Numbers 4:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the LORD spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And the LORD spoke to Moses and to Aaron, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is about to give Moses and Aaron specific instructions together.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs during Israel's time in the wilderness at Mount Sinai, where God was establishing the detailed laws and procedures for worship and camp organization. Moses was the overall leader of Israel, while Aaron was the high priest, so when God spoke to both together, it usually concerned matters involving both civil and religious leadership.

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The LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 'I am the LORD: tell Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, everything that I tell you.'

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