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God's Generous Provision
Scholars note the significant amount of land designated for the Levites. While they debate the exact layout—whether it was a 2,000-cubit square or two separate zones for pasture and vineyards—the consensus is that this was a substantial and generous provision. One commentator calculates it could be over 300 acres per city, demonstrating God's detailed care for those set apart for His service.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 35:5
18th Century
Theologian
From without the city — Omit “from.” The demarcation here intended would run parallel to the wall of the city, outside which it was made. To…
Charles Ellicott
On Numbers 35:5
19th Century
Bishop
And you shall measure from outside the city on the east side two thousand cubits... — The explanation of this passage com…
John Gill
On Numbers 35:5
17th Century
Pastor
And you shall measure from without the city on the east side
two thousand cubits
Befo…
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Matthew Henry
On Numbers 35:1–8
17th Century
Minister
The cities of the priests and Levites were not only to accommodate them but to place them, as religious teachers, in several parts of the land. For…