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This is what the LORD commanded the people of Israel to give them on the day he appointed them as priests, as a permanent law for all future generations.
God established a permanent law that the Israelites must provide for their priests when they were first appointed and for all generations to come.
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King James Version · EnglishWhich the LORD commanded to be given them of the children of Israel, in the day that he anointed them, by a statute for ever throughout their generations.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the Old Testament, God was giving detailed instructions to Moses for the Israelite priests as part of the Mosaic Law, which outlined how the community should worship and maintain holiness. This verse specifically refers to the portions of sacrifices allocated to the priests on the day Aaron and his sons were anointed, ensuring their support and dedication to their sacred roles. These commands were established as a permanent statute for all generations, emphasizing the enduring structure of the priesthood in Israel's covenant relationship with God.