1 Chronicles 9:21
New International Version
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the tent of meeting.

New Living Translation
And later Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was responsible for guarding the entrance to the Tabernacle.

English Standard Version
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper at the entrance of the tent of meeting.

Berean Standard Bible
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.

King James Bible
And Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.

New King James Version
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was keeper of the door of the tabernacle of meeting.

New American Standard Bible
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the entrance of the tent of meeting.

NASB 1995
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the entrance of the tent of meeting.

NASB 1977
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the entrance of the tent of meeting.

Legacy Standard Bible
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the entrance of the tent of meeting.

Amplified Bible
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper at the entrance of the Tent of Meeting.

Christian Standard Bible
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the tent of meeting.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the tent of meeting.

American Standard Version
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tent of meeting.

Contemporary English Version
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was also one of the guards at the temple.

English Revised Version
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tent of meeting.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Zechariah, son of Meshelemiah, was the keeper at the entrance to the tent of meeting.

Good News Translation
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was also a guard at the entrance to the Tent of the LORD's presence.

International Standard Version
Meshelemiah's son Zechariah was gatekeeper at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.

Majority Standard Bible
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.

NET Bible
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the guard at the entrance to the meeting tent.

New Heart English Bible
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the entrance of the Tent of Meeting.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.

World English Bible
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper of the door of the Tent of Meeting.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah [is] gatekeeper at the opening of the Tent of Meeting.

Young's Literal Translation
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah is gatekeeper at the opening of the tent of meeting.

Smith's Literal Translation
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah, the gate of the opening to the tent of appointment.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Zacharias the son of Mosollamia, was porter of the gate of the tabernacle of the testimony:

Catholic Public Domain Version
But Zechariah, the son of Meshelemiah, was the keeper of the gate of the tabernacle of the testimony.

New American Bible
Zechariah, son of Meshelemiah, guarded the gate of the tent of meeting.

New Revised Standard Version
Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was gatekeeper at the entrance of the tent of meeting.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Zechariah the son of Meshallum was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Zechariah, son of Mashlam guarded the door of the Tent of Time.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tent of meeting.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Zacharias the son of Mosollami was keeper of the door of the tabernacle of witness.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The People of Jerusalem
20In earlier times Phinehas son of Eleazar had been in charge of the gatekeepers, and the LORD was with him. 21Zechariah son of Meshelemiah was the gatekeeper at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. 22The number of those chosen to be gatekeepers at the thresholds was 212. They were registered by genealogy in their villages. David and Samuel the seer had appointed them to their positions of trust.…

Cross References
Numbers 3:32
The chief of the leaders of the Levites was Eleazar son of Aaron the priest; he oversaw those responsible for the duties of the sanctuary.

Numbers 4:16
Eleazar son of Aaron the priest shall oversee the oil for the light, the fragrant incense, the daily grain offering, and the anointing oil. He has oversight of the entire tabernacle and everything in it, including the holy objects and their utensils.”

1 Chronicles 26:1-19
These were the divisions of the gatekeepers: From the Korahites: Meshelemiah son of Kore, one of the sons of Asaph. / Meshelemiah had sons: Zechariah the firstborn, Jediael the second, Zebadiah the third, Jathniel the fourth, / Elam the fifth, Jehohanan the sixth, and Eliehoenai the seventh. ...

1 Chronicles 23:32
So the Levites were to carry out the responsibilities for the Tent of Meeting and the Holy Place, and, under their brothers the descendants of Aaron, the service of the house of the LORD.

1 Chronicles 6:48-49
Their fellow Levites were assigned to every kind of service of the tabernacle, the house of God. / But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded.

1 Chronicles 15:23-24
Berechiah and Elkanah were to be guardians of the ark. / Shebaniah, Joshaphat, Nethanel, Amasai, Zechariah, Benaiah, and Eliezer—the priests—were to blow the trumpets before the ark of God. Obed-edom and Jehiah were also to be guardians of the ark.

1 Chronicles 16:38
along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers.

2 Chronicles 31:14
Kore son of Imnah the Levite, the keeper of the East Gate, was in charge of the freewill offerings given to God, distributing the contributions to the LORD and the consecrated gifts.

2 Chronicles 35:3
To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel.

Nehemiah 11:19
And the gatekeepers: Akkub, Talmon, and their associates, who kept watch at the gates—172 men.

Nehemiah 12:25
Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates.

1 Samuel 9:9
(Formerly in Israel, a man on his way to inquire of God would say, “Come, let us go to the seer.” For the prophet of today was formerly called the seer.)

1 Samuel 9:22-24
Then Samuel took Saul and his servant, brought them into the hall, and seated them in the place of honor among those who were invited—about thirty in all. / And Samuel said to the cook, “Bring the portion I gave you and told you to set aside.” / So the cook picked up the leg and what was attached to it and set it before Saul. Then Samuel said, “Here is what was kept back. It was set apart for you. Eat, for it has been kept for you for this occasion, from the time I said, ‘I have invited the people.’” So Saul dined with Samuel that day.

