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A Divine Substitution
Commentators explain that this verse establishes a foundational principle of substitution. God takes the entire tribe of Levi and their livestock as a direct replacement for all the firstborn males and firstborn cattle of Israel, which He had previously claimed for Himself. This act demonstrates God's system of appointing representatives for His service.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 3:44–51
18th Century
Theologian
This redemption money (see the marginal references) would perhaps be exacted from the parents of the “youngest” children of the 22,273 ([Reference …
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 3:45
19th Century
Bishop
And the cattle of the Levites instead of their cattle. —There appears to have been no numbering of the cattle. Had it been otherwise, an a…
John Calvin
On Numbers 3:45
16th Century
Theologian
Take the Levites instead of all the first-born. The compensation I have spoken of follows; for, since God's complete portion was not found…
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John Gill
On Numbers 3:45
17th Century
Pastor
Take the Levites instead of all the firstborn among the
children of Israel
The Lord h…
Matthew Henry
On Numbers 3:40–51
17th Century
Minister
The number of the firstborn, and that of the Levites, were close to each other. Known to God are all His works beforehand; there is an exact propor…