Translations
Modern
They cast lots for each gate, according to their families, young and old alike.
Traditional
And they cast lots, as well the small as the great, according to the house of their fathers, for every gate.
Literal
And they cast lots, the small as well as the great, according to the house of their fathers, for each gate.
Latin
Missæ sunt ergo sortes ex æquo, et parvis et magnis, per familias suas in unamquamque portarum.
Original
Hebrew
English
They cast lots for each gate, according to their families, young and old alike.
Notes
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Ammiel Chronicles, Books of First and Second David Genealogy Hosah (Person) Levitical Cities Merari, Merarite Obed-Edom Zechariah (Person)
Topics
Gates of the Temple: Charge of, Given by Lot Porters: Their Posts Were Determined by Lot Porters: They Served in Twenty-Four Courses The Lot: Priests and Levites Designated By, for Sanctuary Service