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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Responsibility</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/r/responsibility.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/matthew/27-4.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/r/responsibility.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Responsibility</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/r/responsibilities.htm" title="Responsibilities">&#9668;</a> Responsibility <a href="/topical/r/responsibility_and_accountability.htm" title="Responsibility and Accountability">&#9658;</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#web" title="Webster's Dictionary">Webster's</a> &#8226; <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> &#8226; <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> &#8226; <a href="#grk" title="Strong's Greek Concordance">Greek</a> &#8226; <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> &#8226; <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> &#8226; <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> &#8226; <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Concept:</b><br>Responsibility in the biblical context refers to the duty and obligation to act righteously and fulfill one's roles and commitments as ordained by God. It encompasses personal accountability, stewardship, and the moral duty to adhere to God's commandments and teachings.<br><br><b>Biblical Foundations:</b><br>The concept of responsibility is deeply rooted in Scripture, beginning with the creation narrative. In <a href="/genesis/1-28.htm">Genesis 1:28</a> , God commands humanity to "Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth." This mandate establishes humanity's responsibility to steward and care for creation.<br><br><b>Personal Responsibility:</b><br>The Bible emphasizes personal responsibility in various aspects of life. In <a href="/ezekiel/18-20.htm">Ezekiel 18:20</a> , it is stated, "The soul who sins is the one who will die. A son will not bear the iniquity of his father, nor will a father bear the iniquity of his son. The righteousness of the righteous man will fall upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked man will fall upon him." This passage underscores the principle that individuals are accountable for their own actions and decisions.<br><br><b>Stewardship:</b><br>Stewardship is a significant aspect of biblical responsibility. In the Parable of the Talents (<a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Matthew 25:14-30</a>), Jesus illustrates the importance of using one's gifts and resources wisely. The servants are entrusted with their master's wealth, and their responsibility is to manage it effectively. The parable teaches that God expects His followers to be diligent and faithful stewards of the resources and opportunities He provides.<br><br><b>Family and Community:</b><br>The Bible also addresses responsibility within the family and community. <a href="/ephesians/6-4.htm">Ephesians 6:4</a> instructs, "Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord." This verse highlights the parental responsibility to nurture and guide children in the ways of the Lord. Similarly, <a href="/galatians/6-2.htm">Galatians 6:2</a> encourages believers to "Carry one another&#8217;s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ," emphasizing communal responsibility and support.<br><br><b>Work and Vocation:</b><br><a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23-24</a> speaks to the responsibility in work and vocation: "Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, for the Lord and not for men, because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving." This passage calls believers to perform their duties with diligence and integrity, recognizing their work as service to God.<br><br><b>Moral and Ethical Responsibility:</b><br>The Bible calls for adherence to moral and ethical standards. <a href="/micah/6-8.htm">Micah 6:8</a> succinctly states, "He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?" This verse encapsulates the ethical responsibilities of justice, mercy, and humility that God expects from His people.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b><br>While the Bible does not provide a single definition of responsibility, it offers a comprehensive framework through various teachings and narratives. Responsibility is a multifaceted concept that encompasses personal accountability, stewardship, family and community obligations, vocational diligence, and adherence to moral and ethical standards. Through these principles, believers are called to live lives that honor God and reflect His character.<a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>1. (<I>n.</I>) The state of being responsible, accountable, or answerable, as for a trust, debt, or obligation.<p>2. (<I>n.</I>) That for which anyone is responsible or accountable; as, the responsibilities of power.<p>3. (<I>n.</I>) Ability to answer in payment; means of paying.<a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/2233.htm"><span class="l">2233. hegeomai -- to lead, suppose</span></a> <br><b>...</b> [2233 (&quot;an official who &quot;) carries important <b>responsibility</b> and hence &quot;casts a heavy<br> vote&quot; (influence) -- and hence deserve cooperation by those who are led <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2233.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 9k</font><p><a href="/greek/422.htm"><span class="l">422. anepaischuntos -- not to be put to shame</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 422 (from 1 &quot;not&quot; and 1870, &quot;ashamed&quot;) -- properly, not ashamed, because having<br> discharged <b>responsibility</b> which accomplishes what God assigns (note the prefix <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/422.