ESV Reformation Study Bible – 1 Sam 6:15
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1 Sam 6:15

6:15 Levites. Beth-shemesh was assigned to the Levites, specifically, the descendants of Aaron (Josh. 21:16).

set them upon the great stone. The large rock was used as a pedestal for the ark and the gold objects, not as an impromptu altar.