Numbers 31:31

31 So Moses and the priest Eleazar did just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Numbers 31:31 Meaning and Commentary

Numbers 31:31

And Moses and Eleazar the priest did as the Lord commanded
Moses.
] Took an account of the booty, divided it equally between the soldiers and the congregation of Israel, and levied a part out of each as a tribute for the Lord, which was given to the priests and Levites.

Numbers 31:31 In-Context

29 Take my gift from the soldiers' half. Give it to the priest Eleazar. It is my share.

30 "Also take something from the half that belongs to the people of Israel. Choose one out of every 50 people, cattle, donkeys, sheep, goats or other animals. Give them to the Levites. They are accountable for taking care of my holy tent."

31 So Moses and the priest Eleazar did just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

32 What the soldiers took included 675,000 sheep.

33 There were also 72,000 cattle