The LORD spoke to Moses, saying,
22. And the Lord spake unto Moses. A part of the sacerdotal duties, of which mention is constantly made in the Law, is here briefly set forth; for God says that He had appointed the priests to bless the people.
God appointed the priests to bless the people solemnly in His name. Though the priest himself can only beg, speaking as God's intercessor and by His command, the blessing carries a promise and the weight of authority. Christ fulfilled this office perfectly, and gospel ministers must follow the pattern.
AI summary
Commenting on Numbers 6:22-27
Speak unto Aaron, and unto his sons,.... Aaron and his sons that succeeded him in all after generations, being the persons that were in a public manner to bless the people of Israel, they are particularly addressed, see Deu 10:8, saying, on this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel; in such manner and with such words as after expressed; standing upon an eminence...