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id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/deuteronomy/18.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/deuteronomy/18.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />he may minister in the name of the LORD his God like all his fellow Levites who serve there in the presence of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/deuteronomy/18.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />He may minister there in the name of the LORD his God, just like all his fellow Levites who are serving the LORD there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/deuteronomy/18.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and ministers in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand to minister there before the LORD,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/deuteronomy/18.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brethren the Levites <i>do</i>, which stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/deuteronomy/18.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />then he may serve in the name of the LORD his God as all his brethren the Levites <i>do,</i> who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/deuteronomy/18.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/deuteronomy/18.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/deuteronomy/18.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />then he shall minister in the name of Yahweh his God like all his brothers the Levites who stand there before Yahweh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/deuteronomy/18.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />he may serve in the name of the LORD his God like all his fellow Levites who minister there in the presence of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />he may serve in the name of Yahweh his God like all his fellow Levites who minister there in the presence of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/deuteronomy/18.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />then he shall minister in the name of Jehovah his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, who stand there before Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/deuteronomy/18.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and then be a special servant of the LORD there, just like all the other Levites. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/deuteronomy/18.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, which stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/deuteronomy/18.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />and may serve in the name of the LORD his God like all the other Levites who do their work in the LORD's presence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/deuteronomy/18.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and may serve there as a priest of the LORD his God, like the other Levites who are serving there. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/deuteronomy/18.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />There he may serve in the name of the LORD his God. Like his fellow descendants of Levi who stand there in the LORD's presence, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />then he shall serve in the name of the LORD his God like all his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/deuteronomy/18.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and serves in the name of the LORD his God like his fellow Levites who stand there before the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/deuteronomy/18.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brothers the Levites do, who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/deuteronomy/18.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/deuteronomy/18.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />then he shall minister in the name of Yahweh his God, as all his brothers the Levites do, who stand there before Yahweh. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/deuteronomy/18.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />then he has ministered in the Name of his God YHWH like all his brothers, the Levites, who are standing there before YHWH.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/deuteronomy/18.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> then he hath ministered in the name of Jehovah his God, like all his brethren, the Levites, who are standing there before Jehovah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/deuteronomy/18.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And serving in the name of Jehovah his God as all his brethren the Levites standing there before Jehovah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He shall minister in the name of the Lord his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, that shall stand at that time before the Lord. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/deuteronomy/18.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />he shall minister in the name of the Lord his God, as do all his brothers, the Levites, who will be standing at that time in the sight of the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/deuteronomy/18.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />and ministers there in the name of the LORD, his God, like all his fellow Levites who stand before the LORD there,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/deuteronomy/18.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />then he may minister in the name of the LORD his God, like all his fellow-Levites who stand to minister there before the LORD.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/deuteronomy/18.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as do all his brethren the Levites, who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/deuteronomy/18.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And he shall serve in the name of LORD JEHOVAH his God as all of his brothers, the Levites, who stand there before LORD JEHOVAH.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/deuteronomy/18.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brethren the Levites do, who stand there before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/deuteronomy/18.