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Numbers 8:6 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Numbers 8:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 8 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Take the Levites from among the children of Israel, and cleanse them.”
Numbers 8:6 (KJV)
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Commentary on Numbers 8:6
God commands Moses to separate the Levites and 'cleanse them' for service. The Hebrew 'taher' (cleanse/purify) indicates ceremonial purification, requiring sprinkling with 'water of purifying' (mei chatat - literally 'water of sin'), shaving all their flesh, washing their clothes, and offering sacrifices (v.7). This thorough purification emphasizes that even serving God's house requires cleansing - human effort and sincerity aren't sufficient. The Levites' consecration typifies believers' cleansing through Christ's blood and water (1 John 5:6), being separated from the world unto God's service...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Numbers 8:6
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“beloved”
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“depart you”