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The children of Israel gave to the Levites out of their inheritance, according to the commandment of Yahweh, these cities with their suburbs.
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Obedience to a Divine Command
Commentators emphasize that Israel's provision for the Levites was not a spontaneous act of generosity but direct obedience to God's command. John Gill notes that the people 'freely gave' and 'made no objection,' showing a heart of willing compliance with a known divine precept.
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Joshua
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Reformed Baptist
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Presbyterian
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