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the son of Amzi, the son of Bani, the son of Shemer,
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Lineage as a Resume
Commentators explain that these detailed genealogies were vital for priests and Levites. Unlike today, their lineage was their qualification for serving in the temple. Preserving these records proved their right to hold their sacred offices and receive their privileges.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The genealogies of David’s three chief singers: Heman, Asaph, and Ethan (or Jeduthun).
1 Chronicles 6:32
They minister…
19th Century
Anglican
The pedigree of Ethan the Merarite, traced back through twelve names to Levi. Ethan is no doubt the same as Jeduthun (1 Chronicles 25:1…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 1 Chronicles 6:44).
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We have an account of Levi in this chapter. The priests and Levites were more concerned than any other Israelites to preserve their lineage clear a…
