In this chapter we have, I. The law concerning Nazarites, 1. What it was to which the vow of a Nazarite obliged him, Num. 6:1–8. 2. A remedial law in case a Nazarite happened to be polluted by the touch of a dead body, Num. 6:9–12. 3. The solemnity of his discharge when his time was up, Num.

After the law for the discovery and shame of those that by sin had made themselves vile, fitly follows this for the direction and encouragement of those who by their eminent piety and devotion had made themselves honourable, and distinguished themselves from their neighbours.

Here, I. The priests, among other good offices which they were to do, are appointed solemnly to bless the people in the name of the Lord, Num. 6:23. It was part of their work, Deut. 21:5.