Deuteronomy 10:8
New International Version
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister and to pronounce blessings in his name, as they still do today.

New Living Translation
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the Ark of the LORD’s Covenant, and to stand before the LORD as his ministers, and to pronounce blessings in his name. These are their duties to this day.

English Standard Version
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD to stand before the LORD to minister to him and to bless in his name, to this day.

Berean Standard Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day.

Berean Literal Bible
At that time YHWH separated the tribe of Levi to bear the ark of the covenant of YHWH, to stand before the face of YHWH to minister to Him, and to bless in His name, to this day.

King James Bible
At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day.

New King James Version
At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to Him and to bless in His name, to this day.

New American Standard Bible
At that time the LORD singled out the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him and to bless in His name, until this day.

NASB 1995
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him and to bless in His name until this day.

NASB 1977
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him and to bless in His name until this day.

Legacy Standard Bible
At that time Yahweh set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of Yahweh, to stand before Yahweh to minister for Him and to bless in His name to this day.

Amplified Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him and to bless in His name until this day.

Berean Annotated Bible
At that time the LORD {YHWH} set apart the tribe of Levi (joined to) to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day.

Christian Standard Bible
“At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the LORD’s covenant, to stand before the LORD to serve him, and to pronounce blessings in his name, as it is today.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the LORD’s covenant, to stand before Yahweh to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as it is today.

American Standard Version
At that time Jehovah set apart the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of Jehovah, to stand before Jehovah to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day.

Contemporary English Version
After I put the two stones in the sacred chest, the LORD chose the tribe of Levi, not only to carry the chest, but also to serve as his priests at the place of worship and to bless the other tribes in his name. And they still do these things.

English Revised Version
At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the LORD's promise, to stand in the LORD's presence when they serve him as priests, and to praise his name, as they still do today.

Good News Translation
At that time the LORD appointed the men of the tribe of Levi to be in charge of the Covenant Box, to serve him as priests, and to pronounce blessings in his name. And these are still their duties.

International Standard Version
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the Ark of the Covenant of the LORD, to stand in the LORD's presence, to serve, and to bless his name until this day.

NET Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the LORD's covenant, to stand before the LORD to serve him, and to formulate blessings in his name, as they do to this very day.

New Heart English Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to him, and to bless in his name, to this day.

Webster's Bible Translation
At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to him, and to bless in his name, to this day.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day.

World English Bible
At that time Yahweh set apart the tribe of Levi to bear the ark of Yahweh’s covenant, to stand before Yahweh to minister to him, and to bless in his name, to this day.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
At that time YHWH has separated the tribe of Levi to carry the Ark of the Covenant of YHWH, to stand before YHWH, to serve Him, and to bless in His Name to this day;

Berean Literal Bible
At that time YHWH separated the tribe of Levi to bear the ark of the covenant of YHWH, to stand before the face of YHWH to minister to Him, and to bless in His name, to this day.

Young's Literal Translation
'At that time hath Jehovah separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of Jehovah, to stand before Jehovah, to serve Him, and to bless in His name, unto this day,

Smith's Literal Translation
In that time Jehovah separated the tribe of Levi, to lift up the ark of the covenant of Jehovah, to stand before Jehovah to serve him, and to praise in his name, even to this day.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
At that time he separated the tribe of Levi, to carry the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and to stand before him in the ministry, and to bless in his name until this present day.

Catholic Public Domain Version
At that time, he separated the tribe of Levi, so that he would carry the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and stand before him in the ministry, and speak blessings in his name, even to the present day.

New American Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to him, and to bless in his name, as they have done to this day.

New Revised Standard Version
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to him, and to bless in his name, to this day.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi, to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to him, and to bless the name of the LORD, to this day.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
At that time LORD JEHOVAH separated the tribe of Levi to take the ark of the covenant of LORD JEHOVAH and to stand before LORD JEHOVAH and to minister to him and he would bless the name of LORD JEHOVAH until today.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister unto Him, and to bless in His name, unto this day.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
At that time the Lord separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the Lord, to stand near before the Lord, to minister and bless in his name to this day.