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/3784.htm"><span class="l">3784. opheilo -- to owe</span></a> <br><b>...</b> duties and responsibilities to the gods and to men, or to their sacrosanct<br> regulations. . . expresses human and ethical <b>responsibility</b> in the NT <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3784.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 8k</font><p><a href="/greek/324.htm"><span class="l">324. anadechomai -- to undertake, receive</span></a> <br><b>...</b> an-ad-ekh&#39;-om-ahee) Short Definition: I welcome, receive kindly, undertake Definition:<br> I welcome, receive kindly; I undertake, assume the <b>responsibility</b> of. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/324.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/4234.htm"><span class="l">4234. praxis -- a deed, function</span></a> <br><b>...</b> function, business. Cognate: 4234 -- &quot;a function, implying activity<br> and/or <b>responsibility</b>&quot; (, 1, 42.5). See 4238 (). Word Origin <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4234.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/2322.htm"><span class="l">2322. therapeia -- attention, medical service</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Cognate: 2322 -- healing, focusing on the reversal of the physical condition (illness,<br> disease) itself carrying the <b>responsibility</b> of fully serving the Lord <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2322.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/4102.htm"><span class="l">4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Heb 11:6). But a personal encounter with Christ (a true connection with Him and<br> His Word) is always necessary for believing (&quot;man&#39;s <b>responsibility</b>&quot;) to be <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4102.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 18k</font><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/6486.htm"><span class="l">6486. pequddah -- oversight, mustering, visitation, store</span></a><br><b>...</b> 1), executioners (1), fate (1), muster (2), office (1), officers (1), offices (3),<br> oversight (2), prison* (1), punishment (11), <b>responsibility</b> (2), stored (1). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/6486.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/530.htm"><span class="l">530. emunah -- firmness, steadfastness, fidelity</span></a><br><b>...</b> firmness, steadfastness, fidelity NASB Word Usage faith (1), faithful (3), faithfully<br> (8), faithfulness (25), honestly (1), <b>responsibility</b> (1), stability (1 <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/530.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm"><span class="l">5921. al -- upon, above, over</span></a><br><b>...</b> 2), presence (2), pressed* (1), prompts* (1), reason (2), reason* (6), received<br> (1), regard (3), regarding (1), respect (1), <b>responsibility</b> (1), ruthlessly* (1 <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/5921.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 8k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_4_1858/human_responsibility.htm"><span class="l">Human <b>Responsibility</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> Human <b>Responsibility</b>. A Sermon (No.194). Delivered on Sabbath Morning, May 16, 1858,<br> by the. REV. CH SPURGEON. at the Music Hall, Royal Surrey Gardens. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/human responsibility.htm</font><p><a href="/library/unknown/recognitions_of_clement_/chapter_xxii_responsibility.htm"><span class="l"><b>Responsibility</b>.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Book III. Chapter XXII."<b>Responsibility</b>. Then Simon said: &quot;I know not<br> whether I know even this; for every one, according as it <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../unknown/recognitions of clement /chapter xxii responsibility.htm</font><p><a href="/library/justin/the_first_apology_of_justin/chapter_xliii_responsibility_asserted.htm"><span class="l"><b>Responsibility</b> Asserted.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Chapter XLIII."<b>Responsibility</b> asserted. But lest some suppose, from what<br> has been said by us, that we say that whatever happens <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../justin/the first apology of justin/chapter xliii responsibility asserted.htm</font><p><a href="/library/pink/the_sovereignty_of_god/chapter_eight_sovereignty_and_human.htm"><span class="l">Sovereignty and Human <b>Responsibility</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> CHAPTER EIGHT SOVEREIGNTY AND HUMAN <b>RESPONSIBILITY</b>. &quot;So then every one of<br> us shall give account of himself to God&quot; (Rom.14:12). In <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../pink/the sovereignty of god/chapter eight sovereignty and human.htm</font><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_4_1858/sovereign_grace_and_mans_responsibility.htm"><span class="l">Sovereign Grace and Man&#39;s <b>Responsibility</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> Sovereign Grace and Man&#39;s <b>Responsibility</b>. A Sermon (No.207). Delivered on Sabbath<br> Morning, August 1, 1858, by the. REV. <b>...</b> The second point is MAN&#39;S <b>RESPONSIBILITY</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/sovereign grace and mans responsibility.htm</font><p><a href="/library/unknown/recognitions_of_clement_/chapter_vii_responsibility_of_knowledge.htm"><span class="l"><b>Responsibility</b> of Knowledge.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Book V. Chapter VII."