The sons of Kohath; Amminadab his son, Korah his son, Assir his son,
The descendants of Kohath were: his son Amminadab, then Amminadab's son Korah, then Korah's son Assir.
This verse lists three generations of Kohath's family line, showing how God's people kept careful records of their ancestry.
📚 Historical Context
This genealogy appears in the Chronicler's detailed record of the Levitical families, written after Israel's return from Babylonian exile around 400 BC. The Levites were the priestly tribe responsible for temple worship, and maintaining accurate family records was crucial for determining who could serve in various religious roles. Kohath was one of Levi's three sons, and his descendants had specific duties in caring for the most sacred items of the tabernacle.
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