonni: de Ledan principes familiarum Ledan, et Gersonni, Jehieli.

Original

Hebrew
English
From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli,

Notes

1 Chronicles 26:21–28

The Levites managed the Lord's treasuries and property (see 2 Chronicles 24:11; 31:12). People always dedicated some war spoils to God (1 Chronicles 26:26–28).

1 Chronicles 26:20–32

As Solomon prepared to become king, David appointed officials to organize the Levitical orders at the end of his reign. These officers included treasurers, administrators, and judges who were part of the government.

Theme notes and profiles

David

People

Gershon: Firstborn son of Levi; head of the Gershonite Levites Jehiel: Levite leader during the reign of King David Libni: Son of Gershon; grandson of Levi

Glossary

Chronicles, Books of First and Second David Genealogy Gershon, Gershonites Jehiel Jehieli, Jehielite Laadan Ladan Libni Merari, Merarite Offerings and Sacrifices Priests and Levites

Topics

Jehieli: Son of Laadan Laadan: A Levite, Also Called Libni Treasure-Houses: Priests and Levites in Charge of