2 Chronicles 35:5
2 Chronicles 35:5 in Multiple Translations
Moreover, stand in the Holy Place by the divisions of the families of your kinsmen the lay people, and by the divisions of the families of the Levites.
And stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the families of the fathers of your brethren the people, and after the division of the families of the Levites.
And stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the fathers’ houses of your brethren the children of the people, and let there be for each a portion of a father’s house of the Levites.
And take your positions in the holy place, grouped in the families of your brothers, the children of the people, and for every division let there be a part of a family of the Levites.
Then you are to stand in the sanctuary to assist the lay people according to family divisions, following the assignments according to your Levite family divisions.
And stande in the Sanctuarie according to the deuision of the families of your brethren the children of the people, and after the deuision of the familie of the Leuites:
and stand in the sanctuary, by the divisions of the house of the fathers of your brethren, sons of the people, and the portion of the house of a father of the Levites,
Stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the fathers’ houses of your brothers the children of the people, and let there be for each a portion of a fathers’ house of the Levites.
And stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the families of the fathers of your brethren the people, and after the division of the families of the Levites.
And serve ye in the sanctuary by the families and companies of Levi.
Then stand in the temple, with one group of the descendants of Levi to help each clan of the people when they bring their offerings to the temple.
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2 Chronicles 35:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/עִמְד֣וּ
בַ/קֹּ֗דֶשׁ
לִ/פְלֻגּוֹת֙
בֵּ֣ית
הָֽ/אָב֔וֹת
לַ/אֲחֵי/כֶ֖ם
בְּנֵ֣י
הָ/עָ֑ם
וַ/חֲלֻקַּ֥ת
בֵּֽית
אָ֖ב
לַ/לְוִיִּֽם
וְ/עִמְד֣וּ
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
בַ/קֹּ֗דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
Prep | N-ms
לִ/פְלֻגּוֹת֙
pᵉluggâh
H6391
division
Prep | N-fp
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
הָֽ/אָב֔וֹת
ʼâb
H1
father
Art | N-mp
לַ/אֲחֵי/כֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
brother
Prep | N-mp | Suff
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
הָ/עָ֑ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
וַ/חֲלֻקַּ֥ת
chăluqqâh
H2515
division
Conj | N-fs
בֵּֽית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
אָ֖ב
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms
לַ/לְוִיִּֽם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Prep | Ngmpa
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 35:5
וְ/עִמְד֣וּ
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
בַ/קֹּ֗דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
Prep | N-ms
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
לִ/פְלֻגּוֹת֙
pᵉluggâh
H6391
"division"
Prep | N-fp
This word means a division or section, and it is used to describe a part of something. In the Bible, it can refer to a division of people, land, or other things, and it has an equivalent word in Aramaic.
Definition: division Aramaic equivalent: pe.lug.gah (פְּלֻגָּה "division" H6392)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: division. See also: Judges 5:15; Judges 5:16; 2 Chronicles 35:5.
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
הָֽ/אָב֔וֹת
ʼâb
H1
"father"
Art | N-mp
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
לַ/אֲחֵי/כֶ֖ם
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
הָ/עָ֑ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
וַ/חֲלֻקַּ֥ת
chăluqqâh
H2515
"division"
Conj | N-fs
This word means a division or portion of something, often referring to the distribution of land, goods, or tasks. In biblical times, it was used to describe the allocation of resources among people or groups. This concept is seen in stories of inheritance and property division.
Definition: division, part, portion
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: division. See also: 2 Chronicles 35:5.
בֵּֽית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אָ֖ב
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
לַ/לְוִיִּֽם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
Prep | Ngmpa
A Levite is a descendant of Levi, one of Jacob's 12 sons, mentioned in Genesis 29:34. Levi's brothers include Reuben, Simeon, and Judah. His descendants played a key role in Israel's spiritual life.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Levi living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.34; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115) Another name of le.vi (לֵוִי "Levi" H3878) § Levite, of Levi "joined to" 1) the descendants of Levi, the 3rd son of Jacob by Leah 1a) the tribe descended from Levi specially set aside by God for His service
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: Leviite. See also: Exodus 4:14; 1 Chronicles 6:33; Ezra 6:20.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 35:5
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- 2 Chronicles 35:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 35:5
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 35:5
Context — Josiah Restores the Passover
3To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel.
4Prepare yourselves by families in your divisions, according to the instructions written by David king of Israel and Solomon his son.
5Moreover, stand in the Holy Place by the divisions of the families of your kinsmen the lay people, and by the divisions of the families of the Levites.
