1 Chronicles 26:14 meaning and explanation

The lot for the East Gate fell to Shelemiah. Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah, a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him.

1 Chronicles 26:14, Berean Standard Bible

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In this verse the chronicler describes how the gatekeeping families received their assignments. Shelemiah, also called Meshelemiah earlier in the chapter, received the East Gate, the main entrance facing the temple courts.

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