KJV ORIGINAL
And they gave out of the tribe of the children of Judah, and out of the tribe of the children of Simeon, these cities which are here mentioned by name,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
From the tribes of Judah and Simeon, they gave these cities that are listed by name:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is introducing a specific list of cities that the tribes of Judah and Simeon gave to the Levites as their inheritance.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after Israel conquered the Promised Land and was dividing it among the twelve tribes. The Levites, who served as priests and temple workers, didn't receive a large territory like other tribes but were given specific cities scattered throughout Israel. This arrangement allowed them to serve God and minister to all the tribes while being supported by the communities around them.
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