Ezekiel 44:14
New International Version
And I will appoint them to guard the temple for all the work that is to be done in it.

New Living Translation
They are to serve as the Temple caretakers, taking charge of the maintenance work and performing general duties.

English Standard Version
Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the temple, to do all its service and all that is to be done in it.

Berean Standard Bible
Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of all the work for the temple and everything to be done in it.

King James Bible
But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.

New King James Version
Nevertheless I will make them keep charge of the temple, for all its work, and for all that has to be done in it.

New American Standard Bible
Nevertheless I will appoint them to take responsibility for the house, of all its service and of everything that shall be done in it.

NASB 1995
“Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the house, of all its service and of all that shall be done in it.

NASB 1977
“Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the house, of all its service, and of all that shall be done in it.

Legacy Standard Bible
Yet I will appoint them as keepers of the responsibility for the house, of all its service and of all that shall be done in it.

Amplified Bible
Yet I will appoint them as caretakers of the temple, for all its service and for all that shall be done in it.

Christian Standard Bible
Yet I will make them responsible for the duties of the temple —for all its work and everything done in it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Yet I will make them responsible for the duties of the temple—for all its work and everything done in it.”

American Standard Version
Yet will I make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.

Contemporary English Version
They will be responsible for all the hard work that must be done in the temple.

English Revised Version
Yet will I make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will assign them all of the less important work in the temple.

Good News Translation
I am assigning to them the menial work that is to be done in the Temple."

International Standard Version
Nevertheless, I will appoint them to take care of my Temple, including all of its service and everything that is to be done inside of it.'"

Majority Standard Bible
Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of all the work for the temple and everything to be done in it.

NET Bible
Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the temple, all of its service and all that will be done in it.

New Heart English Bible
Yet will I make them performers of the duty of the house, for all its service, and for all that shall be done in it.

Webster's Bible Translation
But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all its service, and for all that shall be done therein.

World English Bible
Yet I will make them performers of the duty of the house, for all its service and for all that will be done therein.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and I made them keepers of the charge of the house, for all its service and for all that is done in it.

Young's Literal Translation
and I made them keepers of the charge of the house, for all its service and for all that is done in it.

Smith's Literal Translation
And I gave them watchers of the watches of the house for all its service, and for all which shall be done in it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And I will make them doorkeepers of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And I will make them doorkeepers of the house, for all its ministries and for all that will be done within it.

New American Bible
Instead I will make them responsible for the service of the temple and all its work, for everything that must be done in it.

New Revised Standard Version
Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the temple, to do all its chores, all that is to be done in it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And I will put them in charge of the temple, and make them laborers for all that shall be done in it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And I shall make them the Keepers of the Guard of the house, and workers of the service of everything that is in it
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
They shall bring them to keep the charges of the house, for all the service of it, and for all that they shall do.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Duties of the Levites
13They must not approach Me to serve Me as priests or come near any of My holy things or the most holy things. They will bear the shame of the abominations they have committed. 14Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of all the work for the temple and everything to be done in it.

Cross References
Numbers 18:2-6
But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. / They are to join you and attend to the duties of the Tent of Meeting, doing all the work at the Tent; but no outsider may come near you. ...

1 Chronicles 23:28-32
but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. ...

2 Chronicles 29:11
Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”

Nehemiah 11:19-22
And the gatekeepers: Akkub, Talmon, and their associates, who kept watch at the gates—172 men. / The rest of the Israelites, with the priests and Levites, were in all the villages of Judah, each on his own inheritance. / The temple servants lived on the hill of Ophel, with Ziha and Gishpa over them. ...

Isaiah 56:6-7
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— / I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”

Jeremiah 33:18-22
nor will the priests who are Levites ever fail to have a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings, and to present sacrifices.” / And the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah: / “This is what the LORD says: If you can break My covenant with the day and My covenant with the night, so that day and night cease to occupy their appointed time, ...

Malachi 2:4-7
Then you will know that I have sent you this commandment so that My covenant with Levi may continue,” says the LORD of Hosts. / “My covenant with him was one of life and peace, which I gave to him; it called for reverence, and he revered Me and stood in awe of My name. / True instruction was in his mouth, and nothing false was found on his lips. He walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many from iniquity. ...

Acts 6:2-4
So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, “It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. / Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them / and will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”

Romans 15:16
to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles in the priestly service of the gospel of God, so that the Gentiles might become an offering acceptable to God, sanctified by the Holy Spirit.

1 Corinthians 9:13-14
Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings? / In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel.

1 Corinthians 12:28-31
And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. / Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? / Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? ...

2 Corinthians 3:6
And He has qualified us as ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.

Ephesians 4:11-12
And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,

Philippians 1:1
Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons:

Colossians 4:17
Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.”


Treasury of Scripture

But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.

Numbers 18:4
And they shall be joined unto thee, and keep the charge of the tabernacle of the congregation, for all the service of the tabernacle: and a stranger shall not come nigh unto you.

1 Chronicles 23:28-32
Because their office was to wait on the sons of Aaron for the service of the house of the LORD, in the courts, and in the chambers, and in the purifying of all holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God; …

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Yet I will appoint them
The phrase "Yet I will appoint them" signifies a divine decision and delegation of responsibility. The Hebrew root for "appoint" is "nathan," which means to give, set, or place. This indicates God's sovereign authority in assigning roles and duties. Historically, this reflects the restoration of order and structure within the temple service, emphasizing God's control over worship practices. It is a reminder that God chooses and equips individuals for specific purposes, even when they may have previously fallen short.

to keep charge
The phrase "to keep charge" comes from the Hebrew "shamar," meaning to guard, watch, or preserve. This implies a duty of vigilance and responsibility. In the context of the temple, it underscores the importance of maintaining the sanctity and proper function of the sacred space. This duty is not merely a task but a sacred trust, reflecting the broader biblical theme of stewardship over God's creation and commands.

of all the work for the temple
"Of all the work for the temple" highlights the comprehensive nature of the duties assigned. The temple, as the dwelling place of God's presence, required meticulous care and attention. The Hebrew word for "work" is "melachah," which encompasses labor, craftsmanship, and service. This indicates that every aspect of temple service, from the mundane to the sacred, is significant in God's eyes. It serves as a metaphor for the Christian life, where every action, no matter how small, is an act of worship.

and everything to be done in it
The phrase "and everything to be done in it" emphasizes the totality and inclusiveness of the responsibilities. The Hebrew "kol" for "everything" suggests completeness and entirety. This reflects the holistic approach to serving God, where no task is too small or insignificant. It is a call to faithfulness in all aspects of life and service, recognizing that every action contributes to the greater purpose of glorifying God. This comprehensive duty mirrors the New Testament teaching that whatever we do, we should do it for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Yet I will appoint
וְנָתַתִּ֣י (wə·nā·ṯat·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

them
אוֹתָ֔ם (’ō·w·ṯām)
Direct object marker | third person masculine plural
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

to keep
שֹׁמְרֵ֖י (šō·mə·rê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to

charge
מִשְׁמֶ֣רֶת (miš·me·reṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4931: A guard, watch, charge, function

of all
לְכֹל֙ (lə·ḵōl)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the work
עֲבֹ֣דָת֔וֹ (‘ă·ḇō·ḏā·ṯōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5656: Work of any kind

for the temple
הַבָּ֑יִת (hab·bā·yiṯ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004: A house

and everything
וּלְכֹ֛ל (ū·lə·ḵōl)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

to be done
יֵעָשֶׂ֖ה (yê·‘ā·śeh)
Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

in it.
בּֽוֹ׃ (bōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew


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