2 Kings 11:7

And two parts of all you that go forth on the sabbath, even they shall keep the watch of the house of the LORD about the king.

King James Version
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Other Translations for 2 Kings 11:7

BSB
the two divisions that would go off duty on the Sabbath are to guard the house of the LORD for the king.
AKJV
And two parts of all you that go forth on the sabbath, even they shall keep the watch of the house of the LORD about the king.
CPDV
Yet truly, let two parts of you, all who depart on the Sabbath, keep watch over the house of the Lord concerning the king.
ERV
And the two companies of you, even all that go forth on the sabbath, shall keep the watch of the house of the LORD about the king.
NHEB
The two companies of you, even all who go out on the Sabbath, shall keep the watch of the house of the LORD around the king.
SMT
And two hands among you all going forth the Sabbath, and watch ye the watches of the house of Jehovah for the king.

Commentary for 2 Kings 11:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Kings 11:7
Summary
Military units maintaining temple protection duty
Place
Temple of the LORD
Event
Watch assignments designated
Estimated Time Period
c. 835 BC
Category
Narrative