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />he shall minister to the name of the Lord his God, as all his brethren the Levites, who stand there present before the Lord thy God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IRhBtZaVxJ0?start=5109" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/deuteronomy/18.htm">Provision for Priests and Levites</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>Now if a Levite moves from any town of residence throughout Israel and comes in all earnestness to the place the LORD will choose, <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8334.htm" title="8334: wə·šê·rêṯ (Conj-w:: V-Piel-ConjPerf-3ms) -- To minister, serve. A primitive root; to attend as a menial or worshipper; figuratively, to contribute to.">then he shall serve</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: bə·šêm (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">in the name</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">his God</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kə·ḵāl- (Prep-k:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">like all</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: ’e·ḥāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab).">his fellow</a> <a href="/hebrew/3881.htm" title="3881: hal·wî·yim (Art:: N-proper-mp) -- Desc. of Levi. Or Leviy; patronymically from Leviy; a Levite or descendant of Levi.">Levites</a> <a href="/hebrew/5975.htm" title="5975: hā·‘ō·mə·ḏîm (Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To take one's stand, stand. A primitive root; to stand, in various relations.">who stand</a> <a href="/hebrew/8033.htm" title="8033: šām (Adv) -- There, thither. A primitive particle; there then; often thither, or thence.">there</a> <a href="/hebrew/6440.htm" title="6440: lip̄·nê (Prep-l:: N-cpc) -- Face, faces. Plural of an unused noun; the face; used in a great variety of applications; also as a preposition.">before</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD.</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>They shall eat equal portions, even though he has received money from the sale of his father’s estate.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/18-6.htm">Numbers 18:6</a></span><br />Behold, I Myself have selected your fellow Levites from the Israelites as a gift to you, dedicated to the LORD to perform the service for the Tent of Meeting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-11.htm">1 Samuel 2:11</a></span><br />Then Elkanah went home to Ramah, but the boy began ministering to the LORD before Eli the priest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-13.htm">1 Chronicles 23:13</a></span><br />The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-11.htm">2 Chronicles 29:11</a></span><br />Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-44.htm">Nehemiah 12:44-45</a></span><br />And on that same day men were appointed over the rooms that housed the supplies, contributions, firstfruits, and tithes. The portions specified by the Law for the priests and Levites were gathered into these storerooms from the fields of the villages, because Judah rejoiced over the priests and Levites who were serving. / They performed the service of their God and the service of purification, along with the singers and gatekeepers, as David and his son Solomon had prescribed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/44-11.htm">Ezekiel 44:11</a></span><br />Yet they shall be ministers in My sanctuary, having charge of the gates of the temple and ministering there. They shall slaughter the burnt offerings and other sacrifices for the people and stand before them to minister to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-1.htm">Exodus 28:1</a></span><br />“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/8-30.htm">Leviticus 8:30</a></span><br />Next, Moses took some of the anointing oil and some of the blood that was on the altar and sprinkled them on Aaron and his garments, and on his sons and their garments. So he consecrated Aaron and his garments, as well as Aaron’s sons and their garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-11.htm">1 Kings 8:11</a></span><br />so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-14.htm">2 Chronicles 5:14</a></span><br />so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/5-1.htm">Hebrews 5:1</a></span><br />Every high priest is appointed from among men to represent them in matters relating to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11</a></span><br />Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/8-3.htm">Hebrews 8:3</a></span><br />And since every high priest is appointed to offer both gifts and sacrifices, it was necessary for this One also to have something to offer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-6.htm">Hebrews 9:6</a></span><br />When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-11.htm">Hebrews 10:11</a></span><br />Day after day every priest stands to minister and to offer again and again the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then he shall minister in the name of the LORD his God, as all his brothers the Levites do, which stand there before the LORD.</p><p class="hdg">as all his brethren</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/31-2.htm">2 Chronicles 31:2-4</a></b></br> And Hezekiah appointed the courses of the priests and the Levites after their courses, every man according to his service, the priests and Levites for burnt offerings and for peace offerings, to minister, and to give thanks, and to praise in the gates of the tents of the LORD… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/deuteronomy/18-1.htm">Levites</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/18-5.htm">Minister</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/10-6.htm">Ministered</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/17-18.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/18-3.htm">Priest</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/18-5.htm">Serve</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/18-5.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/16-22.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/18-5.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/deuteronomy/27-9.htm">Levites</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/21-5.htm">Minister</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-11.htm">Ministered</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/18-12.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/20-2.htm">Priest</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/20-11.htm">Serve</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/19-16.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/23-25.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/20-11.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Deuteronomy 18</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/18-1.htm">The LORD is the priests and Levites' inheritance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/18-3.htm">The priests' due</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/18-6.htm">The Levites' portion</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/18-9.htm">The abominations of the nations are to be avoided</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/18-15.htm">Christ the Prophet is to be heard</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/deuteronomy/18-20.htm">The presumptuous prophet is to die</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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Serving "in the name of the LORD" signifies acting with His authority and under His command. The Levites were responsible for the spiritual leadership and religious duties of Israel, including teaching the law and officiating in the tabernacle and later the temple. This service was not just a job but a divine calling, reflecting the holiness and sovereignty of God. The phrase underscores the importance of serving God with reverence and dedication, a theme echoed in the New Testament where believers are called to serve in the name of Jesus (<a href="/colossians/3-17.htm">Colossians 3:17</a>).