Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Kore, a Levite in charge of distributing freewill offerings during Hezekiah's reign.
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Kore, the son of Imnah the Levite, was appointed by King Hezekiah to be in charge of distributing the freewill offerings, contributions, and dedicated gifts brought to the temple (2Ch.31.14). He served at the East Gate and was responsible for ensuring that the offerings were properly distributed among the priests and Levites according to their divisions (2Ch.31.15). Kore's appointment demonstrates Hezekiah's efforts to restore proper worship and support for the Levites during his reign.
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KO'RE (partridge). A Korahite, father of Shallum and Meshelemiah, temple-porters. 1 Chr 9:19; 1 Chr 26:1. A Levite porter, son of Imnah, who had charge of the offerings and of the east gate. 2 Chr 31:14. To be translated "Korahite." 1 Chr 26:19.
KO'RE (partridge). A Korahite, father of Shallum and Meshelemiah, temple-porters. 1 Chr 9:19; 1 Chr 26:1. A Levite porter, son of Imnah, who had charge of the offerings and of the east gate. 2 Chr 31:14. To be translated "Korahite." 1 Chr 26:19.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H6981
Kore son of Imnah the Levite, the keeper of the East Gate, was in charge of the freewill offerings given to God, distributing the contributions to the LORD and the consecrated gifts.
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