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Audio Bible



Context
The New Tablets of Stone
7From there they traveled to Gudgodah, and from Gudgodah to Jotbathah, a land with streams of water. 8At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day. 9That is why Levi has no portion or inheritance among his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance, as the LORD your God promised him.…

Cross References
At that time

Exodus 32:26-29
So Moses stood at the entrance to the camp and said, “Whoever is for the LORD, come to me.” And all the Levites gathered around him. / He told them, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Each of you men is to fasten his sword to his side, go back and forth through the camp from gate to gate, and slay his brother, his friend, and his neighbor.’” / The Levites did as Moses commanded, and that day about three thousand of the people fell dead. …

Numbers 3:5-8
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Bring the tribe of Levi and present them to Aaron the priest to assist him. / They are to perform duties for him and for the whole congregation before the Tent of Meeting, attending to the service of the tabernacle. …

Deuteronomy 33:8-10
Concerning Levi he said: “Give Your Thummim to Levi and Your Urim to Your godly one, whom You tested at Massah and contested at the waters of Meribah. / He said of his father and mother, ‘I do not consider them.’ He disregarded his brothers and did not know his own sons, for he kept Your word and maintained Your covenant. / He will teach Your ordinances to Jacob and Your law to Israel; he will set incense before You and whole burnt offerings on Your altar.
the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi

Numbers 3:11-13
Again the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, / “Behold, I have taken the Levites from among the children of Israel in place of every firstborn Israelite from the womb. The Levites belong to Me, / for all the firstborn are Mine. On the day I struck down every firstborn in the land of Egypt, I consecrated to Myself all the firstborn in Israel, both man and beast. They are Mine; I am the LORD.”

Numbers 8:14-16
In this way you shall separate the Levites from the rest of the Israelites, and the Levites will belong to Me. / After you have cleansed them and presented them as a wave offering, they may come to serve at the Tent of Meeting. / For the Levites have been wholly given to Me from among the sons of Israel. I have taken them for Myself in place of all who come first from the womb, the firstborn of all the sons of Israel.

Deuteronomy 18:1-2
The Levitical priests—indeed the whole tribe of Levi—shall have no portion or inheritance with Israel. They are to eat the food offerings to the LORD; that is their inheritance. / Although they have no inheritance among their brothers, the LORD is their inheritance, as He promised them.
to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD,

Numbers 4:15
When Aaron and his sons have finished covering the holy objects and all their equipment, as soon as the camp is ready to move, the Kohathites shall come and do the carrying. But they must not touch the holy objects, or they will die. These are the transportation duties of the Kohathites regarding the Tent of Meeting.

1 Chronicles 15:2
Then David said, “No one but the Levites may carry the ark of God, because the LORD has chosen them to carry the ark of the LORD and to minister before Him forever.”

Joshua 3:3-4
and commanded the people: “When you see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God being carried by the Levitical priests, you are to set out from your positions and follow it. / But keep a distance of about two thousand cubits between yourselves and the ark. Do not go near it, so that you can see the way to go, since you have never traveled this way before.”
to stand before the LORD to serve Him,

2 Chronicles 29:11
Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”

Deuteronomy 17:12
But the man who acts presumptuously, refusing to listen either to the priest who stands there to serve the LORD your God, or to the judge, must be put to death. You must purge the evil from Israel.

1 Chronicles 23:28-32
but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. …
and to pronounce blessings in His name,

1 Chronicles 23:13
The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

Numbers 6:23-27
“Tell Aaron and his sons: This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them: / ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; …

Deuteronomy 21:5
And the priests, the sons of Levi, shall come forward, for the LORD your God has chosen them to serve Him and pronounce blessings in His name and to give a ruling in every dispute and case of assault.
as they do to this day.

1 Chronicles 16:37-42
So David left Asaph and his associates there before the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to minister there regularly according to the daily requirements, / along with Obed-edom and his sixty-eight relatives. Obed-edom son of Jeduthun, and also Hosah, were to be gatekeepers. / And David left Zadok the priest and his fellow priests before the tabernacle of the LORD at the high place in Gibeon …


Treasury of Scripture

At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister to him, and to bless in his name, to this day.

time the Lord

Exodus 29:1
And this is the thing that thou shalt do unto them to hallow them, to minister unto me in the priest's office: Take one young bullock, and two rams without blemish,

Leviticus 8:9
And he put the mitre upon his head; also upon the mitre, even upon his forefront, did he put the golden plate, the holy crown; as the LORD commanded Moses.

