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The families of the sons of Kohath shall encamp on the side of the tent southward.
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An Honored Position
Commentators explain that the Kohathites, the clan of Moses and Aaron, were given a place of honor. They camped on the south side, considered the most prestigious location after the east, and were entrusted with caring for the most sacred objects, including the Ark of the Covenant. Their position reflected the importance of their sacred duties.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Of the Levites, the Kohathites, the kinsmen of Moses and Aaron, and the most numerous, have the most important charge confided to them, namely, tha…
19th Century
Anglican
on the side of the tabernacle southward. —The south has its name in Hebrew (Teman) from Yamin, the right hand, b…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The families of the sons of Kohath shall pitch on the side of the tabernacle southward .
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