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These are those who were numbered of the families of the sons of Gershon, all who did serve in the tent of meeting, whom Moses and Aaron numbered according to the commandment of Yahweh.

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God Equips for Service

Reflecting on the broader Levitical census, one commentator highlights a key principle: God equips those He calls. He provides strength and grace in proportion to the work assigned. This is illustrated by how the smallest Levitical clan had the most men fit for service, showing that God's provision overcomes any numerical disadvantage.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 4:41

17th Century

Pastor

These [are] they that were numbered of the families
(See Gill on Numbers 4:34);

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 4:34–49

17th Century

Minister

God so ordered it, that though the Merarites were the fewest in number, yet they should have most able men among them; for whatever service God cal…