Bible Strands
Numbers 4:28
This is the service of the Gershonite clans at the Tent of Meeting, and their duties shall be under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — God instructs Moses to assign the Gershonite clans to transport duties at the Tent of Meeting during the wilderness journey.
The words — The Hebrew זֹאת (zot) translates to "this," and עֲבֹדַת ('a.vo.Dat) specifies the exact labor or service assigned to the clans.
The thread — This structural pattern repeats for the Merarite clans in Numbers 4:33, and the concept of distinct roles operating under a single authority is referenced in 1 Corinthians 12:5.
Why it lands — The text states that Gershonite duties fall under Ithamar's direction; this establishes that communal worship requires appointed oversight rather than uncoordinated effort.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
This is the service of the families of the sons of Gershon in the tabernacle of the congregation: and their charge shall be under the hand of Ithamar the son of Aaron the priest.
Cross-references
- Numbers 4:33 This is the service of the Merarite clans according to all their work at the Tent of Meeting, under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest.”
- 1 Corinthians 12:5 There are different ministries, but the same Lord.