1 Chronicles 9:13 Meaning and Explanation
“And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and threescore; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.”
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What Does 1 Chronicles 9:13 Mean?
The chronicler totals the priests: one thousand seven hundred and sixty heads of families, and he praises them as very able men, capable and ready for the demanding work of temple service.
Service to God is real labor and calls for real strength and skill. These men are honored not for status alone but for their fitness to do the work well. Worship rightly offered requires both a willing heart and a steady hand. The verse quietly dignifies competent, faithful service, reminding us that whatever we do for the LORD deserves our best, offered as unto Him.
1 Chronicles 9:13 in the Original Language
gibbor (גִּבּוֹר), 'able' -- strong, capable, mighty for the task set before one.
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What does 1 Chronicles 9:13 mean?
The priestly families numbered one thousand seven hundred and sixty able men, fit for the service of God's house.