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This is that which belongs to the Levites: from twenty-five years old and upward they shall go in to wait on the service in the work of the tent of meeting:
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Explaining the Age Difference
Commentators address the apparent contradiction between this verse (starting service at 25) and Numbers 4 (starting at 30). They propose that Levites began a training period or lighter duties at 25, only undertaking the most physically demanding work, like carrying the Tabernacle, at age 30. This highlights a phased approach to service, matching responsibility with experience.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Twenty and five years old and upward - The permanent limit as distinguished from the temporary (Numbers 4:3,[Reference …
19th Century
Anglican
From twenty and five years old and upward. — This regulation may be understood as referring to the age at which the Levit…
16th Century
Protestant
This is it, that belongeth to the Levites. The age is prescribed here when the Levites should begin and end the execution of their office.…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
This [is it] that [belongs] unto the Levites The fixed and settled time for their service, as is after related:
Here we have directions for the solemn ordination of the Levites. All Israel must know that they did not take this honor to themselves, but were ca…
