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Ladan

Gershonite Levite

Gershonite Levite named in 1 Chronicles whose descendants were assigned roles in the temple during David's organization of the Levites.

5 appearances1 Bible books2 known aliases

Who or what is this?

Ladan appears in 1 Chronicles 23 and 26 as a Gershonite , listed as a son of and ancestor of various Levitical clans who served in during 's organization of the Levites. His descendants are grouped among those assigned to the gates and storehouses of the house of God. Some scholars note a possible identification with Libni, the other son of Gershon, but the Chronicles text treats Ladan as a distinct figure whose sons held positions of responsibility in the sanctuary.

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