1 Chronicles 6:69
1 Chronicles 6:69 in Multiple Translations
Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon, together with their pasturelands.
And Aijalon with her suburbs, and Gath-rimmon with her suburbs:
and Aijalon with its suburbs, and Gath-rimmon with its suburbs;
And Aijalon with its outskirts, and Gath-rimmon with its outskirts;
Aijalon, and Gath Rimmon, together with their pasturelands.
And Aialon and her suburbes, and Gath Rimmon and her suburbes,
and Aijalon and its suburbs, and Gath-Rimmon and its suburbs;
Aijalon with its pasture lands, Gath Rimmon with its pasture lands;
And Ajalon with its suburbs, and Gath-rimmon with its suburbs:
Helon also with its suburbs, and Gethremmon in like manner,
Aijalon, and Gath-Rimmon.
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:69
Context — Territories for the Levites
69Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon, together with their pasturelands.
70And from the half-tribe of Manasseh the rest of the clans of the Kohathites were given Aner and Bileam, together with their pasturelands. 71The Gershomites received the following: From the clan of the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Golan in Bashan and also Ashtaroth, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 10:12 | On the day that the LORD gave the Amorites over to the Israelites, Joshua spoke to the LORD in the presence of Israel: “O sun, stand still over Gibeon, O moon, over the Valley of Aijalon.” |
| 2 | Joshua 21:24–25 | Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon—four cities, together with their pasturelands. And from the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Taanach and Gath-rimmon—two cities, together with their pasturelands. |
1 Chronicles 6:69 Summary
[This verse, 1 Chronicles 6:69, tells us about two cities, Aijalon and Gath-rimmon, that were given to the Levites, along with their pasturelands, which would have provided for their needs, similar to how God provided for the Israelites in the wilderness, as described in Exodus 16:35. The Levites were a special group of people who served God and the community, and God wanted to make sure they had what they needed to live and minister. This reminds us that God cares for His people and wants to provide for us, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34 and Philippians 4:19. By trusting in God's provision, we can live with confidence and peace, knowing that He will take care of us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Aijalon and Gath-rimmon in 1 Chronicles 6:69?
Aijalon and Gath-rimmon are cities given to the Kohathites, a clan of Levites, as part of their inheritance, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:69, and their pasturelands would have provided for the Levites' needs, similar to how God provided for the Israelites in the wilderness, as described in Exodus 16:35.
Why are pasturelands mentioned along with the cities in this verse?
The pasturelands were essential for the Levites, as they would have used them to raise livestock, providing for their families and supporting their ministry, as instructed in Leviticus 25:34 and Numbers 35:2-5.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 1 Chronicles 6?
This verse is part of a larger section detailing the cities and lands given to the Levites, highlighting God's provision and care for His servants, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:54-81, and demonstrating the importance of obedience to God's commands, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 12:10.
What can we learn from the distribution of cities and lands in 1 Chronicles 6:69?
The distribution of cities and lands to the Levites teaches us about God's desire to provide for and care for His people, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7, and reminds us to trust in His sovereignty and provision, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- How does the provision of pasturelands for the Levites reflect God's character and care for His people?
- What can we learn from the way the cities and lands were distributed among the Levites, and how can we apply this to our own lives?
- In what ways do we see God's sovereignty and provision in our own lives, and how can we trust in Him more fully?
- How does the emphasis on pasturelands and livestock in this verse relate to our own needs and provision, and what can we learn from this?
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