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Bring the tribe of Levi near, and set them before Aaron the priest, that they may minister to him.
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A Ministry of Service
Commentators explain that the command to "bring the tribe of Levi near" was a literal and symbolic separation. They were set apart from the other tribes to minister directly to Aaron the priest. Their duties included guarding the tabernacle, caring for its sacred vessels, and managing its setup and transport, serving as God's appointed assistants to the priesthood.
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Bring the tribe of Levi near Separate them from the rest, set them apart for special service about, the sanctuary, l…
Presbyterian
There was much work belonging to the priests' office, and there were now only Aaron and his two sons to do it; God appoints the Levites to attend t…