The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi: the sons of Jaaziah; Beno.
The descendants of Merari were Mahli and Mushi. From Jaaziah's family came Beno.
This verse lists the family lineage of Merari, showing how the Levite priestly families were organized and recorded.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of King David, the Israelites were organizing the Levites for their specific duties in the tabernacle and future temple worship, as part of establishing order in religious services. This verse lists the descendants of Merari, a son of Levi, within a larger genealogy that divided the Levites into groups for priestly and supportive roles. These records ensured that only the proper lineages served in sacred functions, maintaining the integrity of Israel's worship system.
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