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1 Chronicles 6:53 Zadok his son, and Ahimaaz his son.
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his son, and Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_chronicles/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Zadok his son, <i>and</i> Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_chronicles/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, <i>and</i> Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_chronicles/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_chronicles/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />his son Zadok, and his son Ahimaaz.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />his son Zadok, and his son Ahimaaz. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_chronicles/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_chronicles/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_chronicles/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Ahitub's son was Zadok. Zadok's son was Ahimaaz.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Zadok, Ahimaaz. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_chronicles/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />his son Zadok, and his son Ahimaaz.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_chronicles/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />his son Zadok, and his son Ahimaaz. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, and Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_chronicles/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, and Ahimaaz his son. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_chronicles/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_chronicles/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Sadoc his son, Achimaas his son. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_chronicles/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_chronicles/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />whose son was Zadok, whose son was Ahimaaz.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_chronicles/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_chronicles/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_chronicles/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Tsaduq his son, Akhimats his son.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_chronicles/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_chronicles/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Sadoc his son, Achimaas his son.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wtNNY-qpWWI?start=1950" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_chronicles/6.htm">The Descendants of Aaron</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">52</span>Meraioth his son, Amariah his son, Ahitub his son, <span class="reftext">53</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6659.htm" title="6659: ṣā·ḏō·wq (N-proper-ms) -- The name of several Isr. From tsadaq; just; Tsadok, the name of eight or nine Israelites.">Zadok</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">his son,</a> <a href="/hebrew/290.htm" title="290: ’ă·ḥî·ma·‘aṣ (N-proper-ms) -- My brother is wrath, two Isr. From 'ach and the equivalent of Ma'ats; brother of anger; Achimaats, the name of three Israelites.">and Ahimaaz</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">his son.</a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-1.htm">Exodus 28:1</a></span><br />“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/8-1.htm">Leviticus 8:1-2</a></span><br />Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Take Aaron and his sons, their garments, the anointing oil, the bull of the sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/3-10.htm">Numbers 3:10</a></span><br />So you shall appoint Aaron and his sons to carry out the duties of the priesthood; but any outsider who approaches the tabernacle must be put to death.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/18-1.htm">Numbers 18:1-7</a></span><br />So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons and your father’s house must bear the iniquity involving the sanctuary. And you and your sons alone must bear the iniquity involving your priesthood. / But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-28.htm">1 Samuel 2:28</a></span><br />And out of all the tribes of Israel I selected your father to be My priest, to offer sacrifices on My altar, to burn incense, and to wear an ephod in My presence. I also gave to the house of your father all the food offerings of the Israelites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-27.htm">1 Kings 2:27</a></span><br />So Solomon banished Abiathar from the priesthood of the LORD and thus fulfilled the word that the LORD had spoken at Shiloh against the house of Eli.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-4.htm">1 Kings 8:4</a></span><br />and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-5.htm">2 Chronicles 5:5</a></span><br />and they brought up the ark and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. The Levitical priests carried them up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/13-10.htm">2 Chronicles 13:10</a></span><br />But as for us, the LORD is our God. We have not forsaken Him; the priests who minister to the LORD are sons of Aaron, and the Levites attend to their duties.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-1.htm">Nehemiah 12:1</a></span><br />Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/99-6.htm">Psalm 99:6</a></span><br />Moses and Aaron were among His priests; Samuel was among those who called on His name. They called to the LORD and He answered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/44-15.htm">Ezekiel 44:15-16</a></span><br />But the Levitical priests, who are descended from Zadok and who kept charge of My sanctuary when the Israelites went astray from Me, are to approach Me to minister before Me. They will stand before Me to offer Me fat and blood, declares the Lord GOD. / They alone shall enter My sanctuary and draw near to My table to minister before Me. They will keep My charge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-3.htm">Matthew 26:3</a></span><br />At that time the chief priests and elders of the people assembled in the courtyard of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-53.htm">Mark 14:53</a></span><br />They led Jesus away to the high priest, and all the chief priests, elders, and scribes assembled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-5.htm">Luke 1:5</a></span><br />In the time of Herod king of Judea there was a priest named Zechariah, who belonged to the priestly division of Abijah, and whose wife Elizabeth was a descendant of Aaron.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Zadok his son, Ahimaaz his son.</p><p class="hdg">Zadok.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/6-8.htm">1 Chronicles 6:8</a></b></br> And Ahitub begat Zadok, and Zadok begat Ahimaaz,</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/12-28.htm">1 Chronicles 12:28</a></b></br> And Zadok, a young man mighty of valour, and of his father's house twenty and two captains.