Joshua 21:26

Joshua 21:26 Meaning and Explanation

All the cities were ten with their suburbs for the families of the children of Kohath that remained.

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In all, the non-priestly Kohathites received ten cities with their pasturelands.

What Does Joshua 21:26 Mean?

The total for the remaining Kohathites is summed: ten cities. With this the whole Kohathite portion, priestly and non-priestly together, is now accounted for.

The reckoning is full and exact, each family provided for in measure. God leaves none of His servants overlooked in the dividing. The careful counting itself testifies that the Lord forgets no one who labors in His house, but gives to each their appointed place.

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What does Joshua 21:26 mean?

In all, the non-priestly Kohathites received ten cities with their pasturelands.

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