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A Legacy of Leadership
Commentators clarify that Shemaiah's sons were not just passive heirs but held actual positions of authority. The phrase 'that ruled' is better understood as 'the authorities' or 'heads of their clan,' indicating they were recognized leaders responsible for their family's affairs.
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1 Chronicles
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 26:6
19th Century
Bishop
That ruled throughout the house of their father. —Rather, The lords of their clan. The word translated “that ruled” is not a verb…
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 26:6
17th Century
Pastor
Also unto Shemaiah his son His firstborn, (1 Chronicles 26:4) were sons born, that ruled througho…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 26:1–32
17th Century
Minister
The porters and treasurers of the temple needed strength and valor to oppose those who wrongly attempted to enter the sanctuary and to guard the sa…