Deuteronomy 10:9

Wherefore Levi hath no part nor inheritance with his brethren; the LORD is his inheritance, according as the LORD thy God promised him.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Deuteronomy 10:9

BSB
That is why Levi has no portion or inheritance among his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance, as the LORD your God promised him.
AKJV
Why Levi has no part nor inheritance with his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance, according as the LORD your God promised him.
CPDV
As a result, Levi has no portion or possession with his brothers. For the Lord himself is his possession, just as the Lord your God promised him.
ERV
Wherefore Levi hath no portion nor inheritance with his brethren; the LORD is his inheritance, according as the LORD thy God spake unto him.)
NHEB
Therefore Levi has no portion nor inheritance with his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance, according as the LORD your God spoke to him.)
SMT
For this, there was not to Levi a portion and an inheritance with his brethren; Jehovah, he is his inheritance, as Jehovah thy God spake to him.

Commentary for Deuteronomy 10:9

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Overview of Deuteronomy 10:9
Summary
Levites inherit God Himself rather than territorial land
Event
Assigning divine inheritance
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400-1200 BC
Category
Blessing