1 Chronicles 25:21

1 Chronicles 25:21 Meaning and Explanation

The fourteenth to Mattithiah, he, his sons, and his brethren, were twelve:

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The fourteenth lot fell to Mattithiah, with his sons and kinsmen numbering twelve.

What Does 1 Chronicles 25:21 Mean?

The fourteenth division is given to Mattithiah, a son of Jeduthun, who with his sons and brethren forms a company of twelve appointed to lead song in the temple.

The faithful count continues. Each name marks a household devoted to the praise of God. The repetition is not empty, for it testifies that worship was carried out with reverent order, every servant taking up his sacred turn.

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What does 1 Chronicles 25:21 mean?

The fourteenth lot fell to Mattithiah, with his sons and kinsmen numbering twelve.

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