Add parallel Print Page Options

14 Meshelemiah was chosen by lot to guard the East Gate. Then lots were thrown for Meshelemiah’s son Zechariah. He was a wise counselor. He was chosen for the North Gate. 15 Obed-Edom was chosen for the South Gate. And Obed-Edom’s sons were chosen to guard the storehouse. 16 Shuppim and Hosah were chosen for the West Gate. They also were to guard the Shalleketh Gate on the upper road.

Guards stood side by side with guards.

Read full chapter

Bible Gateway Recommends

NKJV Simply Charming Bible, Pink
NKJV Simply Charming Bible, Pink
Retail: $29.99
Our Price: $20.99
Save: $9.00 (30%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
ICB Gift & Award Bible, Girls' Edition
ICB Gift & Award Bible, Girls' Edition
Retail: $7.99
Our Price: $5.49
Save: $2.50 (31%)
3.0 of 5.0 stars
Small Hands Bible, Green Camo, ICB
Small Hands Bible, Green Camo, ICB
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $13.99
Save: $6.00 (30%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars
NKJV Simply Charming Bible, Leathersoft Hardcover
NKJV Simply Charming Bible, Leathersoft Hardcover
Retail: $34.99
Our Price: $23.49
Save: $11.50 (33%)
4.5 of 5.0 stars