“And a third part shall be at the gate of Sur; and a third part at the gate behind the guard: so shall ye keep the watch of the house, that it be not broken down.” — 2 Kings 11: 6

MAN THE GATES

It is instructive to observe that in our Focal Scripture, Jehoiada gave instructions for men of war to take their positions at the various gates, preparatory to the enthronement of Joash. Jehoiada was a priest; his assignment was in the temple, but he instructed men to take charge at the gates...