And the Levite that is within thy gates; thou shalt not forsake him; for he hath no part nor inheritance with thee.
And don't forget about the Levite who lives in your town; don't abandon him, because he doesn't have any land or inheritance like you do.
This verse is reminding the Israelites to take care of the Levites in their communities because the Levites didn't receive land ownership like the other tribes did.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, the Levites were a tribe set apart by God for priestly duties, including serving in the tabernacle and later the temple, which meant they did not receive a portion of land as an inheritance like the other tribes. This made them dependent on the offerings and support from the rest of the Israelite community, as God Himself was considered their inheritance. In the context of Deuteronomy 14, which discusses tithes and offerings, this verse reminds the people not to neglect the Levites living among them.
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