Numbers 3:19

King James Version:

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And the sons of Kohath by their families; Amram, and Izehar, Hebron, and Uzziel.

Complete Jewish Bible:

likewise the sons of K'hat -'Amram,Yitz'har, Hevron and 'Uzi'el -

Berean Standard Bible:

The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel.

American Standard Version:

And the sons of Kohath by their families: Amram, and Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And the sons^{H1121} of Kohath^{H6955} by their families^{H4940}; Amram^{H6019}, and Izehar^{H3324}, Hebron^{H2275}, and Uzziel^{H5816}.

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Commentary for Numbers 3:19

1. **Themes:**
- **Genealogy and Lineage:** Numbers 3:19 is part of a larger section that meticulously outlines the genealogies of the Levites, the tribe designated for priestly duties. The listing of the sons of Kohath emphasizes the importance of lineage in determining religious roles and responsibilities within ancient Israelite society.
- **Divine Order and Organization:** The detailed account of the Kohathite families reflects the divine order established by God for the tabernacle service. Each clan had specific duties in the care and transport of the sacred objects of the tabernacle.
- **Priestly Duties:** The Kohathites were responsible for the care of the most holy items in the tabernacle, such as the ark of the covenant, the table of showbread, the lampstand, and the altars. This verse introduces the key figures who would be instrumental in these priestly functions.

2. **Historical Context:**
- **Time of the Exodus:** The book of Numbers opens with a census of the Israelite population in the wilderness of Sinai, after their exodus from Egypt and before their entry into the Promised Land. The events described are set around the second year after the Israelites' departure from Egypt.
- **Preparation for Journey:** The census and the organization of the Levites by family and clan were part of the preparations for the Israelites' journey to and conquest of Canaan. The detailed structuring of the Levitical duties was crucial for the proper functioning of the tabernacle as the Israelites moved from place to place.
- **The Kohathites:** Among the Levites, the Kohathites were one of the three main divisions (along with the Gershonites and the Merarites) and were descendants of Levi through his son Kohath. The names mentioned—Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—are the patriarchs of the Kohathite clans, with Amram being the father of Moses and Aaron.
- **Transition of Leadership:** This verse also sets the stage for the transition from the leadership of Moses and Aaron to the next generation, as the narrative of Numbers unfolds with the account of the Israelites' wanderings and the eventual handover of responsibilities to Joshua and others.

In summary, Numbers 3:19 is a verse that establishes the lineage and roles of the Kohathite clans within the larger context of the Levitical priesthood, reflecting the importance of heredity and order in the religious life of ancient Israel during a pivotal period of their history.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H1121
   There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בֵּן
   Transliteration: bên
   Pronunciation: bane
   Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.
   
2. Strong's Number: H6955
   There are 29 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קְהָת
   Transliteration: Qᵉhâth
   Pronunciation: keh-hawth'
   Description: from an unused root meaning to ally oneself; allied; Kehath, an Israelite; Kohath.
   
3. Strong's Number: H4940
   There are 224 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מִשְׁפָּחָה
   Transliteration: mishpâchâh
   Pronunciation: mish-paw-khaw'
   Description: from שָׁפָה (compare שִׁפְחָה); a family, i.e. circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people; family, kind(-red).
   
4. Strong's Number: H6019
   There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עַמְרָם
   Transliteration: ʻAmrâm
   Pronunciation: am-rawm'
   Description: probably from עַם and רוּם; high people; Amram, the name of two Israelites; Amram.
   
5. Strong's Number: H3324
   There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יִצְהָר
   Transliteration: Yitshâr
   Pronunciation: yits-hawr'
   Description: the same as יִצְהָר; Jitshar, an Israelite; Izhar.
   
6. Strong's Number: H2275
   There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֶבְרוֹן
   Transliteration: Chebrôwn
   Pronunciation: kheb-rone'
   Description: from חֶבֶר; seat of association; Chebron, a place in Palestine, also the name of two Israelites; Hebron.
   
7. Strong's Number: H5816
   There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עֻזִּיאֵל
   Transliteration: ʻUzzîyʼêl
   Pronunciation: ooz-zee-ale'
   Description: from עֹז and אֵל; strength of God; Uzziel, the name of six Israelites; Uzziel.