Verse 29

As for the Izharites: Kenaniah and his sons were given responsibilities outside the temple as officers and judges over Israel.

Referenced Verses

• 1 Chr 23:4 : 4 David said,“Of these, 24,000 are to direct the work of the LORD’s temple; 6,000 are to be officials and judges;
• Neh 11:16 : 16 Shabbethai and Jozabad, leaders of the Levites, were in charge of the external work for the temple of God;
• 1 Chr 23:12 : 12 The sons of Kohath:Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel– four in all.
• 1 Chr 26:23 : 23 As for the Amramites, Izharites, Hebronites, and Uzzielites:
• 2 Chr 19:8-9 : 8 In Jerusalem Jehoshaphat appointed some Levites, priests, and Israelite family leaders to judge on behalf of the LORD and to settle disputes among the residents of Jerusalem. 9 He commanded them:“Carry out your duties with respect for the LORD, with honesty, and with pure motives. 10 Whenever your countrymen who live in the cities bring a case before you(whether it involves a violent crime or other matters related to the law, commandments, rules, and regulations), warn them that they must not sin against the LORD. If you fail to do so, God will be angry with you and your colleagues, but if you obey, you will be free of guilt. 11 Take note, Amariah the chief priest will oversee you in every matter pertaining to the LORD and Zebadiah son of Ishmael, the leader of the family of Judah, in every matter pertaining to the king. The Levites will serve as officials before you. Act courageously! And may the LORD be with those who do well!”
• 2 Chr 34:13 : 13 supervised the laborers and all the foremen on their various jobs. Some of the Levites were scribes, officials, and guards.