Genesis 46:11
New International Version
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath and Merari.

New Living Translation
The sons of Levi were Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

English Standard Version
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Berean Standard Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

King James Bible
And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

New King James Version
The sons of Levi were Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

New American Standard Bible
And the sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

NASB 1995
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Legacy Standard Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Christian Standard Bible
Levi’s sons: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Levi’s sons: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

American Standard Version
And the sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

English Revised Version
And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The sons of [Levi]were Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Good News Translation
Levi and his sons: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

International Standard Version
Levi's sons Gershon, Kohath, and Merari;

Majority Standard Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

NET Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

New Heart English Bible
And the sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

World English Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Young's Literal Translation
And sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Levi: Gershon and Kohath and Merari.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The sons of Levi: Gerson and Caath and Merari.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The sons of Levi: Gershon and Kohath, and Merari.

New American Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

New Revised Standard Version
The children of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Levi: Gershoon and Qahath and Merari.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Levi; Gerson, Cath, and Merari.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Those who Went to Egypt: The Children of Leah
10The sons of Simeon: Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul the son of a Canaanite woman. 11The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. 12The sons of Judah: Er, Onan, Shelah, Perez, and Zerah; but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. The sons of Perez: Hezron and Hamul.…

Cross References
Exodus 6:16-20
These were the names of the sons of Levi according to their records: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. Levi lived 137 years. / The sons of Gershon were Libni and Shimei, by their clans. / The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. ...

Numbers 3:17-20
These were the sons of Levi by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / These were the names of the sons of Gershon by their clans: Libni and Shimei. / The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. ...

1 Chronicles 6:1-3
The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. / The children of Amram: Aaron, Moses, and Miriam. The sons of Aaron: Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.

1 Chronicles 23:6-13
Then David divided the Levites into divisions according to the sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. / The Gershonites: Ladan and Shimei. / The sons of Ladan: Jehiel the first, Zetham, and Joel—three in all. ...

Exodus 2:1-2
Now a man of the house of Levi married a Levite woman, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. When she saw that he was a beautiful child, she hid him for three months.

Numbers 26:57-59
Now these were the Levites numbered by their clans: The Gershonite clan from Gershon, the Kohathite clan from Kohath, and the Merarite clan from Merari. / These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram, / and Amram’s wife was named Jochebed. She was also a daughter of Levi, born to Levi in Egypt. To Amram she bore Aaron, Moses, and their sister Miriam.

1 Chronicles 6:16-19
The sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. / These are the names of the sons of Gershom: Libni and Shimei. / The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. ...

1 Chronicles 23:12-13
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. / The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

Exodus 32:26-29
So Moses stood at the entrance to the camp and said, “Whoever is for the LORD, come to me.” And all the Levites gathered around him. / He told them, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Each of you men is to fasten his sword to his side, go back and forth through the camp from gate to gate, and slay his brother, his friend, and his neighbor.’” / The Levites did as Moses commanded, and that day about three thousand of the people fell dead. ...

Deuteronomy 33:8-11
Concerning Levi he said: “Give Your Thummim to Levi and Your Urim to Your godly one, whom You tested at Massah and contested at the waters of Meribah. / He said of his father and mother, ‘I do not consider them.’ He disregarded his brothers and did not know his own sons, for he kept Your word and maintained Your covenant. / He will teach Your ordinances to Jacob and Your law to Israel; he will set incense before You and whole burnt offerings on Your altar. ...

Hebrews 7:5
Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham.

Hebrews 7:11
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:14
For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.

Hebrews 7:27
Unlike the other high priests, He does not need to offer daily sacrifices, first for His own sins and then for the sins of the people; He sacrificed for sin once for all when He offered up Himself.

Hebrews 8:4
Now if He were on earth, He would not be a priest, since there are already priests who offer gifts according to the law.


Treasury of Scripture

And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Levi.

Genesis 29:34
And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Now this time will my husband be joined unto me, because I have born him three sons: therefore was his name called Levi.

Genesis 49:5-7
Simeon and Levi are brethren; instruments of cruelty are in their habitations…

Exodus 6:16
And these are the names of the sons of Levi according to their generations; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari: and the years of the life of Levi were an hundred thirty and seven years.

Gershon.

