And the sons of Uzziel; Mishael, and Elzaphan, and Zithri.
The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Zithri.
This verse records the family line of Uzziel, listing his three sons as part of the genealogical record of the Levites.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Exodus, this verse is part of a genealogy that lists the descendants of Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, during the time when God was calling Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. It highlights the family lines of the Levites, including Uzziel and his sons, to establish tribal identities and the roles of key figures like Moses and Aaron in God's plan. Such genealogies were crucial in ancient Israelite culture for maintaining records of inheritance, leadership, and covenant promises.
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