1 Chronicles 16:37-43

How do Jerusalem and Gibeon both figure in the arrangements for worship?

Berean Standard Bible

37 So David left Asaph and his associates there before the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to minister there regularly according to the daily requirements, 38 along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers. 39 And David left Zadok the priest and his fellow priests before the tabernacle of the LORD at the high place in Gibeon 40 to regularly present burnt offerings to the LORD on the altar of burnt offerings, morning and evening, according to all that was written in the Law of the LORD, which He had commanded Israel to keep. 41 With them were Heman, Jeduthun, and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the LORD, for “His loving devotion endures forever.” 42 Heman and Jeduthun had with them trumpets and cymbals for the music and instruments for the songs of God. And the sons of Jeduthun were stationed at the gate. 43 Then all the people departed for their homes, and David returned home to bless his household.

What is the context?

Asaph and his associates remain before the ark to serve according to each day’s requirements, with gatekeepers also assigned. The ark’s arrival produces continuing responsibilities in Jerusalem.

Zadok and fellow priests serve before the Lord’s tabernacle at Gibeon, presenting the regular burnt offerings according to the Law. Musicians and gatekeepers are named there as well.

The people then go home, and David returns to bless his household. Regular service in the two locations and ordinary family life continue after the great public celebration.

How is this passage commonly understood?

Wesley distinguishes the service before the ark from the regular sacrificial work at Gibeon. The chapter itself names both locations and explicitly retains the commanded offerings. His broader reflection on spiritual worship should not be used to claim that sacrifice has already ended, especially when this very chapter begins with offerings.

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