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Numbers 3:6

King James Version (KJV)

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Numbers 3:6

Verse 6 of 51

Scripture focus

Bring the tribe of Levi near, and present them before Aaron the priest, that they may minister unto him.

Numbers 3:6 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Numbers 3:6

Theological / Devotional

Bring ... near. This is a common expression, not used in the technical sense (ch. 16:5) of an outward act of presentation, but simply of assigning to men their designated duties. It is an expression used of subordinates approaching to receive orders.

Minister unto him. The Levites were under Aaron to assist him in his responsibilities and to guard the tabernacle. Aaron here represents the entire priestly caste, which in v. 9 is referred to as “Aaron and . . . his sons.” For duties later given to the Levites, see Chron. 23:28-30; 25:1-7; 26:12, 20, 29-31.

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