2 Kings 11:7 meaning and explanation

the two divisions that would go off duty on the Sabbath are to guard the house of the LORD for the king.

2 Kings 11:7, Berean Standard Bible

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Jehoiada the priest is briefing the commanders and guards in the temple, arranging the protection of the hidden boy Joash on the day he will be crowned. The temple guard rotated in divisions, and those coming on duty and those going off duty on the Sabbath were both pressed into service.

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