¹² These divisions of the gatekeepers, through their leaders, had duties for ministering^(A) in the temple of the Lord, just as their relatives had. ¹³ Lots^(B) were cast for each gate, according to their families, young and old alike.

¹⁴ The lot for the East Gate^(C) fell to Shelemiah.^[a] Then lots were cast for his son Zechariah,^(D) a wise counselor, and the lot for the North Gate fell to him.