Luke 10:1-8

After this the Master appointed seventy-two others, and sent them on before him, two by two, to every town or place to which he intended to come.

1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

We beg you, brothers, to respect those who work with you and who lead you in the service of the Lord, and teach you.

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Summary

Even of the children of Israel's half, Moses took one portion of fifty, both of man and of beast, and gave them unto the Levites, which kept the charge of the tabernacle of the LORD; as the LORD commanded Moses.

Bible References

The levites

Luke 10:1
After this the Master appointed seventy-two others, and sent them on before him, two by two, to every town or place to which he intended to come.
1 Thessalonians 5:12
We beg you, brothers, to respect those who work with you and who lead you in the service of the Lord, and teach you.