📖 1 Chronicles — Chapter 24 (KJV)
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1 Chronicles 24:1 Now these are Rthe divisions of the sons of Aaron. The sons of Aaron; Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
1 Chronicles 24:2 But RNadab and Abihu died before their father, and had no children: therefore Eleazar and Ithamar executed the priest’s office.
1 Chronicles 24:3 And David distributed them, both RZadok of the sons of Eleazar, and Ahimelech of the sons of Ithamar, according to their offices in their service.
1 Chronicles 24:4 And there were Rmore chief men found of the sons of Eleazar than of the sons of Ithamar, and thus were they divided. Among the sons of Eleazar there were sixteen chief men of the house of their fathers, and eight among the sons of Ithamar according to the house of their fathers.
1 Chronicles 24:5 Thus were Rthey divided by lot, one sort with another; for the governors of the sanctuary, and governors of the house of God, were of the sons of Eleazar, and of the sons of Ithamar.
1 Chronicles 24:6 And Shemaiah the son of Nethaneel Rthe scribe, one of the Levites, wrote them before the king, and the princes, and Zadok the priest, and Ahimelech the son of Abiathar, and before the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites: one Tprincipal household being taken for Eleazar, and one taken for Ithamar.
1 Chronicles 24:7 Now the first lot came forth to RJehoiarib, the second to Jedaiah,
1 Chronicles 24:8 The third to RHarim, the fourth to Seorim,
1 Chronicles 24:9 The fifth to Malchijah, the sixth to RMijamin,
1 Chronicles 24:10 The seventh to Hakkoz, the eighth to RAbijah,
1 Chronicles 24:11 The ninth to RJeshuah, the tenth to Shecaniah,
1 Chronicles 24:12 The eleventh to REliashib, the twelfth to Jakim,
1 Chronicles 24:13 The thirteenth to Huppah, the fourteenth to Jeshebeab,
1 Chronicles 24:14 The fifteenth to Bilgah, the sixteenth to RImmer,
1 Chronicles 24:15 The seventeenth to Hezir, the eighteenth to Aphses,
1 Chronicles 24:16 The nineteenth to Pethahiah, the twentieth to Jehezekel,
1 Chronicles 24:17 The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,
1 Chronicles 24:18 The three and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah.
1 Chronicles 24:19 These were Rthe orderings of them in their service to come into the house of the LORD, according to their manner, under Aaron their father, as the LORD God of Israel had commanded him.
1 Chronicles 24:20 And the rest of the sons of Levi were these: Of the sons of RAmram; TShubael: of the sons of Shubael; Jehdeiah.
1 Chronicles 24:21 Concerning Rehabiah: of the sons of Rehabiah, the first was RIsshiah.
1 Chronicles 24:22 Of the RIzharites; TShelomoth: of the sons of Shelomoth; Jahath.
1 Chronicles 24:23 And the sons of Hebron; RJeriah the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, Jekameam the fourth.
1 Chronicles 24:24 Of the sons of Uzziel; Michah: of the sons of Michah; Shamir.
1 Chronicles 24:25 The brother of Michah was Isshiah: of the sons of Isshiah; Zechariah.
1 Chronicles 24:26 The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi: the sons of Jaaziah; Beno.
1 Chronicles 24:27 The Rsons of Merari by Jaaziah; Beno, and Shoham, and Zaccur, and Ibri.
1 Chronicles 24:28 Of Mahli came Eleazar, Rwho had no sons.
1 Chronicles 24:29 Concerning Kish: the son of Kish was Jerahmeel.
1 Chronicles 24:30 The sons also of RMushi; Mahli, and Eder, and Jerimoth. These were the sons of the Levites after the house of their fathers.
1 Chronicles 24:31 These likewise cast Rlots over against their brethren the sons of Aaron in the presence of David the king, and Zadok, and Ahimelech, and the chief of the fathers of the priests and Levites, even the principal fathers over against their younger brethren.
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📖 What We’re Reading
1 Chronicles 24:1–6 — Priestly divisions established
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
David, Zadok, and Ahimelech arrange the priestly households descended from Eleazar and Ithamar. Lots are used, and a scribe records the order before the leaders. The transparent process organizes shared responsibilities among the families. This is a particular arrangement for Israel's priests, not a universal instruction to decide every matter by lot.
Key Truth: Shared responsibilities benefit from clear and accountable arrangements.
Check What You Remember
1. Which two sons of Aaron carried out the priest's office? (1 Chronicles 24:2)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:2 (KJV).
2. How were the divisions assigned? (1 Chronicles 24:5)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:5 (KJV).
3. Which scribe recorded the arrangement? (1 Chronicles 24:6)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:6 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
1 Chronicles 24:7–19 — The order of service
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The chapter lists twenty-four priestly divisions in their assigned order. The names matter because they identify households with an ongoing place in worship. The arrangement is tied to the LORD's command through Aaron. Regular service depends on people knowing when and how to fulfill their duties.
Key Truth: Dependable worship includes regular responsibilities.
Check What You Remember
1. To whom did the first lot fall? (1 Chronicles 24:7)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:7 (KJV).
2. Which division was Abijah's? (1 Chronicles 24:10)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:10 (KJV).
3. To whom did the twenty-fourth lot fall? (1 Chronicles 24:18)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:18 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
1 Chronicles 24:20–31 — Other Levites included
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The remaining Levitical households are named and also cast lots in the presence of the leaders. The concluding words include principal fathers alongside younger brethren. The arrangement gives attention to the broader family of servants rather than leaving support roles unrecognized. Many households participate in the ordered work of God's house.
Key Truth: Include support workers in clear and respectful arrangements.
Check What You Remember
1. Who was the first son of Hebron named here? (1 Chronicles 24:23)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:23 (KJV).
2. Which son of Mahli had no sons? (1 Chronicles 24:28)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:28 (KJV).
3. Who was the king present when these lots were cast? (1 Chronicles 24:31)
Find it in 1 Chronicles 24:31 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
Luke 1:5 — Luke identifies Zacharias with the course of Abia, connecting later service with these priestly divisions.
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Reflect and Apply
What clear arrangement would help you and others carry shared responsibilities faithfully?
Advanced Questions and Answers
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1. Why do Eleazar and Ithamar execute the priest’s office?
2. How does the number of chief men affect the divisions?
3. Why are the lots cast between both lines?
4. How does the written record show public oversight of the arrangement?
5. How are principal fathers and younger brethren included at the end?
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