Exodus 6:24

And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these [are] the families of the Korhites.

And the sons {H1121} of Korah {H7141}; Assir {H617}, and Elkanah {H511}, and Abiasaph {H23}: these are the families {H4940} of the Korhites {H7145}.

The sons of Korach were Asir, Elkanah and Avi'asaf. These were the Korchi families.

The sons of Korah were Assir, Elkanah, and Abiasaph. These were the clans of the Korahites.

And the sons of Korah: Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph; these are the families of the Korahites.

Commentary

Exodus 6:24 KJV is a concise verse found within the detailed genealogies of the book of Exodus. It specifically names the sons of Korah, a significant figure in the Levite lineage, further detailing the families that descended from Levi.

Context

This verse is part of a genealogical record in Exodus chapter 6, which traces the descendants of Jacob's sons, particularly focusing on Levi. The primary purpose of these lists is to establish the lineage of Moses and Aaron, highlighting their tribal identity and divine appointment as leaders for Israel. After detailing the sons of Reuben and Simeon, the text moves to Levi, providing a foundational understanding of the priestly tribe. The mention of Korah's sons here lays the groundwork for later significant events in Israel's history.

Key Themes

  • Genealogy and Lineage: The verse underscores the vital importance of family lineage in ancient Israelite society, particularly for determining tribal identity, inheritance, and roles within the community. For the Levites, this lineage was crucial for their service in the tabernacle.
  • Divine Order and Purpose: These genealogical records demonstrate God's meticulous and orderly plan for His people. Every family and individual had a place within His grand design, and the detailed listing of descendants highlights the divine orchestration of Israel's structure.
  • Foreshadowing and Redemption: While not immediately apparent, the naming of Korah's sons subtly foreshadows the dramatic rebellion of Korah against Moses and Aaron, as recorded in Numbers 16. Importantly, this verse in Exodus lists sons who, according to Numbers 26:11, did not perish with their father, hinting at God's mercy and a future role for their descendants in temple worship (e.g., the "sons of Korah" who wrote several Psalms).

Linguistic Insights

The names mentioned in this verse carry specific meanings in Hebrew, though their direct relevance to the immediate context of Exodus 6:24 is primarily genealogical rather than thematic:

  • Korah (ืงึนืจึทื—, Qorach): Often associated with "baldness" or "ice."
  • Assir (ืึทืกึผึดื™ืจ, Assir): Means "prisoner" or "bound."
  • Elkanah (ืึถืœึฐืงึธื ึธื”, Elqanah): Means "God has created" or "God has possessed." This name appears elsewhere in Scripture, notably as the father of the prophet Samuel.
  • Abiasaph (ืึฒื‘ึดื™ืึธืกึธืฃ, Aviasaf): Means "my father has gathered" or "father of gathering."

Practical Application

Even a seemingly dry genealogical verse like Exodus 6:24 offers valuable insights:

  • God's Attention to Detail: It reminds us that God is meticulous and purposeful in His plans, down to the individual family lines. Nothing in His creation or His word is arbitrary.
  • Legacy and Responsibility: The verse speaks to the importance of legacy, both positive and negative. While Korah rebelled, his sons survived, and their descendants later became renowned temple musicians, illustrating that God can bring redemption and purpose even from troubled family lines. This demonstrates the principle that children are not necessarily punished for the sins of their parents.
  • The Unfolding of God's Plan: Understanding these foundational genealogies helps us appreciate how God's promises and plans unfolded across generations, leading ultimately to the Messiah.
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Cross-References

  • 1 Chronicles 6:22

    The sons of Kohath; Amminadab his son, Korah his son, Assir his son,

  • 1 Chronicles 6:23

    Elkanah his son, and Ebiasaph his son, and Assir his son,

  • Numbers 16:32

    And the earth opened her mouth, and swallowed them up, and their houses, and all the men that [appertained] unto Korah, and all [their] goods.

  • Exodus 6:21

    And the sons of Izhar; Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.

  • 1 Chronicles 6:33

    And these [are] they that waited with their children. Of the sons of the Kohathites: Heman a singer, the son of Joel, the son of Shemuel,

  • 1 Chronicles 6:37

    The son of Tahath, the son of Assir, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah,

  • 1 Chronicles 6:38

    The son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, the son of Israel.
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