and that he has brought you near him, and all your brothers the sons of Levi with you? And would you seek the priesthood also?
I have written something to the church, but Diotrephes, who likes to put himself first, does not acknowledge our authority.
Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.
Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.
A dispute also arose among them, as to which of them was to be regarded as the greatest.
And he said to her, “What do you want?” She said to him, “Say that these two sons of mine are to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your kingdom.” Jesus answered, “You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I am to drink?” They said to him, “We are able.”
By insolence comes nothing but strife, but with those who take advice is wisdom.
And you and your sons with you shall guard your priesthood for all that concerns the altar and that is within the veil; and you shall serve. I give your priesthood as a gift, and any outsider who comes near shall be put to death.”
And you shall appoint Aaron and his sons, and they shall guard their priesthood. But if any outsider comes near, he shall be put to death.”
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