Numbers 1:47-53
But the Levites after the tribe of their fathers were not numbered among them…

bear

Numbers 3:31
And their charge shall be the ark, and the table, and the candlestick, and the altars, and the vessels of the sanctuary wherewith they minister, and the hanging, and all the service thereof.

Numbers 4:15
And when Aaron and his sons have made an end of covering the sanctuary, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, as the camp is to set forward; after that, the sons of Kohath shall come to bear it: but they shall not touch any holy thing, lest they die. These things are the burden of the sons of Kohath in the tabernacle of the congregation.

1 Kings 8:3,4,6
And all the elders of Israel came, and the priests took up the ark…

to stand

Deuteronomy 18:5
For the LORD thy God hath chosen him out of all thy tribes, to stand to minister in the name of the LORD, him and his sons for ever.

2 Chronicles 29:11
My sons, be not now negligent: for the LORD hath chosen you to stand before him, to serve him, and that ye should minister unto him, and burn incense.

Psalm 134:2
Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the LORD.

to bless

Deuteronomy 21:5
And the priests the sons of Levi shall come near; for them the LORD thy God hath chosen to minister unto him, and to bless in the name of the LORD; and by their word shall every controversy and every stroke be tried:

Leviticus 9:22
And Aaron lifted up his hand toward the people, and blessed them, and came down from offering of the sin offering, and the burnt offering, and peace offerings.

Numbers 6:23-26
Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them, …

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Deuteronomy 10
1. God's mercy in restoring the two tablets
6. in continuing the priesthood
8. in separating the tribe of Levi
10. in hearkening unto Moses' plea for his people
12. An exhortation to obedience












At that time
This phrase refers to a specific moment in Israel's history, following the incident of the golden calf and Moses' intercession for the people. It marks a turning point where God reaffirms His covenant with Israel and establishes new directives for worship and service.

the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi
The Levites were chosen by God to serve in a special capacity, distinct from the other tribes of Israel. This setting apart is significant as it underscores the principle of divine election and service. The Levites did not receive a territorial inheritance like the other tribes, emphasizing their unique role in spiritual matters.

to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD
The ark was the most sacred object in Israel, symbolizing God's presence and covenant with His people. The Levites, specifically the Kohathites, were tasked with its transportation, highlighting the holiness and reverence required in handling sacred objects. This duty foreshadows the role of Christ as the ultimate mediator of God's presence.

to stand before the LORD to serve Him
This phrase indicates the Levites' role in ministering before God, which included duties in the tabernacle and later the temple. Their service was a continual reminder of the need for mediation between God and humanity, pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate High Priest.

and to pronounce blessings in His name
The Levites were responsible for blessing the people, a role that involved invoking God's favor and presence. This practice is rooted in the Aaronic blessing found in Numbers 6:24-26, which emphasizes God's grace and peace. It prefigures the blessings believers receive through Christ.

as they do to this day
This phrase indicates the continuity and enduring nature of the Levitical role at the time of writing. It underscores the faithfulness of God in maintaining His covenant and the ongoing need for dedicated service and worship, which finds its ultimate fulfillment in the eternal priesthood of Jesus.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant-keeping God of Israel who sets apart the tribe of Levi for a special purpose.

2. The Tribe of Levi
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, chosen by God for priestly duties and service in the tabernacle.

3. The Ark of the Covenant
A sacred chest that held the tablets of the Law, representing God's presence and covenant with Israel.

4. Ministering Before the LORD
The Levites were tasked with serving in the tabernacle, performing rituals, and maintaining the sacred space.

5. Pronouncing Blessings
The Levites were given the authority to bless the people in the name of the LORD, signifying their role as mediators between God and Israel.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereign Choice
God chooses whom He wills for His purposes. The Levites were set apart not because of their merit but by God's sovereign decision.

Service and Sacrifice
The Levites' role was one of service and sacrifice, reminding us of the call to serve God and others selflessly in our own lives.

Mediators of Blessing
As the Levites pronounced blessings, we too are called to be channels of God's blessing to those around us, speaking life and encouragement.

Holiness and Dedication
The Levites were set apart for holy purposes. We are called to live lives of holiness, dedicated to God's service in whatever capacity He calls us.

