6. “Let the people of Reuben live and not die,but let the people be few.”
7. Moses said this about the people of Judah:“Lord, listen to Judah’s prayer;bring them back to their people.They defend themselves with their hands.Help them fight their enemies!”
8. Moses said this about the people of Levi:“Lord, your Thummim and Urim belongto Levi, whom you love.Lord, you tested him at Massahand argued with him at the waters of Meribah.
9. He said about his father and mother,‘I don’t care about them.’He did not treat his brothers as favoritesor give special favors to his children,but he protected your wordand guarded your agreement.
10. He teaches your laws to the people of Jacoband your teachings to the people of Israel.He burns incense before youand makes whole burnt offerings on your altar.