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For in the days of David and Asaph of old there was a chief of the singers, and songs of praise and thanksgiving to God.
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Reverence for Godly Precedent
Commentators explain that the people in Nehemiah's time were not inventing new worship practices but intentionally restoring the patterns established by David and Asaph. This shows a deep reverence for historical, God-ordained precedents in worship.
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19th Century
Anglican
Historically. —Always there is a reverence shown for old precedents.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For in the days of David and Asaph of old there were chief of the singers Persons app…
Presbyterian
When the solemnities of a thanksgiving day leave such impressions on ministers and people that both are more careful and cheerful in doing their du…
