The sons of Gershon; Libni, and Shimi, according to their families.
The sons of Gershon were Libni and Shimei, and they became the heads of their own family groups.
This verse is recording the family line of Gershon, one of Levi's sons, showing how God's people were organized into distinct family groups.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, this verse is part of a genealogy that traces the descendants of Levi, one of Jacob's sons, to establish the priestly lineage and organize the tribes of Israel during their time in Egypt. Gershon, as Levi's eldest son, had descendants like Libni and Shimi, whose families were designated for specific roles in the community and later in tabernacle service. Such lists were essential in ancient Israelite culture for maintaining tribal identity, inheritance rights, and religious responsibilities as God prepared to deliver His people.
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