Numbers 3
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 3 of 36
Chapter Summary
The sons of Aaron are named. The Levites are given to the priests for the service of the tabernacle. The families, number, and charge of the Gershonites, Kohathites, and Merarites. The first-born are freed by the Levites.
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People & Context
The generations of Aaron are listed, noting the deaths of Nadab and Abihu. The tribe of Levi is brought near to serve Aaron the priest, taken by God i…
The sons of Gershon are numbered from a month old, totaling 7,500. They camp behind the tabernacle westward and care for its tent, coverings, and hang…
The sons of Kohath are numbered, totaling 8,600. They camp on the south side and keep the charge of the ark, table, lampstand, and altars.
Timeline
The generations of Aaron are listed, noting the deaths of Nadab and Abihu. The tribe of Levi is brought near to serve Aaron the priest, taken by God in place of the firstborn of Israel.
Numbers 3:1-13The sons of Gershon are numbered from a month old, totaling 7,500. They camp behind the tabernacle westward and care for its tent, coverings, and hangings.
Numbers 3:14-26The sons of Kohath are numbered, totaling 8,600. They camp on the south side and keep the charge of the ark, table, lampstand, and altars.
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