And the suburbs of the cities, which ye shall give unto the Levites, shall reach from the wall of the city and outward a thousand cubits round about.
The pasturelands around the cities that you give to the Levites should extend outward from the city wall for a thousand cubits in all directions.
God is establishing specific measurements for the land around Levite cities, ensuring they have enough space for their livestock and daily needs.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Numbers, God was providing detailed instructions for the Israelites as they prepared to settle in the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. The Levites, who were dedicated to priestly duties and did not receive a tribal territory like the other tribes, were allocated specific cities and surrounding lands to ensure their sustenance. This verse specifies the measurement of those suburbs, extending 1,000 cubits from the city walls, to provide the Levites with space for living and resources.
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