Deu 18:1 | TNotes | STEP | 18:1 The term Levitical priests described the entire tribe of Levi . Technically, however, only Aaron’s descendants were priests. The non-priestly Levites were their assistants (see 12:12 ).

‏ Deuteronomy 18:1

18:1 ^a The term Levitical priests described the entire tribe of Levi. Technically, however, only Aaron’s descendants were priests. The non-priestly Levites were their assistants (see 12:12 ^b).