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Barnes' Notes on Nehemiah 7:1

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Since the watch of the temple had hitherto been kept by porters, singers, and Levites 1 Chronicles 26:1-19, so now the watch of the entire city was committed to men of the same three classes, their experience pointing them out as the most suitable persons. return to 'Top of Page'
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