Even those that were numbered of them, were eight thousand and five hundred and fourscore.
The total number of those who were counted was 8,580.
This verse records the final count of Levites who were eligible to serve in the tabernacle, totaling 8,580 men.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, God instructed Moses to conduct a census of the Levites aged 30 to 50, as they were responsible for the care, transport, and assembly of the tabernacle during the Israelites' wilderness journey. This specific count of 8,580 able-bodied men from the Levite clans ensured that the sacred items were handled properly, reflecting God's emphasis on order and dedication among His people. It occurred as the Israelites prepared to move toward the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt.
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