<b>Responsibility</b> of Knowledge. &quot;Therefore, before any<br> one hears what is good for him, it is certain that he <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../unknown/recognitions of clement /chapter vii responsibility of knowledge.htm</font><p><a href="/library/unknown/recognitions_of_clement_/chapter_xviii_responsibility_of_men.htm"><span class="l"><b>Responsibility</b> of Men.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Book II. Chapter XVIII."<b>Responsibility</b> of Men. &quot;To this Aquila answered:<br> &quot;How, then, are men in fault, if the wicked one, transforming <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../unknown/recognitions of clement /chapter xviii responsibility of men.htm</font><p><a href="/library/unknown/recognitions_of_clement_/chapter_xiv_knowledge_enhances_responsibility.htm"><span class="l">Knowledge Enhances <b>Responsibility</b>.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Book VI. Chapter XIV."Knowledge Enhances <b>Responsibility</b>. &quot;And truly confusion<br> is our worthy portion, if we have done no more than <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../recognitions of clement /chapter xiv knowledge enhances responsibility.htm</font><p><a href="/library/augustine/anti-pelagian_writings/chapter_22_xvi_peters_responsibility_in.htm"><span class="l">Peter&#39;s <b>Responsibility</b> in the Case of victor.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Book II. Chapter 22 [XVI.]"Peter&#39;s <b>Responsibility</b> in the Case of Victor.<br> Far be it from you, my brother, that such views should <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 22 xvi peters responsibility in.htm</font><p><a href="/library/kent/the_making_of_a_nation/study_ii_mans_responsibility_for.htm"><span class="l">Man&#39;s <b>Responsibility</b> for his Acts.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> STUDY II MAN&#39;S <b>RESPONSIBILITY</b> FOR HIS ACTS. THE STORY OF THE GARDEN OF<br> EDEN."Gen. 3. Parallel Readings. Hist. Bible, Vol. I, 37-42. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../kent/the making of a nation/study ii mans responsibility for.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/r/responsibility.htm"><span class="l"><b>Responsibility</b> (17 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> power. 3. (n.) Ability to answer in payment; means of paying. Multi-Version<br> Concordance <b>Responsibility</b> (17 Occurrences). Matthew <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/responsibility.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/guilt.htm"><span class="l">Guilt (180 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> gilt: The Christian idea of guilt involves three elements: <b>responsibility</b> (Greek<br> aitia, &quot;cause,&quot; depending upon a man's real freedom), blameworthiness (Latin <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/guilt.htm - 46k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/accountability.htm"><span class="l">Accountability</span></a><br><b>...</b> There must, however, be a difference between the <b>responsibility</b> of a conscience<br> that has never been enlightened and that of one which, having once been <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/accountability.htm - 14k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/charge.htm"><span class="l">Charge (379 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 7. (vt) To accuse; to make a charge or assertion against (a person or thing); to<br> lay the <b>responsibility</b> (for something said or done) at the door of. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/charge.htm - 41k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/care.htm"><span class="l">Care (466 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A burdensome sense of <b>responsibility</b>; trouble<br> caused by onerous duties; anxiety; concern; solicitude. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/care.htm - 44k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/shoulder.htm"><span class="l">Shoulder (72 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 9. (vt) To take upon the shoulder or shoulders; as, to shoulder a basket; hence,<br> to assume the burden or <b>responsibility</b> of; as, to shoulder blame; to shoulder <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/shoulder.htm - 37k</font><p><a href="/topical/k/keys.htm"><span class="l">Keys (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Did Jesus mean by these words to confer on Peter, or on anyone to whom they may<br> apply, authority, or obligation; privilege, or <b>responsibility</b>? <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/k/keys.htm - 32k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/power.htm"><span class="l">Power (862 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Did Jesus mean by these words to confer on Peter, or on anyone to whom they may<br> apply, authority, or obligation; privilege, or <b>responsibility</b>? <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/power.htm - 66k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/imputation.htm"><span class="l">Imputation</span></a><br><b>...</b> recorded instances (Genesis 19:15 Exodus 20:5 Deuteronomy 1:37; Deuteronomy 3:26);<br> and the assertion of the principle of personal <b>responsibility</b> by Ezekiel and <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/imputation.htm - 39k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/responsible.htm"><span class="l">Responsible (242 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 3. (a.) Involving <b>responsibility</b>; involving a degree of accountability on the part<br> of the person concerned; as, a responsible office. Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/responsible.htm - 37k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/personal-responsibility.html">What does the Bible say about personal responsibility? