Exodus 6:22
The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri.
The sons of Uzziel
Uzziel was a son of Kohath, making him a grandson of Levi and a member of the Levitical priestly line. This lineage is significant as it establishes the priestly heritage and responsibilities that would later be formalized in the Mosaic Law. The Kohathites were responsible for the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects, highlighting the importance of Uzziel's descendants in the religious life of Israel.

were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri.
Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri are noted as sons of Uzziel, indicating their role within the Levitical family. Mishael is later mentioned in Leviticus 10:4, where he, along with Elzaphan, is tasked with carrying out the bodies of Nadab and Abihu, Aaron's sons, after they offered unauthorized fire before the Lord. This task underscores their role in maintaining the sanctity of the tabernacle. Elzaphan is also referenced in Numbers 3:30 as a leader of the Kohathite clans, further emphasizing his leadership role within the tribe. Sithri, while not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, is part of this significant lineage, contributing to the overall understanding of the Levitical family's structure and responsibilities. The mention of these names highlights the continuity and faithfulness of God's covenant with the Levites, as well as the importance of family and lineage in fulfilling God's purposes.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Uzziel
A member of the tribe of Levi, Uzziel is the father of Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri. He is a significant figure in the Levitical lineage, which is crucial for understanding the priestly roles in Israel.

2. Mishael
One of Uzziel's sons, Mishael is later mentioned in the context of the priestly duties and the holiness required of those serving in the tabernacle.

3. Elzaphan
Another son of Uzziel, Elzaphan is noted for his role in carrying out specific duties related to the tabernacle, highlighting the importance of obedience and service.

4. Sithri
The third son of Uzziel, Sithri's mention underscores the continuation of the Levitical line and the importance of family heritage in the service of God.

5. Levitical Lineage
The broader context of this verse is the genealogy of Levi, which is foundational for understanding the priestly and service roles within the Israelite community.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Lineage and Heritage
Understanding our spiritual heritage can inspire us to live faithfully and serve diligently in our communities.

Holiness and Obedience in Service
The roles of Mishael and Elzaphan remind us of the importance of approaching our service to God with reverence and obedience.

Family Roles in Ministry
Just as Uzziel's sons had specific roles, each family member today can contribute uniquely to the ministry and mission of the church.

The Seriousness of God's Commands
The involvement of Uzziel's sons in priestly duties underscores the need to take God's commands seriously and to serve Him with integrity.

Continuity of Faith Across Generations
The mention of Uzziel's sons encourages us to pass down our faith and values to the next generation, ensuring the continuity of God's work.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the lineage of Levi, as seen in Exodus 6:22, inform our understanding of the priestly roles in the Old Testament?

2. In what ways can we apply the concept of spiritual heritage in our own lives and communities today?

3. How do the roles of Mishael and Elzaphan in Leviticus 10 and Numbers 3 illustrate the importance of obedience in our service to God?

4. What lessons can we learn from the Levitical duties about the seriousness of approaching God with reverence and holiness?

5. How can we ensure that our faith and values are effectively passed down to the next generation, as seen in the continuity of the Levitical line?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Leviticus 10
Mishael and Elzaphan are called upon to carry out the bodies of Nadab and Abihu, highlighting the seriousness of holiness and obedience in the priestly service.

Numbers 3
The roles and responsibilities of the Levites, including those of Uzziel's descendants, are detailed, emphasizing their service to the tabernacle and the community.

1 Chronicles 15
Elzaphan is mentioned in the context of the transportation of the Ark of the Covenant, illustrating the ongoing importance of the Levitical duties.
Shaken Faith, and an Unshaken PurposeJ. Orr Exodus 6:9-14, 28-30
A Panoramic Glance At HistoryJ. S. Exell, M. A.Exodus 6:14-27
LessonsG. Hughes, B. D.Exodus 6:14-27
The Genealogical TableHenry, MatthewExodus 6:14-27
The Genealogy of the ChurchJ. S. Exell, M. A.Exodus 6:14-27
The Genealogy of Moses and AaronJ. Orr Exodus 6:14-28
People
Aaron, Abiasaph, Abihu, Amminadab, Amram, Assir, Canaanitish, Carmi, Egyptians, Eleazar, Elisheba, Elkanah, Elzaphan, Enoch, Gershon, Hanoch, Hezron, Isaac, Israelites, Ithamar, Izhar, Jachin, Jacob, Jamin, Jemuel, Jochebed, Kohath, Korah, Korahites, Korhites, Levi, Levites, Libni, Mahali, Mahli, Merari, Mishael, Moses, Mushi, Naashon, Nadab, Nahshon, Nepheg, Ohad, Pallu, Phallu, Pharaoh, Phinehas, Putiel, Reuben, Saul, Shaul, Shimei, Shimi, Simeon, Uzziel, Zichri, Zithri, Zohar
Places
Canaan, Egypt
Topics
Elzaphan, Elza'phan, Mishael, Mi'sha-el, Sithri, Sons, Uzziel, Uz'ziel, Zithri
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Exodus 6:14-25

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Library
To the Saddest of the Sad
I often wonder what those preachers do who feel called to make up their message as they go on; for if they fail, their failure must be attributed in great measure to their want of ability to make up a moving tale. They have to spread their sails to the breeze of the age, and to pick up a gospel that comes floating down to them on the stream of time, altering every week in the year; and they must have an endless task to catch this new idea, or, as they put it, to keep abreast of the age. Unless, indeed,
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 34: 1888

From Egypt to Sinai.
Ex. Chs. 1-19 Israel in Egypt. The length of time the Hebrews remained In Egypt is a perplexing question. Exodus 6:16-20 makes Moses the fourth generation from Levi (See Gen. 15:16; Num. 26:57-59). This would make it about 150 years. Gen. 15:13 predicts 400 years. Ex. 12:40 says they were there 430 years and Paul (Gal. 3:17) says 430 years from Abraham to Sinai. These apparently conflicting dates may be explained because of different methods of counting generations, probably based on long lives of
Josiah Blake Tidwell—The Bible Period by Period

Fourth Day. Holiness and Revelation.
And when the Lord saw that Moses turned aside to see, He called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am I. And He said, Draw not nigh hither; put off thy shoes from thy feet, for the place where thou standest is holy ground. And Moses hid his face, for He was afraid to look upon God.'--Ex. iii. 4-6. And why was it holy ground? Because God had come there and occupied it. Where God is, there is holiness; it is the presence of God makes holy. This is the
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

Appendix viii. Rabbinic Traditions About Elijah, the Forerunner of the Messiah
To complete the evidence, presented in the text, as to the essential difference between the teaching of the ancient Synagogue about the Forerunner of the Messiah' and the history and mission of John the Baptist, as described in the New Testaments, we subjoin a full, though condensed, account of the earlier Rabbinic traditions about Elijah. Opinions differ as to the descent and birthplace of Elijah. According to some, he was from the land of Gilead (Bemid. R. 14), and of the tribe of Gad (Tanch. on
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage,
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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