1 CHRONICLES 23

THE LEVITES SERVE WITHIN THE TEMPLE + OFFER PRAISE TO GOD

Once David grows older, his son Solomon is made king over Israel. David organizes the Levites, the tribe of priests, to serve in various roles within the temple. The Levites are divided into the sons of Gershon, sons of Kohath, and sons of Merari. The Levites no longer have to carry the tabernacle because God’s dwelling place is now permanently in Jerusalem. God’s presence brings rest to the Levites. Every morning and evening, they offer praise and sacrifices to God in thanksgiving.