Continuity and Fulfillment
The Levitical priesthood points forward to the ultimate priesthood of Jesus Christ, who fulfills and surpasses the Old Testament system.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Deuteronomy 10:8?

2. How does Deuteronomy 10:8 emphasize the Levites' role in serving the Lord?

3. What responsibilities did the Levites have according to Deuteronomy 10:8?

4. How can we "stand before the LORD" in our daily lives today?

5. Connect Deuteronomy 10:8 with New Testament teachings on serving God.

6. How can we apply the Levites' dedication to our own spiritual service?

7. What is the significance of the Levites' role in Deuteronomy 10:8?

8. How does Deuteronomy 10:8 reflect God's covenant with Israel?

9. Why were the Levites chosen to carry the ark in Deuteronomy 10:8?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 10?

11. How does Deuteronomy 10:8’s statement that Levi had no land inheritance align with inherited lands described in other biblical texts?

12. Are there archaeological findings that support or contradict the large-scale Levite service outlined in 1 Chronicles 23:24–32?

13. Why does Numbers 35:4–5 mandate a 2,000-cubit boundary around each Levite city, despite no clear historical or archaeological confirmation of such precise measurements?

14. Why do we find no clear archaeological evidence for such a massive sacred structure, as described throughout Exodus 38?
What Does Deuteronomy 10:8 Mean
At that time

The setting is the aftermath of Israel’s sin with the golden calf and Moses receiving the second set of tablets (Deuteronomy 10:1-5). In that moment of renewed covenant mercy, “At that time” anchors the Levites’ appointment to a specific historical point, underscoring that God’s call is never random.

Exodus 32:26-29 shows the Levites rallying to the LORD after the calf incident, a decisive loyalty God remembers here.

Psalm 106:23 reflects Moses’ intercession, highlighting divine mercy that frames the Levites’ commissioning.


The LORD set apart the tribe of Levi

God Himself, not Moses, did the setting apart. The Levites are separated from ordinary tribal inheritance to a sacred vocation.

Numbers 1:49-53 details their exemption from the census for war so they could guard the tabernacle.

Malachi 2:4-5 recalls the covenant of life and peace given to Levi, confirming this divine designation remains binding.

This “setting apart” illustrates God’s sovereign right to choose servants for His own purposes (John 15:16).


To carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD

The ark symbolized God’s throne and His covenant presence (Exodus 25:22). Entrusting its transport to Levi underscores both privilege and responsibility.

Numbers 4:15 assigns the Kohathites, a Levitical clan, to carry the holy furnishings “but they must not touch the holy objects or they will die.”

Joshua 3:6 shows priests bearing the ark into the Jordan, and the waters part—a vivid reminder that obedient service ushers in God’s power.

• First Chronicles 15:2 reiterates David’s conviction that “only the Levites” should carry the ark.

The lesson is clear: holy things require holy handlers.


To stand before the LORD to serve Him

“Standing” pictures continual readiness, like court attendants before a king (1 Kings 10:8). Service included sacrifices, incense, music, and teaching.

Deuteronomy 18:5 affirms, “For the LORD your God has chosen him and his sons from all your tribes to stand and minister.”

• Second Chronicles 29:11 calls the Levites to “stand before Him to minister,” linking service with national revival under Hezekiah.

Hebrews 7:25 points forward to Jesus, the ultimate priest who “always lives to intercede,” showing that Levitical service foreshadows Christ’s perpetual ministry.


To pronounce blessings in His name

The Levites spoke God’s favor over the people, acting as authorized mouthpieces.

Numbers 6:22-27 records the Aaronic blessing, ending with “So they shall put My name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.”

Deuteronomy 21:5 notes that “the priests, the sons of Levi, shall come forward, for the LORD your God has chosen them… to pronounce blessing in the name of the LORD.”

• First Peter 2:9 reminds believers we are now a royal priesthood, echoing the Levitical pattern of blessing others.


As they do to this day

Moses’ phrase shows the Levites were still faithfully performing these tasks at the time of writing, proving the durability of God’s appointment.

Joshua 3:17 (written later) depicts priests still bearing the ark, confirming continuity.

• First Kings 8:4 records Levites bringing the ark into Solomon’s temple generations after Moses.

