Bamidbar Chapter 3

This chapter explores the unique role of the Levites, detailing how they replaced the firstborn as those dedicated to God’s service following the events in Egypt. The shiur walks through the organization of the three Levite families—Gershon, Kehas, and Merari—each assigned specific responsibilities for carrying different parts of the Mishkan, while also examining the fascinating mathematical exchange where 22,000 Levites replaced the firstborn, with the 273 surplus firstborn redeemed for five shekalim each. Bamidbar Chapter 3 Related Content Watch on YouTube Watch on Website Read Transcript Hebrew Transcript