1 Chronicles 6:16
The sons of Levi; Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.

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Genesis 46
1. Jacob is comforted by God at Beersheba.
5. Thence he with his company goes into Egypt.
8. The number of his family that went into Egypt.
28. Joseph meets Jacob.
31. He instructs his brothers how to answer Pharaoh.














The sons of Levi:
Levi was the third son of Jacob and Leah. His descendants, the Levites, were set apart for religious duties and service in the Tabernacle and later the Temple. This lineage is significant as it establishes the priestly and Levitical lines in Israel. Levi's role in the family of Jacob is crucial, as his descendants were chosen by God for specific religious functions, highlighting the importance of lineage and divine selection in biblical history.

Gershon,
Gershon was the firstborn son of Levi. His descendants, the Gershonites, were responsible for the care of the Tabernacle's curtains, coverings, and hangings. This role underscores the importance of maintaining the sacred space where God dwelled among His people. The Gershonites' duties reflect the broader theme of holiness and the need for order and reverence in worship.

Kohath,
Kohath was the second son of Levi. The Kohathites had the most prestigious duties among the Levites, as they were responsible for the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects, including the Ark of the Covenant. This highlights the theme of holiness and the direct handling of sacred items, which required a high level of purity and reverence. The Kohathites' role points to the centrality of God's presence and the need for careful stewardship of His commands.

and Merari.
Merari was the third son of Levi. His descendants, the Merarites, were tasked with the transportation and maintenance of the Tabernacle's structural components, such as the frames, bars, pillars, and bases. This role emphasizes the importance of the physical structure that housed the presence of God, reflecting the need for a stable and secure place for worship. The Merarites' responsibilities illustrate the broader biblical theme of community and cooperation in serving God's purposes.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Levi
Levi is one of the twelve sons of Jacob, also known as Israel. He is the patriarch of the tribe of Levi, which holds a special place in Israelite history as the tribe set apart for religious duties and priesthood.

2. Gershon
Gershon is the first son of Levi. His descendants, the Gershonites, were responsible for the care of the tabernacle's fabrics, including the curtains and coverings.

3. Kohath
Kohath is the second son of Levi. The Kohathites had the important duty of caring for the sanctuary's most sacred objects, such as the Ark of the Covenant, the table, the lampstand, and the altars.

4. Merari
Merari is the third son of Levi. His descendants, the Merarites, were tasked with the maintenance and transportation of the tabernacle's structural components, such as the frames, bars, pillars, and bases.

5. Jacob's Journey to Egypt
This event marks the migration of Jacob and his family to Egypt, where they would eventually become a great nation. It is a pivotal moment in the history of Israel, setting the stage for the Exodus.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Family Legacy
The sons of Levi each had distinct roles that contributed to the worship and spiritual life of Israel. This highlights the importance of family legacy and the unique contributions each family member can make to God's work.

Diversity of Roles in God's Kingdom
Just as the Levite clans had different responsibilities, so too does the body of Christ have diverse gifts and roles. Each believer is called to serve in their unique capacity for the edification of the church.

Faithfulness in Service
The Levites' dedication to their duties serves as a model for faithfulness in whatever task God assigns us. Our service, whether seen or unseen, is valuable in God's eyes.

God's Sovereign Plan
The migration of Jacob's family to Egypt was part of God's sovereign plan to grow them into a great nation. Trusting in God's plan, even when it leads us into unfamiliar territory, is crucial for our spiritual journey.(11) Levi has three sons: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Verse 11. - And the sons of Levi; Gershon, - or Gershom, - "Expulsion" (Gesenins), - Kohath, or Kehath, - "Assembly" (Gesenius) - and Merari, - "Bitter," "Ufi, happy" (Gesenius), Flowing" (Murphy), Harsh One" (Lange).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The sons
וּבְנֵ֖י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Levi:
לֵוִ֑י (lê·wî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3878: Levi -- a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him

Gershon,
גֵּרְשׁ֕וֹן (gê·rə·šō·wn)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1648: Gershon -- a son of Levi

Kohath,
קְהָ֖ת (qə·hāṯ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6955: Kohath -- a son of Levi

and Merari.
וּמְרָרִֽי׃ (ū·mə·rā·rî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4847: Merari -- a son of Levi


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