1 Chronicles 26:17 kjva — Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and toward Asuppim two and two.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and toward Asuppim two and two."

— 1 Chronicles 26:17, King James Version with Apocrypha

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1 Chronicles 26 — Context

14

And the lot eastward fell to Shelemiah. Then for Zechariah his son, a wise counsellor, they cast lots; and his lot came out northward.

15

To Obed–edom southward; and to his sons the house of Asuppim.

16

To Shuppim and Hosah the lot came forth westward, with the gate Shallecheth, by the causeway of the going up, ward against ward.

17

Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and toward Asuppim two and two.

18

At Parbar westward, four at the causeway, and two at Parbar.

19

These are the divisions of the porters among the sons of Kore, and among the sons of Merari.

20

And of the Levites, Ahijah was over the treasures of the house of God, and over the treasures of the dedicated things.

1 Chronicles 26:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Chronicles 26:17 say?
1 Chronicles 26:17 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and toward Asuppim two and two.”
Where is 1 Chronicles 26:17 in the Bible?
1 Chronicles 26:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Chronicles, chapter 26, verse 17.
Who wrote 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 1 Chronicles about?
1 Chronicles retells Israel's history from a priestly, post-exilic perspective. After extensive genealogies, it focuses on David — his reign, his preparations for the temple, and the line through which God's eternal kingdom would come.
What are the major themes of 1 Chronicles?
1 Chronicles explores themes including Genealogy, David's Reign, Temple Preparation, Worship, Continuity. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Chronicles 26:17.
What translation should I read 1 Chronicles 26:17 in?
1 Chronicles 26:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Chronicles 26:17?
1 Chronicles 26:17 reads (KJVA): “Eastward were six Levites, northward four a day, southward four a day, and toward Asuppim two and two.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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