KJV ORIGINAL
And these are the names of the sons of Gershon by their families; Libni, and Shimei.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Here are the names of Gershon's sons, listed by their family groups: Libni and Shimei.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists the two sons of Gershon who became the heads of their own family clans within the Levite tribe.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the census and organization of the Levite tribe that God commanded Moses to conduct in the wilderness. Gershon was one of the three sons of Levi, and his descendants had specific duties in caring for the tabernacle. The Levites were set apart as the priestly tribe to serve God and assist with worship, replacing the firstborn of all the other tribes.
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