<p><b>like all his fellow Levites</b><br>This part of the verse highlights the communal and equal nature of the Levitical service. All Levites, regardless of their specific roles or duties, were united in their service to God. This unity is a reflection of the body of Christ, where all members have different gifts but serve the same Lord (<a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">1 Corinthians 12:4-6</a>). The Levites' shared responsibility also points to the importance of community and cooperation in fulfilling God's purposes.<p><b>who stand there before the LORD</b><br>Standing before the LORD indicates a position of service and readiness. In the ancient Near Eastern context, standing was a posture of attentiveness and respect, especially in the presence of a king or deity. The Levites' role required them to be continually prepared to minister and perform their duties in the tabernacle or temple. This phrase also conveys the idea of being in God's presence, which is a privilege and a responsibility. It foreshadows the New Testament teaching that believers are a royal priesthood, called to live in God's presence and serve Him (<a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/l/levites.htm">Levites</a></b><br>The tribe of Levi, set apart for religious duties and service to God. They did not receive a territorial inheritance like the other tribes but were given specific cities and the privilege of serving in the temple.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD</a></b><br>Refers to Yahweh, the covenant God of Israel, who established the laws and guidelines for worship and service.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/m/ministering.htm">Ministering</a></b><br>The act of serving or performing religious duties, particularly in the context of the temple or tabernacle.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/f/fellow_levites.htm">Fellow Levites</a></b><br>Other members of the tribe of Levi who share in the responsibilities and privileges of serving before the LORD.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/standing_before_the_lord.htm">Standing before the LORD</a></b><br>A phrase indicating service in the presence of God, often associated with the duties performed in the tabernacle or temple.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_serve.htm">The Call to Serve</a></b><br>Just as the Levites were called to serve, every believer is called to serve God in their unique capacity. Reflect on how you can minister in your community or church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/e/equality_in_service.htm">Equality in Service</a></b><br>The verse emphasizes that all Levites minister equally before the LORD. In the body of Christ, every role is important, and no service is too small.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/serving_in_god's_name.htm">Serving in God's Name</a></b><br>Serving "in the name of the LORD" means acting with His authority and for His glory. Consider how your actions reflect God's character and purpose.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/standing_before_the_lord.htm">Standing Before the LORD</a></b><br>The concept of standing before the LORD implies readiness and dedication. Evaluate your spiritual posture and readiness to serve God faithfully.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_of_servants.htm">Community of Servants</a></b><br>The Levites served together as a community. Seek to build and strengthen your community of faith, encouraging one another in service.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_deuteronomy_18.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Deuteronomy 18</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_tithing_necessary_for_christians.htm">Is tithing necessary for Christians?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_psalm_58_6_invoke_violence.htm">Why does David, in Psalm 58, invoke violent divine judgment (verse 6) when other passages emphasize mercy?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_kill_uzzah_for_touching_the_ark.htm">Why does God kill Uzzah instantly for touching the Ark to prevent it from falling (2 Samuel 6:7)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/scriptural_care_for_widows.htm">What role do prophets play in God's plan?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">then he shall serve</span><br /><span class="heb">וְשֵׁרֵ֕ת</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šê·rêṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8334.htm">Strong's 8334: </a> </span><span class="str2">To attend as a, menial, worshipper, to contribute to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in the name</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּשֵׁ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(bə·šêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהָ֑יו</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">like all</span><br /><span class="heb">כְּכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(kə·ḵāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his fellow</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶחָיו֙</span> <span class="translit">(’e·ḥāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_251.htm">Strong's 251: </a> </span><span class="str2">A brother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Levites</span><br /><span class="heb">הַלְוִיִּ֔ם</span> <span class="translit">(hal·wî·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3881.htm">Strong's 3881: </a> </span><span class="str2">Levites -- descendant of Levi</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who stand</span><br /><span class="heb">הָעֹמְדִ֥ים</span> <span class="translit">(hā·‘ō·mə·ḏîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5975.htm">Strong's 5975: </a> </span><span class="str2">To stand, in various relations</span><br /><br /><span class="word">there</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁ֖ם</span> <span class="translit">(šām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8033.htm">Strong's 8033: </a> </span><span class="str2">There, then, thither</span><br /><br /><span class="word">before</span><br /><span class="heb">לִפְנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(lip̄·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6440.htm">Strong's 6440: </a> </span><span class="str2">The face</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD.</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">Deuteronomy 18:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/deuteronomy/18-7.htm">OT Law: Deuteronomy 18:7 Then he shall minister in the name (Deut. 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