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-responsibility.html">What does the Bible say about a Christian's responsibility? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/sins-of-the-father.html">Does a son bear any responsibility for the sins of the father? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://clyx.com/term/responsibility.htm">Responsibility: Dictionary and Thesaurus &#124; Clyx.com</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> &#8226; <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> &#8226; <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> &#8226; <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> &#8226; <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Responsibility (17 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/matthew/27-4.htm">Matthew 27:4</a></span><br />saying, "I have sinned in that I betrayed innocent blood." But they said, "What is that to us? You see to it."<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/matthew/27-24.htm">Matthew 27:24</a></span><br />So when Pilate saw that he was able to do nothing, but that trouble was working up, he took water and, washing his hands before the people, said, The blood of this upright man is not on my hands: you are responsible.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/acts/6-3.htm">Acts 6:3</a></span><br />Therefore select from among you, brothers, seven men of good report, full of the Holy Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/acts/18-6.htm">Acts 18:6</a></span><br />and on their resisting and speaking evil, having shaken 'his' garments, he said unto them, 'Your blood 'is' upon your head -- I am clean; henceforth to the nations I will go on.'<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/colossians/1-25.htm">Colossians 1:25</a></span><br />I have been appointed to serve the Church in the position of <span class="boldtext">responsibility</span> entrusted to me by God for your benefit, so that I may fully deliver God's Message--<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_timothy/5-22.htm">1 Timothy 5:22</a></span><br />Lay hands hastily on no one, neither be a participant in other men's sins. Keep yourself pure.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/4-16.htm">Numbers 4:16</a></span><br />And the oversight of Eleazar, son of Aaron the priest, 'is' the oil of the lamp, and the spice-perfume, and the present of continuity, and the anointing oil, the oversight of all the tabernacle, and of all that 'is' in it, in the sanctuary, and in its vessels.'<br /><span class="source">(See NAS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/4-27.htm">Numbers 4:27</a></span><br />At the commandment of Aaron and his sons shall be all the service of the sons of the Gershonites, in all their burden, and in all their service; and you shall appoint their duty to them in all their responsibilities.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/18-1.htm">Numbers 18:1</a></span><br />And the Lord said to Aaron, You and your sons and your father's family are to be responsible for all wrongdoing in relation to the holy place: and you and your sons are to be responsible for the errors which come about in your work as priests.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/18-4.htm">Numbers 18:4</a></span><br />They shall be joined to you, and keep the <span class="boldtext">responsibility</span> of the Tent of Meeting, for all the service of the Tent: and a stranger shall not come near to you.<br /><span class="source">(WEB)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/numbers/18-23.htm">Numbers 18:23</a></span><br />But the Levites are to do the work of the Tent of meeting, and be responsible for errors in connection with it: this is a law for ever through all your generations; and among the children of Israel they will have no heritage.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-26.htm">1 Chronicles 9:26</a></span><br />for the four chief porters, who were Levites, were in an office of trust, and were over the chambers and over the treasuries in the house of God.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/9-31.htm">1 Chronicles 9:31</a></span><br />And Mattithiah, one of the Levites, the oldest son of Shallum the Korahite, was responsible for cooking the flat cakes.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/15-22.htm">1 Chronicles 15:22</a></span><br />Chenaniah, chief of the Levites, was over the song: he instructed about the song, because he was skillful.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ezra/10-4.htm">Ezra 10:4</a></span><br />Arise; for the matter belongs to you, and we are with you: be of good courage, and do it.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/10-32.htm">Nehemiah 10:32</a></span><br />Also we made ordinances for us, to charge ourselves yearly with the third part of a shekel for the service of the house of our God;<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/nehemiah/10-35.htm">Nehemiah 10:35</a></span><br />and to bring the first fruits of our ground, and the first fruits of all fruit of all manner of trees, year by year, to the house of Yahweh;<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/r/responsibility.htm">Responsibility</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/r/responsibility_to_children.htm">Responsibility to Children</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/responsibility--according_to_privilege.htm">Responsibility: According to Privilege</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/responsibility--assumed_by_the_jewish_leaders_for_the_death_of_jesus.htm">Responsibility: Assumed by the Jewish Leaders for the Death of Jesus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/r/responsibility--attempts_to_shift--aaron.htm">Responsibility: Attempts to 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