Numbers 18:11

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

وأما ما ترجحه من عطايا بني إسرائيل فإنني أهبه لك ولأبنائك وبناتك فريضة دائمة، ولا يأكل منها من أهل بيتك إلا من كان طاهرا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is about God promising the Levites a portion of the offerings made by the Israelites. God says that the Levites and their family members who are clean can eat these offerings. God promises this as an eternal statute.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a big birthday party, and you get lots of presents. God is like the birthday child, and He's saying that He will give some of His presents to the Levites and their families, so they can enjoy them too. It's like sharing the cake with your closest friends forever!

Historical Background

This verse was written by Moses around 1400-1300 BCE. It was part of the instructions given to the Levites, the priestly tribe, detailing their roles and privileges. The cultural setting was the wilderness period after the Exodus, where God was establishing rules for the Israelites' offerings.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us of the importance of sharing blessings with family and those close to us. For example, a family business owner might include family members in the rewards and benefits of the business, ensuring they are included in the success.

Topics

• offerings
• priesthood
• eternal promises
• Levites
• sharing
• family

Related Verses

• Leviticus 7:31
• Deuteronomy 18:1
• Ezekiel 44:28
• 1 Corinthians 9:13
• Hebrews 7:8

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the Levites mentioned in Numbers 18:11?

The Levites were a tribe of Israelites chosen by God to serve in the Tabernacle and later in the Temple, performing religious duties and caring for the sanctuary.

What are the 'heave offering' and 'wave offering'?

Heave offerings were a portion of the offering lifted upward to God, while wave offerings were waved before God, both as a sign of giving back to God a portion of what was received.

Why does God specify that only the clean can eat the offerings?

God wanted to maintain purity in His worship practices. 'Clean' referred to being free from ritual impurity, ensuring those partaking of offerings were in a state of ritual purity.

How does this verse reflect God's care for the Levites?

God provides a permanent source of sustenance for the Levites and their families, showing His provision and care for those who serve Him in the priesthood.