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33 The ·family groups [clans] of Mahli and Mushi belonged to Merari; they were the Merarite ·family groups [clans]. 34 The number that was counted was 6,200 males one month old or older. 35 The leader of the Merari families was Zuriel son of Abihail, and they were to camp north of the ·Holy Tent [Tabernacle]. 36 The Merarites were responsible for the frames of the ·Holy Tent [Tabernacle], the ·braces [bars], the ·posts [pillars], the bases, and all the work connected with these items. 37 They were also responsible for the ·posts [pillars] in the courtyard around the ·Holy Tent [Tabernacle] and their bases, tent pegs, and ropes.

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33 To Merari belonged the clans of the Mahlites and the Mushites;(A) these were the Merarite clans.(B) 34 The number of all the males a month old or more(C) who were counted was 6,200. 35 The leader of the families of the Merarite clans was Zuriel son of Abihail; they were to camp on the north side of the tabernacle.(D) 36 The Merarites were appointed(E) to take care of the frames of the tabernacle,(F) its crossbars,(G) posts,(H) bases, all its equipment, and everything related to their use,(I) 37 as well as the posts of the surrounding courtyard(J) with their bases, tent pegs(K) and ropes.

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