Num 8:11 | TNotes | STEP | 8:11 The reference to Aaron’s raised hands suggests that Israel offered the Levites to the Lord as a “wave offering”—the type of offering lifted up to the Lord (cp. Lev 7:30 ). The Levites were dedicated to duties that made them “living and holy sacrifices” (cp. Rom 12:1 ).

bLev 7:30►

cRom 12:1►

‏ Numbers 8:11

8:11 ^a The reference to Aaron’s raised hands suggests that Israel offered the Levites to the Lord as a “wave offering”—the type of offering lifted up to the Lord (cp. Lev 7:30 ^b). The Levites were dedicated to duties that made them “living and holy sacrifices” (cp. Rom 12:1 ^c).