I Chronicles · Chapter 25 King James Version

I Chronicles 25:9

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The Scripture

(9) Now the first lot came forth for Asaph to Joseph: the second to Gedaliah, who with his brethren and sons were twelve:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

First Chronicles 25 records David's organization of the temple musicians into twenty-four priestly divisions, drawing from the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun, who were set apart to prophesy with harps, lyres, and cymbals under the direction of the king. Each division consisted of twelve musicians, and lots were cast impartially so that teacher and student alike received equal assignments. This careful arrangement of sacred music reflected David's conviction that worship in the temple should be ordered, Spirit-led, and led by skilled and consecrated servants.

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