King James Version

What Does 1 Chronicles 24:19 Mean?

“These were the orderings of them in their service to come into the house of the LORD, according to their manner, under Aaron their father, as the LORD God of Israel had commanded him.”

Context

The one and twentieth to Jachin, the two and twentieth to Gamul,

The three and twentieth to Delaiah, the four and twentieth to Maaziah.

These were the orderings of them in their service to come into the house of the LORD, according to their manner, under Aaron their father, as the LORD God of Israel had commanded him.

And the rest of the sons of Levi were these: Of the sons of Amram; Shubael: of the sons of Shubael; Jehdeiah.

Concerning Rehabiah: of the sons of Rehabiah, the first was Isshiah.

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Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

(19) **These were the orderings of them in their service.**—Better, *These were their classes for their service.* **According to their manner, under Aaron.**—Better, *according to their rule* (or order; Vulg., *ritum*)*, ordained through Aaron,* &c. (See Numbers 2:1; Numbers 4:1; Numbers 4:17.) All the sacerdotal functions were fixed, and each of the twenty-four classes undertook the weekly discharge of them in rotation with the rest, beginning on the Sabbath (2Kings 11:9; 2Chronicles 23:8). Josephus (*Ant. vii.* 14, 7) declares that the arrangements of David lasted down to his own day. 2. Recapitulation of the Levitical classes (1Chronicles 24:20-31). (Comp. 1Chronicles 23:12-23.)

Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of 1 Chronicles. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

1 Chronicles 24:19 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.