Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

These chief fathers of the Levites were chief throughout their generations; these dwelt at Jerusalem.

Bible References

Chief fathers

1 Chronicles 9:13
And their brethren, heads of the house of their fathers, a thousand and seven hundred and sixty; very able men for the work of the service of the house of God.
Nehemiah 11:1
And the rulers of the people dwelt at Jerusalem: the rest of the people also cast lots, to bring one of ten to dwell in Jerusalem the holy city, and nine parts to dwell in other cities.