Numbers 4:47

Verse

from thirty to fifty years old who came to do the work of serving and carrying the Tent of Meeting.

American Standard Version (1901)

from thirty years old and upward even unto fifty years old, every one that entered in to do the work of service, and the work of bearing burdens in the tent of meeting,

Bible in Basic English

Those from thirty to fifty years old who were able to do the work of the Tent of meeting and of its transport,

Free Bible Version

They counted men aged thirty to fifty—all who were entitled to do the work of serving in the Tent of Meeting and carrying it.

King James (Authorized) Version

From thirty years old and upward even unto fifty years old, every one that came to do the service of the ministry, and the service of the burden in the tabernacle of the congregation,

One Unity Resource Bible

from thirty years old and upward even to fifty years old, everyone who entered in to do the work of service, and the work of bearing burdens in the Tent of Meeting,

Translation for Translators

They/We counted all the men who were between 30 and 50 years old. They were ones who were able to work at the Sacred Tent and who carried the tent and everything that was connected with it.

Unlocked Literal Bible

from thirty to fifty years old. They counted everyone who would do work in the tabernacle, and who would carry and care for the items in the tent of meeting.

Noah Webster Bible

From thirty years old and upward even to fifty years old, every one that came to do the service of the ministry, and the service of the burden in the tabernacle of the congregation,

World English Bible

from thirty years old and upward even to fifty years old, everyone who entered in to do the work of service and the work of bearing burdens in the Tent of Meeting,

Young's Literal Translation

from a son of thirty years and upward even unto a son of fifty years, every one who is going in to do the work of the service, even the service of burden in the tent of meeting,

Context

The Numbering of the Levite Clans

⁴⁶So Moses, Aaron, and the leaders of Israel numbered by their clans and families all the Levites⁴⁷from thirty to fifty years old who came to do the work of serving and carrying the Tent of Meeting.⁴⁸And the number of men was 8,580.

Summary

Numbers 4:47 highlights the Levites' role in serving at the tabernacle, emphasizing their responsibility in carrying out the tasks assigned to them by Moses and Aaron. This verse underscores the importance of order, obedience, and dedication in the service of God, as the Levites were entrusted with the sacred duties of the tabernacle. By following the specific instructions given to them, the Levites demonstrated their commitment to God and His sanctuary, setting an example for future generations in fulfilling their divine callings with reverence and diligence.

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