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You must carefully fulfill your duties in the sanctuary and at the altar, so that God's anger will not come upon the people of Israel again.
God is telling the priests and Levites that they must faithfully carry out their sacred responsibilities to protect the people from His judgment.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd ye shall keep the charge of the sanctuary, and the charge of the altar: that there be no wrath any more upon the children of Israel.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, God is instructing Aaron and the priests about their exclusive responsibilities for the sanctuary and altar during the Israelites' wilderness journey. This directive came after events like the rebellion of Korah, where unauthorized people approached holy items and incurred God's wrath, highlighting the need for strict boundaries to protect the community. By assigning these duties, God aimed to prevent further outbreaks of divine judgment on the nation.