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also from Beth-gilgal, and out of the fields of Geba and Azmaveth: for the singers had built them villages round about Jerusalem.
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Living Near Your Calling
Commentators explain that the singers didn't live in random locations. They intentionally built villages like Beth-gilgal, Geba, and Azmaveth surrounding Jerusalem. As scholar John Gill notes, this strategic placement ensured they were always close by and ready to serve in the temple. This demonstrates a practical commitment to being available for God's work.
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Nehemiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The house of Gilgal—Or, “Beth-Gilgal”—probably the Gilgal north of Jerusalem (now “Jiljilia”).
19th Century
Anglican
The singers. —As the Nethinim were settled in Ophel, so the class of Levitical singers were chiefly to be found i…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Also from the house of Gilgal Which likewise was in a champaign country in the plains of Jericho, ([Reference Deuter…
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