KJV ORIGINAL
They envied Moses also in the camp, and Aaron the saint of the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
They became jealous of Moses while they were in the camp, and also of Aaron, who was set apart as holy to the LORD.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how the Israelites became jealous and resentful toward their God-appointed leaders Moses and Aaron.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to incidents during Israel's wilderness wandering when some people challenged Moses and Aaron's authority, most notably Korah's rebellion recorded in Numbers 16. The Israelites had been rescued from Egypt but repeatedly complained and rebelled against their leaders in the desert. Aaron is called 'the saint of the LORD' because he was consecrated as the first high priest.
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