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Numbers 16:8

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Moses said unto Korah, Hear, I pray you, ye sons of Levi:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Moses said to Korah, 'Please listen, you descendants of Levi:'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is addressing Korah and his fellow Levites, asking them to listen to what he's about to say.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, and God had specifically chosen the Levites, including Korah, for sacred duties in the tabernacle to assist the priests. Korah, along with Dathan, Abiram, and 250 other leaders, rebelled against Moses and Aaron's authority, claiming that the entire community was holy and should not be led by just one family. Moses responded by directly addressing Korah and his fellow Levites, urging them to recognize their privileged role before escalating the confrontation.

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