1 Chronicles 24:31

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These likewise cast lots even as their brothers the sons of Aaron in the presence of David the king, and Zadok, and Ahimelech, and the heads of the fathers' [houses] of the priests and of the Levites; the fathers' [houses] of the chief even as those of his younger brother.

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The Kingdom of David and SolomonThe united kingdom of Israel at its height under kings David and Solomon.

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The Holy Place was the main sanctuary area of the temple, where priests carried out Israel’s ordained worship before the Lord. In this passage, the casting of lots there underscores that priestly family assignments were determined publicly and impartially in God’s worshiping presence.

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1 Chronicles 24:31 mentions Holy Place.