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So he left there, before the ark of the covenant of Yahweh, Asaph and his brothers, to minister before the ark continually, as every day`s work required;

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The Rhythm of Daily Worship

Commentators highlight that David established a ministry before the Ark that was to be performed "continually, as every day’s work required." This establishes a principle that worship is not just for special occasions but is a daily, rhythmic part of life for God's people. Asaph and his brothers were tasked with leading this constant praise.

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1 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Chronicles 16:4–42

18th Century

Theologian

The writer of Chronicles inserted this passage between two sentences of the parallel passage in Samuel. It contains a detailed account of the worsh…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 16:37–42

19th Century

Bishop

Resumption and conclusion of the narrative suspended at 1 Chronicles 16:7.

So (and) he left there.

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 16:37

17th Century

Pastor

So he left there, before the ark of the covenant of the Lord,
Asaph and his brethren

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 16:37–43

17th Century

Minister

The worship of God ought to be the work of every day. David put it into order.

At Jerusalem, where the ark was, Asaph and his brothers were …