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Barnes' Notes on Exodus 38:26

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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A bekah - Literally, “a half”: the words “half a shekel,” etc. appear to be inserted only for emphasis, to enforce the accuracy to be observed in the payment. See Exodus 30:13. Respecting the capitation and the numbering of the people, see Exodus 30:12. return to 'Top of Page'
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