The sons of Levi; Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.
The sons of Levi were Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.
This verse lists the three sons of Levi, who became the heads of the three main families that served in Israel's worship.
📚 Historical Context
The book of 1 Chronicles was written during the post-exilic period around the 5th century BC to help the returning Jewish exiles reconnect with their tribal histories and genealogies. Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, had descendants who were set apart for religious duties, including the care of the Tabernacle and later the temple. In this verse, the three sons of Levi, Gershom, Kohath, and Merari, are listed as the founders of the main Levitical clans, emphasizing the importance of priestly lineage in Israel's worship system.
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