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redemption of the first-born

The "redemption of the first-born son" or Pidyon Ha Ben in Hebrew. The first-born son of every Israelite was to be set apart for the service of the priesthood:

Exod 13:1-2

Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, "Consecrate to Me all the firstborn, whatever opens the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and beast; it is Mine." (NKJ)

After the establishing of the priestly tribe of Levi (Num 8), the first-born son in all other tribes was redeemed from this duty by the payment of 5 shekels.

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