There is a partial spiritualization of נחלה (‘inheritance’) and חלק (‘portion’) in Deuteronomy.70 In this way the position of the Levite is representative and model for all Israel. As in the legislation of the tithe, blessing is related to obedience. The Levite has a conspicuous dependence on God, because his prosperity is less evident than that of the people who have been given land. Thus the Levite is a constant reminder to all Israel of the nature of true prosperity. Israel’s enjoyment of the