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Shemaiah the son of Nethanel the scribe, who was of the Levites, wrote them in the presence of the king, and the princes, and Zadok the priest, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, and the heads of the fathers` [houses] of the priests and of the Levites; one fathers` house being taken for Eleazar, and one taken for Ithamar.
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Order and Transparency in Service
Commentators highlight that the priestly divisions were established publicly before the king, priests, and leaders. This was done to ensure complete transparency and fairness, preventing any suspicion of fraud. This meticulous process demonstrates God's value for integrity and order in the administration of His worship.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Chronicles 24:6
18th Century
Theologian
Wrote them before the king - That is, they wrote down their names as the lots were drawn.
Ahimelech the son of Abiathar - This …
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 24:6
19th Century
Bishop
And Shemaiah ... wrote them. —Made a list of the names in the order determined by lot, as given below ([Reference 1 Chronicles 24:…
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 24:6
17th Century
Pastor
And Shemaiah the son of Nethaneel the scribe, of the Levites wrote them: The Targum is, Moses the chief scribe, so called…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 24:1–31
17th Century
Minister
When everyone has, knows, and keeps their place and work, the more there are, the better. In the mystical body of Christ, every member has its use,…