1 Chronicles 23:2

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he gathered together all the princes of Israel, with the priests and the Levites.

Bible in Basic English

And he got together all the chiefs of Israel, with the priests and the Levites.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And he gathered together all the princes of Israel, and the priests and Levites.

Free Bible Version

He also summoned all the leaders of Israel, the priests, and the Levites.

Geneva Bible 1599

And hee gathered together all the princes of Israel with the Priestes and the Leuites.

King James (Authorized) Version

¶ And he gathered together all the princes of Israel, with the priests and the Levites.

Translation for Translators

David gathered the leaders of Israel and the priests and other descendants of Levi.

Unlocked Literal Bible

He gathered together all the leaders of Israel, with the priests and Levites.

Noah Webster Bible

And he assembled all the princes of Israel, with the priests and the Levites.

World English Bible

He gathered together all the princes of Israel, with the priests and the Levites.

Young's Literal Translation

and gathereth all the heads of Israel, and the priests, and the Levites;

Context

The Divisions of the Levites

¹When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel.²Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites.

Summary

This verse highlights King David's organization of the Levites for their duties in the tabernacle. By appointing them to serve in various roles such as musicians, gatekeepers, and officials, David ensured that the worship and administrative functions of the tabernacle were carried out effectively. This meticulous planning and delegation of responsibilities reflect David's reverence for God and his desire for proper worship. It also demonstrates the importance of order and structure in serving the Lord and maintaining the sanctity of His dwelling place.

Commentary

Keil-Delitzsch
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill

Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary

And he gathered together all the princes of Israel,.... Ordered them to be assembled, partly to acquaint them with his will and pleasure, that Solomon should succeed him in the kingdom; and partly to settle the order of the work and service of the temple; and therefore these were convened with the priests and Levites; to assign to them their respective places and offices.

1 Chronicles 23:2

The Divisions of the Levites

¹When David was old and full of years, he installed his son Solomon as king over Israel.²Then he gathered all the leaders of Israel, as well as the priests and Levites.