Numbers 4:21 Meaning and Explanation
“And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God introduces instructions for a second Levite family (transitional verse).
The Context of Numbers 4:21
Transition to instructions for the Gershonites, the second Levite family.
What Does Numbers 4:21 Mean?
After detailing Kohathite duties, God turns to the Gershonites. The repeated formula 'the LORD spake unto Moses' marks this new section, preparing for parallel—but different—assignments for another Levite clan.
This structure reinforces that God personally addresses each Levite family's role, ensuring that Moses transmits God's specific will for each group. No family receives casual, secondary instruction; each is honored with direct divine address.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 4:21
What does Numbers 4:21 mean?
God introduces instructions for a second Levite family (transitional verse).
What is the context of Numbers 4:21?
Transition to instructions for the Gershonites, the second Levite family.