1 Samuel 9:27
As they were going down to the edge of the city, Samuel said to Saul, “Tell the servant to go on ahead of us, but you stay for a while, and I will reveal to you the word of God.” So the servant went on.

1 Samuel 10:1
Then Samuel took a flask of oil, poured it on Saul’s head, kissed him, and said, “Has not the LORD anointed you ruler over His inheritance?


Treasury of Scripture

And Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.

Zechariah

1 Chronicles 26:14
And the lot eastward fell to Shelemiah. Then for Zechariah his son, a wise counseller, they cast lots; and his lot came out northward.

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1 Chronicles 9
1. The original of Israel and Judah's genealogies
2. The Israelites
10. The priests
14. and the Levites, with Nethinims, who dwelt in Jerusalem
27. The charge of certain Levites
35. The stock of Saul and Jonathan














Zechariah son of Meshelemiah
Zechariah is identified as the son of Meshelemiah, who was a gatekeeper during the time of King David. This lineage highlights the hereditary nature of certain Levitical roles, emphasizing the importance of family lines in temple service. Meshelemiah is also mentioned in 1 Chronicles 26:1-2, where his family is listed among the gatekeepers, indicating a long-standing tradition of service in the temple. The name Zechariah means "Yahweh remembers," which is significant in the context of Israel's history and God's faithfulness to His covenant people.

was the gatekeeper
Gatekeepers held an important role in the temple, responsible for maintaining the sanctity and security of the holy place. They were tasked with controlling access, ensuring that only those who were ceremonially clean could enter. This role can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate gatekeeper, the one who grants access to the Father (John 10:9). The gatekeepers' duties also included guarding the treasures and offerings, highlighting the trust and responsibility placed upon them.

at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting
The Tent of Meeting, also known as the Tabernacle, was the portable earthly dwelling place of God among the Israelites before the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem. It was a central place of worship and sacrifice, symbolizing God's presence with His people. The entrance to the Tent of Meeting was a significant location, as it was the point of transition from the common to the sacred. This phrase underscores the importance of the gatekeeper's role in facilitating worship and maintaining the holiness of the space. The Tent of Meeting is a precursor to the Temple and ultimately points to Jesus Christ, who is the true meeting place between God and humanity (John 1:14).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Zechariah
A Levite and son of Meshelemiah, who served as a gatekeeper at the Tent of Meeting. His role was crucial in maintaining the sanctity and order of the worship space.

2. Meshelemiah
The father of Zechariah, also a gatekeeper, indicating a family tradition of service in the temple.

3. Gatekeeper
A significant role in the Levitical service, responsible for guarding the entrances to the sacred spaces, ensuring that only those who were ceremonially clean could enter.

4. Tent of Meeting
The portable earthly dwelling place of God among the Israelites, where they would come to worship and offer sacrifices.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Faithful Service
Zechariah's role as a gatekeeper emphasizes the value of faithful service in seemingly humble positions. Every role in God's kingdom is significant and contributes to the greater purpose of worship and community.

Guarding the Sacred
Just as Zechariah guarded the Tent of Meeting, believers are called to guard their hearts and lives, ensuring that they remain pure and dedicated to God.

Family Legacy in Ministry
The service of Zechariah and his father Meshelemiah highlights the impact of a family legacy in ministry. Encouraging and nurturing a heart for service in our families can have lasting spiritual benefits.

Order and Structure in Worship
The organized roles within the temple service remind us of the importance of order and structure in our worship practices, ensuring that they honor God and facilitate communal worship.(21) And.--Omit. The verse returns abruptly from the Mosaic to the Davidic age.

Zechariah the son of Meshelemiah had charge of the north gate under David (1Chronicles 26:12).

Was porter of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.--Was a doorkeeper of the tent of meeting. The verse seems to refer the functions of Zechariah to Mosaic antiquity; but comp. Note on 1Chronicles 9:19. The relation of this company to those mentioned in 1Chronicles 9:17 is indeterminate.

Verse 21. - Zechariah (see 1 Chronicles 26:1, 2, 11, 14).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Zechariah
זְכַרְיָה֙ (zə·ḵar·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2148: Zachariah -- the name of a number of Israelites

son
בֶּ֣ן (ben)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Meshelemiah
מְשֶֽׁלֶמְיָ֔ה (mə·še·lem·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4920: Meshelemiah -- a Levite

was the gatekeeper
שֹׁעֵ֥ר (šō·‘êr)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7778: A gatekeeper

at the entrance
פֶּ֖תַח (pe·ṯaḥ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way

to the Tent
לְאֹ֥הֶל (lə·’ō·hel)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 168: A tent

of Meeting.
מוֹעֵֽד׃ (mō·w·‘êḏ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting


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