1. The task of the Kohathites (1-20)

When the Israelites broke camp to continue their journey, Aaron and his sons (Kohathites) were to dismantle and wrap the sacred things in the tabernacle. The Kohathite clan was given the awesome task of carrying the sacred objects of the Tent of Meeting. However, they were not to look at the holy things or touch them--on pain of death. Curiosity that makes one invade things that are sacred and holy is a sin before God. When people do not respect God, they do not respect other people or themselves.

2. The task of the other Levites (21-49)

Levi, son of Jacob, had 3 sons--Gershon, Kohath and Merari. Moses and Aaron were descendants of Kohath. These three clans were given the responsibility of caring for the sanctuary. During the journey to the Promised Land, these Levites were responsible for packing and moving the tent of meeting and its furnishings. God himself assigned the tasks.

Application: Lord, help us to combat the irreverence of our times by surrendering our inordinate curiosity.
One Word: Be humble, not curious