6Slaughter the Passover lambs, consecrate yourselves, and make preparations for your fellow countrymen to carry out the word of the LORD given by Moses.” 7From his own flocks and herds Josiah contributed 30,000 lambs and goats plus 3,000 bulls for the Passover offerings for all the people who were present.Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 134:1 | Come, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD who serve by night in the house of the LORD! |
| 2 | Psalms 135:2 | who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God. |
| 3 | Ezra 6:18 | They also appointed the priests by their divisions and the Levites by their groups to the service of God in Jerusalem, according to what is written in the Book of Moses. |
2 Chronicles 35:5 Summary
This verse is talking about how the Levites and the people were supposed to stand in the Holy Place, which was a special and sacred area, to worship and serve the Lord. They were divided into different groups, or families, to make sure everything was done in an orderly way, similar to how it is described in 1 Chronicles 23:1-26:32. Just like the Levites and the people had to prepare themselves to worship and serve the Lord, we also need to prepare ourselves to worship and serve Him, as seen in 2 Chronicles 35:6 and Psalm 100:4. By standing together in our worship and service, we can show our love and devotion to the Lord, just like the Israelites did in 2 Chronicles 35:1-19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of standing in the Holy Place in 2 Chronicles 35:5?
Standing in the Holy Place signifies a sacred and set-apart position for worship and service, much like the priests and Levites in Exodus 28:1 and Numbers 18:1-7, who were called to serve the Lord in the tabernacle.
Why were the divisions of the families of the lay people and the Levites important?
The divisions of the families were important because they represented the organized and structured way that King Josiah wanted the Passover to be carried out, similar to how David and Solomon organized the Levites and the people in 1 Chronicles 23:1-26:32.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of 2 Chronicles 35?
This verse is part of the preparations for the Passover, which was a significant event in the life of Israel, as seen in Deuteronomy 16:1-8 and 2 Chronicles 35:1-19, where King Josiah sought to restore the proper worship and celebration of the Passover.
What can we learn from the way King Josiah organized the people and the Levites?
We can learn about the importance of organization, structure, and cooperation in worship and service, as seen in 1 Corinthians 14:40, where the apostle Paul emphasizes the need for everything to be done decently and in order.
Reflection Questions
- How can I apply the principle of being set apart for worship and service in my own life, just like the Levites and the people in 2 Chronicles 35:5?
- What are some ways that I can work together with others to achieve a common goal, just like the divisions of the families of the lay people and the Levites worked together to carry out the Passover?
- In what ways can I prepare myself to worship and serve the Lord, just like the people and the Levites prepared themselves for the Passover in 2 Chronicles 35:5-6?
- How can I ensure that my worship and service are done in an orderly and structured way, just like King Josiah organized the Passover celebration?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 35:5
And stand in the holy place,.... The court of the priests, where their ministrations were: according to the divisions of the families of your brethren the people; of the other tribes, who were
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 35:5
And stand in the holy place according to the divisions of the families of the fathers of your brethren the people, and after the division of the families of the Levites.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 35:5
Stand in the place, or, minister, as that word is frequently used, in the court of the priests, which is so called elsewhere, as hath been noted before. After the division of the families of the Levites, i.e. according to the several families both of the people, whom he calls their brethren, lest they should despise them, or grudge to serve them, and of the Levites. For the passover was to be eaten by the several families according to their numbers, . And therefore he commands these persons, that when the paschal lambs were brought to them to be killed, as they were, , they might so order the matter, that they might be distributed to the several families, whether of the Levitical or other tribes.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 35:5
2 Chronicles 35:5 And stand in the holy [place] according to the divisions of the families of the fathers of your brethren the people, and [after] the division of the families of the Levites.Ver. 5. And stand in the holy place.] In the priests’ court.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 35:5
(5) Stand in the holy place.—In the Temple court. According to the divisions . . . the Levites.—Rather, according to the sections of the father-houses of your brethren the sons of the people (as opposed to “the sons of Levi”); and, in fact, a portion of a father-house of the Levites; scil., beside every entire father-house of laymen. The Levites were to slay and skin the lambs, and hand the blood to the priests, and to give their share of the roasted flesh to the people (2 Chronicles 35:11-12).
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 35:5
5. of the families of the fathers] R.V. of the fathers’ houses. the people] R.V. the children of the people, i.e. the laity. The same phrase is translated in 2 Kings 23:6 “the common people” (without any invidious meaning). and after the division of the families of the Levites] R.V. and let there be for each a portion of a fathers’ house of the Levites. Each great division of the laity is to be served by a small division of the Levites.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 35:5
The sense of this verse probably is: “So divide yourselves that, for every distinct family among the people who come to the Passover, there shall be a portion of a Levitical family to minister.”
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 35:5
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Ezra) ch.3 & 4 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of the potter and the clay from the book of Jeremiah. The speaker emphasizes that God does not give up on us even when we fail to re |
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Psalm 134 by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the exhortation for the ministers of the sanctuary to bless the Lord, with blessings invoked on the speaker in response. Public worship is emphasized as a |
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Exposition on Psalm 135 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the importance of praising the Lord, highlighting the goodness of God and the privilege of serving Him. He emphasizes the need for gratitude, acknowledgin |
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Standing Firm in the Lord by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the importance of standing firm in the Lord, using the imagery of the Tabernacle's boards made of acacia wood that remained standing even when stripped |
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Worship in the Night by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about the profound blessing of worshiping God in times of darkness and sorrow, emphasizing that true faith is tested and revealed in the midst of challen |
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Training Below for Service Above, Part 1 by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the eternal life believers will have with the Lord, walking in white as worthy servants in His temple. She emphasizes that the Blessed will serv |