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Leviticus 8:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Moses said unto the congregation, This is the thing which the LORD commanded to be done.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Moses said to the gathered people, 'This is what the LORD has commanded us to do.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is telling the community that he's about to carry out God's specific instructions.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context, Leviticus 8 describes the ordination of Aaron and his sons as priests, as part of God's instructions given to Moses on Mount Sinai after the Israelites' exodus from Egypt. This event was a key step in establishing the Levitical priesthood, which was essential for Israelite worship and maintaining their covenant relationship with God. Moses is publicly affirming to the congregation that he is following God's precise commands to ensure the rituals are carried out with divine authority.

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