2 Kings 11:6

And a third part shall be at the gate of Sur; and a third part at the gate behind the guard: so shall ye keep the watch of the house, that it be not broken down.

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Other Translations for 2 Kings 11:6

BSB
a third shall be at the gate of Sur, and a third at the gate behind the guards. You are to take turns guarding the temple-
AKJV
And a third part shall be at the gate of Sur; and a third part at the gate behind the guard: so shall you keep the watch of the house, that it be not broken down.
CPDV
Let one third part of you enter on the Sabbath, and keep watch on the house of the king. And let one third part be at the gate of Sur. And let one third part be at the gate behind the dwelling place of the shield bearers. And you shall keep the watch on the house of Mesha.
ERV
And a third part shall be at the gate Sur; and a third part at the gate behind the guard: so shall ye keep the watch of the house, and be a barrier.
NHEB
A third part shall be at the gate Sur; and a third part at the gate behind the guard. So you shall keep the watch of the house, and be a barrier.
SMT
And the third in the gate of Sur; and a third in the gate behind the runners: and watch the watches of the house from being swept away.

Commentary for 2 Kings 11:6

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Overview of 2 Kings 11:6
Summary
Guards positioned at temple gates for security
Place
Temple of the LORD
Event
Guard assignments made
Estimated Time Period
c. 835 BC
Category
Narrative