2 Kings 11:7

New Century Version

The two groups who go off duty on the Sabbath must protect the Temple of the Lord for the king.

Cross References

2 Kings 11:5

He commanded them, “This is what you must do. A third of you who go on duty on the Sabbath will guard the king’s palace.

2 Kings 11:6

A third of you will be at the Sur Gate, and another third will be at the gate behind the guard. This way you will guard the Temple.

2 Kings 11:8

All of you must stand around the king, with weapons in hand. Kill anyone who comes near. Stay close to the king when he goes out and when he comes in.”

1 Chronicles 9:25

The gatekeepers’ relatives who lived in the villages had to come and help them at times. Each time they came they helped the gatekeepers for seven days.

2 Chronicles 23:6

Don’t let anyone come into the Temple of the Lord except the priests and Levites who serve. They may come because they have been made ready to serve the Lord, but all the others must do the job the Lord has given them.