1 Chronicles 6:62
1 Chronicles 6:62 Meaning and Explanation
“And to the sons of Gershom throughout their families out of the tribe of Issachar, and out of the tribe of Asher, and out of the tribe of Naphtali, and out of the tribe of Manasseh in Bashan, thirteen cities.”
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Read Full Chapter →The Gershomites received thirteen cities from Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.
What Does 1 Chronicles 6:62 Mean?
The Gershomite families were given thirteen cities drawn from the northern tribes -- Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan. Their dwelling places spread across the upper reaches of the land.
By settling the Levites among the far tribes, God ensured that His worship and word were present even in the distant north. No region was left without the witness of those set apart for Him. The Lord scatters His servants widely, that all His people may know Him.
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What does 1 Chronicles 6:62 mean?
The Gershomites received thirteen cities from Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.