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Moses continues blessing each tribe of Israel.
Your Thummim and your Urim
These were sacred stones the high priest carried on his breastplate and used at times to determine God's will. Here "your" refers to Yahweh. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-you)
the one you are pleased with
This refers to the tribe of Levi. AT: "your holy one"
Massah
See how you translated this name in Deuteronomy 6:16. Translator may add a footnote that says: "The name 'Massah' means 'testing.'"
Meribah
See how you translated this name in Deuteronomy 32:50. Translator may add a footnote that says: "The name 'Meribah' means 'argue' or 'quarrel.'"