Numbers 6:23 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Tell Aaron and his sons: This is how you should bless the people of Israel. Say these words to them:

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving Aaron and his sons (the priests) specific instructions on how they should bless the Israelite people.

📚 Historical Context

This verse introduces the famous priestly blessing that God gave to Moses for Aaron and his descendants to use. Aaron was the first high priest of Israel, and his sons were also priests who served in the tabernacle. This blessing was meant to be spoken regularly over the people of Israel as they worshiped and sought God's favor.

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