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Numbers 8:22

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And after that went the Levites in to do their service in the tabernacle of the congregation before Aaron, and before his sons: as the LORD had commanded Moses concerning the Levites, so did they unto them.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

After that, the Levites went in to serve in the tent of meeting, working under Aaron and his sons. They did everything exactly as the LORD had commanded Moses about the Levites.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The Levites began their official service in God's tabernacle, following all the instructions God had given Moses about how they should serve.

📚 Historical Context

This verse concludes the ceremony where the Levites were officially set apart for service in God's tabernacle. The Levites were one of the twelve tribes of Israel, chosen by God to assist the priests (Aaron's descendants) in maintaining the tabernacle and conducting worship. This formal installation happened during Israel's time in the wilderness, establishing the religious structure that would guide their worship for generations.

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