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Aaron was one hundred twenty-three years old when he died in Mount Hor.

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A Life of Divine Grace

Commentator John Calvin suggests that Aaron's great age of 123 was not merely a biographical detail but a sign of God's special blessing. God prolonged Aaron's life for the benefit of the people, demonstrating His paternal care by preserving this minister of His grace until Israel was on the verge of entering the promised land.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Numbers 33:1–49

18th Century

Theologian

This list was written out by Moses at God’s command (Numbers 33:2), doubtless as a memorial of God’s providential care for His people t…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Numbers 33:39

16th Century

Theologian

And Aaron was one hundred and twenty-three years old. It is not without reason that the great age of Aaron is expressly stated, since his …

John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 33:39

17th Century

Pastor

And Aaron was one hundred and twenty three years old when he
died in Mount Hor .
] He …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 33:1–49

17th Century

Minister

This is a brief review of the travels of the children of Israel through the wilderness. It is a memorable history. In their travels towards Canaan,…