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/23-16.htm">1 Chronicles 23:16</a></b></br> Of the sons of Gershom, Shebuel <i>was</i> the chief.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_chronicles/6-9.htm">Ahimaaz</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-9.htm">Ahim'a-Az</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/6-12.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_samuel/14-50.htm">Ahimaaz</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-50.htm">Ahim'a-Az</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/9-11.htm">Zadok</a><div class="vheading2">1 Chronicles 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-1.htm">The sons of Levi.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-4.htm">The line of Eleazar unto the captivity.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-16.htm">The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">49. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-49.htm">The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">54. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-54.htm">The cities of the priests and Levites.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF2 --> <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/1_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/1_chronicles/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Zadok his son</b><br>Zadok was a prominent priest during the reigns of King David and King Solomon. He is often associated with the establishment of the Zadokite priesthood, which played a significant role in the religious life of Israel. Zadok's lineage is traced back to Aaron, the brother of Moses, which legitimized his priestly role. He remained loyal to David during Absalom's rebellion, which solidified his position and favor with the king. Zadok's loyalty and service are seen as a type of Christ's faithfulness and priestly role, as Christ is described as a priest in the order of Melchizedek, which is eternal and unchanging. The name Zadok means "righteous," which aligns with the biblical theme of righteousness being a key attribute of God's chosen leaders.<p><b>and Ahimaaz his son</b><br>Ahimaaz was the son of Zadok and served as a messenger during King David's reign. He is noted for his role in bringing news to David about Absalom's defeat and death. Ahimaaz's willingness to serve and his swift actions are reflective of the importance of messengers in biblical times, who were crucial for communication across the kingdom. His actions can be seen as a parallel to the role of evangelists in the New Testament, who spread the good news of Christ. Ahimaaz's lineage continued the priestly line, emphasizing the importance of heritage and the passing down of spiritual responsibilities from one generation to the next. His name means "brother of anger" or "my brother is wrath," which may reflect the turbulent times in which he lived, marked by political and familial strife.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/z/zadok.htm">Zadok</a></b><br>A prominent priest during the reigns of David and Solomon. Zadok was a descendant of Aaron through Eleazar and played a crucial role in the religious life of Israel, particularly in the establishment of Solomon as king.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/ahimaaz.htm">Ahimaaz</a></b><br>The son of Zadok, known for his role as a messenger during Absalom's rebellion. Ahimaaz was a loyal supporter of King David and is noted for his swiftness and dedication.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_levitical_lineage.htm">The Levitical Lineage</a></b><br>This verse is part of a genealogical record that traces the priestly lineage from Levi through Aaron, emphasizing the continuity and faithfulness of God's covenant with the Levitical priesthood.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_service.htm">Faithfulness in Service</a></b><br>Zadok and Ahimaaz exemplify faithfulness in their service to God and their king. Believers are called to serve with loyalty and integrity in their respective roles.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_godly_heritage.htm">The Importance of Godly Heritage</a></b><br>The genealogical records in Chronicles remind us of the value of a godly heritage. Parents and leaders are encouraged to pass down their faith and values to the next generation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereign_plan.htm">God's Sovereign Plan</a></b><br>The continuity of the priestly line demonstrates God's sovereign plan and faithfulness to His promises. Trust in God's overarching plan, even when circumstances seem uncertain.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_priests_and_leaders.htm">Role of Priests and Leaders</a></b><br>Zadok's role in anointing Solomon highlights the importance of spiritual leaders in guiding and supporting God's chosen leaders. Spiritual leaders today are called to uphold truth and righteousness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_chronicles_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_ahimaaz_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Ahimaaz in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_zadok_in_the_bible.htm">Who was Zadok in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_6_16-30_and_ex_6_16-19_differ.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 6:16-30 list names that differ from other biblical genealogies (compare Exodus 6:16-19), and how can these discrepancies be reconciled?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_ezra_7_1-5_genealogy.htm">In Ezra 7:1-5, how do we reconcile the seemingly abbreviated genealogy of Ezra with other Old Testament genealogical records that appear longer or contradictory?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Zadok</span><br /><span class="heb">צָד֥וֹק</span> <span class="translit">(ṣā·ḏō·wq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6659.htm">Strong's 6659: </a> </span><span class="str2">Zadok -- the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his son,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנ֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] Ahimaaz</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲחִימַ֥עַץ</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḥî·ma·‘aṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_290.htm">Strong's 290: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ahimaaz -- 'my brother is wrath', two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his son.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">1 Chronicles 6:53 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_chronicles/6-53.htm">OT History: 1 Chronicles 6:53 Zadok his son Ahimaaz his son (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-52.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Chronicles 6:52"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 6:52" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-54.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Chronicles 6:54"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Chronicles 6:54" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>