Numbers 4:19 cpdv — But do this for them, so that they may live, and so that they may not die by touching the Holies of holies. Aaron and h…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But do this for them, so that they may live, and so that they may not die by touching the Holies of holies. Aaron and his sons shall enter, and they shall assign the work of each one, and they shall determine what each one ought to carry. "

— Numbers 4:19, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Numbers 4 — Context

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Over them shall be Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest, to whom belongs the care of the oil to prepare the lamps, and the incense compound, and the sacrifice, which is offered continually, and the oil of unction, and whatever pertains to the service of the tabernacle, and all the vessels that are in the Sanctuary.”

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And the Lord spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying:

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“Do not be willing to lose the people of Kohath from the midst of the Levites.

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But do this for them, so that they may live, and so that they may not die by touching the Holies of holies. Aaron and his sons shall enter, and they shall assign the work of each one, and they shall determine what each one ought to carry.

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Let no others, out of curiosity, see the things that are in the Sanctuary before they are wrapped, otherwise they shall die.”

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And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:

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“Now also take a total of the sons of Gershon, by their houses and families and kinships,

Numbers 4:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Numbers 4:19 say?
Numbers 4:19 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But do this for them, so that they may live, and so that they may not die by touching the Holies of holies. Aaron and his sons shall enter, and they shall assign the work of each one, and they shall determine what each one ought to carry. ”
Where is Numbers 4:19 in the Bible?
Numbers 4:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Numbers, chapter 4, verse 19.
Who wrote Numbers?
Numbers is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Numbers about?
Numbers records Israel's forty years of wilderness wandering — two censuses (hence the name), rebellions, the failure at Kadesh-Barnea, and the slow journey to the plains of Moab. It is a sober portrait of human unbelief and God's patient faithfulness across a generation.
What are the major themes of Numbers?
Numbers explores themes including Wilderness, Faithfulness, Rebellion, Guidance, Provision. These themes shape the meaning and context of Numbers 4:19.
What translation should I read Numbers 4:19 in?
Numbers 4:19 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Numbers 4:19?
Numbers 4:19 reads (CPDV): “But do this for them, so that they may live, and so that they may not die by touching the Holies of holies. Aaron and his sons shall enter, and they shall assign the work of each one, and they shall determine what each one ought to carry. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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