"The sons of Levi were Gershon, Kohath, and Merari (v.1)
Here in chapter 6 the author describes the descendants of Levi (vv.1-30) and of Aaron (vv.49-53). The entire tribe of Levi had a special place in Israel, given over to the service of God generally. Within the tribe of Levi was a special priestly family descended from Aaron. All priests were therefore Levites, but not all Levites were priests.
Adam Clark states, “It has been well remarked that the genealogy of Levi is given here more ample and correct than that of any of the others. And this is perhaps an additional proof that the author was a priest, felt much for the priesthood, and took care to give the genealogy of the Levitical and [priestly] families, from the most correct tables; for with such tables we may presume he was intimately acquainted.” (Clarke)
But Aaron and his sons offered sacrifices on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense, for all the work of the Most Holy Place, and to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded. And they were the only ones authorized to offer sacrifices on the altar.
What if each one of us had a specific assignment in service to God every day? We can you know. Just prayerfully ask the LORD to show you how you can be of service to Him. Then you will find your position and place in the body of Christ.
The Truth:“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” (1 Peter 4:10)
