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They will join with you and take care of the Tent of Meeting, doing all the work that needs to be done there. No outsider should come near you while you're serving.
God is telling Aaron that the Levites will work alongside the priests to care for the tabernacle, but only authorized people can approach this sacred work.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd they shall be joined unto thee, and keep the charge of the tabernacle of the congregation, for all the service of the tabernacle: and a stranger shall not come nigh unto you.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the book of Numbers, God was establishing the roles of the Levites and priests among the Israelites as they traveled through the wilderness after the Exodus, ensuring that the tabernacle, the portable sanctuary where God dwelt, was properly maintained. The Levites were specifically assigned to assist Aaron and his sons in the tabernacle's service, handling tasks that kept the sacred space holy and protected from unauthorized access. This instruction highlighted God's emphasis on order and separation to prevent defilement and maintain reverence for His presence.