Malachi 3:6 anchors the whole idea: “I, the LORD, do not change,” so His assignments endure.


summary

Deuteronomy 10:8 reveals God’s restorative grace—right after Israel’s colossal failure, the LORD consecrates a tribe for intimate service. Levi is set apart to handle the holiest object on earth, to remain in constant attendance before God, and to speak His blessing. The verse underscores divine sovereignty in choosing servants, the necessity of holiness when approaching God, and the ongoing nature of ordained ministry. Through these ancient duties we glimpse the greater Priest, Jesus Christ, and our own calling to carry His presence, serve Him continually, and bless others in His name.

(8) At that time--i.e., at Sinai, after Moses' second descent from the mount, not at the time of Aaron's death. Yet the death of Aaron and the separation of the tribe of Levi are similar events in their way: both alike lose territorial inheritance through bearing the burden of the Law.

To bear the ark of the covenant of the Lord, to stand before the Lord to minister unto him, and to bless in his name.--A recent critic has said that the writer of Deuteronomy knows no distinction between priests and Levites. (See on this point Deuteronomy 11:6.) Rashi's note on this verse is better: "To bear the ark (He separated)--the Levites; to stand before Jehovah to minister to Him, and to bless in His name--the priests."

Verses 8, 9. - Moses, here resuming the form of address, refers to the separation of the tribe of Levi to the holy service. Verse 8. - At that time; the time when the covenant was restored at Sinai, not the time when Aaron died. The appointment of the tribe of Levi for service took place in connection with that of Aaron and his sons to the priesthood (Numbers 3:4). The service to which the tribe of Levi was chosen appertained to the tribe as such, including the priests as well as the non-priestly Levites, though parts of it specially belonged to the one class rather than the other. Thus the bearing of the ark was the special duty of non-priestly Levites, the Kohathites (Numbers 4:4, etc.; 1 Chronicles 15:15); but was also, on peculiarly solemn occasions, discharged by the priests (Joshua 3:6, etc.; Joshua 6:6; 8:33; 1 Kings 8:3, 6, etc.). To stand before the Lord to minister unto him was the special function of the priests (Deuteronomy 17:12; Deuteronomy 21:5; Ezekiel 40:46; Ezekiel 44:15, 16); but as the service of the Levites was also a sacred service, they too are said to stand to minister before the Lord (Deuteronomy 18:7; 1 Chronicles 15:2; 2 Chronicles 23:6; 2 Chronicles 29:4, 5, 11, 12). To bless in his name does not mean, as some propose, to invoke the Name of God, or to praise his Name, but to pronounce a benediction or invoke a blessing on the people in his Name (cf. 2 Samuel 6:18; 1 Chronicles 16:2). This was the special duty of the priests (cf. Numbers 6:22-27; Deuteronomy 21:5; 1 Chronicles 23:13), but might also be done by others (as by David), and in this benediction the Levites might join (2 Chronicles 25:27).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
At that
הַהִ֗וא (ha·hi·w)
Article | Pronoun - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

time
בָּעֵ֣ת (bā·‘êṯ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6256: Time, now, when

the LORD
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

set apart
הִבְדִּ֤יל (hiḇ·dîl)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 914: To be divided, separate

the tribe
שֵׁ֣בֶט (šê·ḇeṭ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7626: Rod, staff, club, scepter, tribe

of Levi
הַלֵּוִ֔י (hal·lê·wî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3878: Levi -- a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him

to carry
לָשֵׂ֖את (lā·śêṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take

the ark
אֲר֣וֹן (’ă·rō·wn)
Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 727: A chest, ark

of the covenant
בְּרִית־ (bə·rîṯ-)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 1285: A covenant

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

to stand
לַעֲמֹד֩ (la·‘ă·mōḏ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations

before
לִפְנֵ֨י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

the LORD
יְהוָ֤ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

to serve Him,
לְשָֽׁרְתוֹ֙ (lə·šā·rə·ṯōw)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8334: To attend as a, menial, worshipper, to contribute to

and to pronounce blessings
וּלְבָרֵ֣ךְ (ū·lə·ḇā·rêḵ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

in His name,
בִּשְׁמ֔וֹ (biš·mōw)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8034: A name

as [they do] to this day.
עַ֖ד (‘aḏ)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while


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