Exodus 32:29
For Moses had said, Consecrate yourselves to day to the Lord, even every man upon his son, and upon his brother; that he may bestow upon you a blessing this day.
Cross-references
Exodus 32:27 commands the killing of relatives; verse 29 interprets that act as dedication to the Lord, directly following the event.
Exodus 29:9 uses the same 'fill your hand' ordination idiom; Moses applies that consecration language to the Levites' violent act here.
Numbers 25:11-13 describes Phinehas being granted a perpetual priesthood for zealous killing — parallels the Levites being ordained here for the same kind of zeal.
Deuteronomy 13:6-11 commands capital punishment for family members who entice to idolatry — the Levites' actions here exemplify that law.
Deuteronomy 33:9 praises Levi for disregarding family ties to keep God's covenant — directly echoes their obedience here.
1 Samuel 15:18-22 emphasizes obedience over sacrifice — contrasts the Levites' obedience here with Saul's disobedience.
Zechariah 13:3 shows parents executing a false prophet — mirrors the family execution that here results in Levitical ordination.
Matthew 10:37 echoes the same radical loyalty: Jesus demands love for Him above family, like the Levites who killed their own kinsmen for God.
2 Chronicles 13:9 also uses the 'fill the hand' consecration idiom, but for illegitimate priests, contrasting true dedication.
Deuteronomy 33:10 outlines Levi's priestly duties — the ordination here sets them apart for that service.