At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day.
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve him, and to bless people in his name, continuing to this day.
God chose the tribe of Levi to be his special servants, carrying his holy ark, serving in his presence, and blessing people in his name.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to when Moses was retelling Israel's history after receiving the stone tablets at Mount Sinai. The Levites had proven their loyalty to God during the golden calf incident, and God rewarded them by making them the priestly tribe. Unlike other tribes, they wouldn't receive land inheritance but would be supported by the offerings of the other tribes as they served in the tabernacle.
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