And these were the sons of Levi by their names; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.
These were the sons of Levi, listed by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.
This verse names the three sons of Levi who became the heads of the main Levite family groups.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, written during the time of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and their wanderings in the desert, this verse is part of a census and assignment of duties to the Levites, who were set apart for sacred service in the tabernacle. Levi was one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and his descendants were chosen by God to assist the priests in maintaining the worship and care of the tabernacle. The names Gershon, Kohath, and Merari represent the three main clans of the Levites, each assigned specific responsibilities to ensure the proper functioning of Israel's religious life.
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