Luke 1:9

According to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

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Other Translations for Luke 1:9

BSB
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense.
AKJV
According to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.
CPDV
according to the custom of the priesthood, the lot fell so that he would offer incense, entering into the temple of the Lord.
ERV
according to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.
NHEB
according to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to enter into the temple of the Lord and burn incense.
SMT
According to the custom of the priesthood, he drew lots to burn incense, having entered into the temple of the Lord.

Commentary for Luke 1:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Luke 1:9
Summary
Zacharias selected by lot to offer incense
Place
Temple of the Lord
Event
Zacharias assigned incense offering
Estimated Time Period
c. 8 BC
Category
Ritual