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[seems it but] a small thing to you, that the God of Israel has separated you from the congregation of Israel, to bring you near to himself, to do the service of the tent of Yahweh, and to stand before the congregation to minister to them;
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The Privilege of Service
Moses' rhetorical question, "Is it a small thing to you?", highlights the great honor God bestowed upon the Levites. Commentators explain that being "separated" from the other tribes to be brought "near to himself" and serve in the tabernacle was a unique and special privilege, not a minor role to be despised.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
“Seemeth” is not in the original. Render it as: Is it too little for you, that is, “is it less than your dignity demands?”
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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