This verse lists the territories that were given to the Kohathite clans, who were descendants of Aaron the priest. These territories were allocated within the tribe of Ephraim, showing the division of land among the Levites for their dwelling places. The Kohathites were responsible for the care of the sanctuary and the sacred objects used in worship. This distribution of land highlights the importance of the Levites in the religious practices of Israel and the organization of the priesthood.