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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.'"