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Discover the Role of Levites in Bahalosha: Insights from Chapter 8, Verse 15

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Warm welcome to everyone joining our study today. We're diving into the Monday portion of Bahalosha, specifically chapter eight, verse 15. Yesterday, we explored the induction ceremony of the Levites, where Aaron waved 23,000 Levites. Quite a feat, isn't it? Imagine Gary and Chaim trying that on Felix!
Rashi sheds light on why the Levites replaced the firstborn. It traces back to the 10th plague in Egypt. Every firstborn of the children of Israel was initially set apart for Hashem. However, after their sin, the Levites were chosen to take their place.
We come across the famous verse where the phrase "children of Israel" is repeated five times. This repetition is significant, emphasizing the integral role of the Levites within the community.
The Levites were counted from 30 days old and began their service at age 25. Physical defects did not disqualify them. A five-year period was dedicated to study before fully engaging in their duties. They served as the honor guard in the Temple, focusing on less physically demanding tasks. At age 50, they transitioned to desk jobs.
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