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Numbers 3:30 and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/numbers/3.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter"> (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/numbers/3.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The leader of the families of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/numbers/3.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The leader of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/numbers/3.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />with Elizaphan the son of Uzziel as chief of the fathers’ house of the clans of the Kohathites.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/numbers/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/numbers/3.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites <i>shall be</i> Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/3.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And the leader of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites <i>was</i> Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families: Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/3.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and the leader of the fathers’ households of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />and the leader of the families of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />and the leader of the family of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/3.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/3.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The leader of the Kohathite families and households was Elizaphan, son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/numbers/3.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />with Elizaphan son of Uzziel as chief of the clan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/3.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The leader of the tribe and family of Kohath was Uzziel's son Elizaphan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/3.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Now the leader of the clan of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/3.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The prince of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And the prince of a father’s house for the families of the Kohathite [is] Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And the prince of a father's house for the families of the Kohathite is Elizaphan son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the chief of the house of the father to the families of the Kohathites, Elizaphan, son of Uzziel.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And their prince shall be Elisaphan the son of Oziel: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And their leader shall be Elisaphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/3.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />And the leader of their ancestral house of the clan of the Kohathites was Elizaphan, son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />with Elizaphan son of Uzziel as head of the ancestral house of the clans of the Kohathites.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the chief of the house of the fathers of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizphan the son of Uzziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the Ruler of the house of the fathers of the family of Qahath: Elitsaphan son of Uziel.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />the prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites being Elizaphan the son of Uzziel,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the chief of the house of the families of the divisions of Caath, <i>was</i> Elisaphan the son of Oziel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/3-30.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yauBFvKLNNo?start=862" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/numbers/3.htm">The Kohathites</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>The clans of the Kohathites were to camp on the south side of the tabernacle, <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5387.htm" title="5387: ū·nə·śî (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- Or nasi'; from nasa'; properly, an exalted one, i.e. A king or sheik; also a rising mist.">and the leader</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: ḇêṯ- (N-msc) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house.">of the families</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’āḇ (N-ms) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application)."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6956.htm" title="6956: haq·qə·hā·ṯî (Art:: N-proper-ms) -- Desc. of Kohath. Patronymically from Qhath; a Kohathite or descendants of Kehath.">of the Kohathites</a> <a href="/hebrew/4940.htm" title="4940: lə·miš·pə·ḥōṯ (Prep-l:: N-fpc) -- From shaphah; a family, i.e. Circle of relatives; figuratively, a class, a species or sort; by extens. A tribe or people."></a> <a href="/hebrew/469.htm" title="469: ʾɛ·lī·ṣå̄·p̄å̄n (N-proper-ms) -- God has protected, two Isr. Or Eltsaphan; from 'el and tsaphan; God of treasure; Elitsaphan or Eltsaphan, an Israelite.">was Elizaphan</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/5816.htm" title="5816: ‘uz·zî·’êl (N-proper-ms) -- My strength is God, the name of several Isr. From oz and 'el; strength of God; Uzziel, the name of six Israelites.">of Uzziel.</a> </span><span class="reftext">31</span>Their duties were the ark, the table, the lampstand, the altars, the articles of the sanctuary used with them, and the curtain—all the service for these items.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/6-18.htm">Exodus 6:18</a></span><br />The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/1-53.htm">Numbers 1:53</a></span><br />But the Levites are to camp around the tabernacle of the Testimony and watch over it, so that no wrath will fall on the congregation of Israel. So the Levites are responsible for the tabernacle of the Testimony.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/4-28.htm">Numbers 4:28</a></span><br />This is the service of the Gershonite clans at the Tent of Meeting, and their duties shall be under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/4-33.htm">Numbers 4:33</a></span><br />This is the service of the Merarite clans according to all their work at the Tent of Meeting, under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/7-8.htm">Numbers 7:8</a></span><br />and he gave the Merarites four carts and eight oxen, as their service required, all under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/10-17.htm">Numbers 10:17</a></span><br />Then the tabernacle was taken down, and the Gershonites and the Merarites set out, transporting it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/18-2.htm">Numbers 18:2-3</a></span><br />But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-38.htm">1 Chronicles 6:38</a></span><br />the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, the son of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-12.htm">1 Chronicles 23:12-13</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-32.htm">1 Chronicles 23:32</a></span><br />So the Levites were to carry out the responsibilities for the Tent of Meeting and the Holy Place, and, under their brothers the descendants of Aaron, the service of the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/24-20.htm">1 Chronicles 24:20</a></span><br />Now these were the rest of the descendants of Levi: From the sons of Amram: Shubael; from the sons of Shubael: Jehdeiah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/26-23.htm">1 Chronicles 26:23</a></span><br />From the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-11.htm">2 Chronicles 29:11</a></span><br />Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-8.htm">Nehemiah 12:8-9</a></span><br />The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving. / Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-5.htm">Hebrews 7:5</a></span><br />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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/numbers/3-24.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/numbers/3-29.htm">Clans</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/29-13.htm">Elizaphan</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/29-13.htm">Eli-Za'phan</a> <a href="/numbers/3-27.htm">Families</a> <a href="/numbers/3-24.htm">Fathers</a> <a href="/numbers/3-24.htm">Father's</a> <a href="/numbers/3-24.htm">Head</a> <a href="/numbers/3-29.htm">House</a> <a href="/numbers/3-24.htm">Households</a> <a href="/numbers/3-29.htm">Kohathite</a> <a href="/numbers/3-29.htm">Kohathites</a> <a href="/numbers/3-27.htm">Ko'hathites</a> <a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/numbers/3-24.htm">Prince</a> <a href="/numbers/3-19.htm">Uzziel</a> <a href="/numbers/3-19.htm">Uz'ziel</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/3-32.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/numbers/3-33.htm">Clans</a> <a href="/numbers/34-25.htm">Elizaphan</a> <a href="/numbers/34-25.htm">Eli-Za'phan</a> <a href="/numbers/3-33.htm">Families</a> <a href="/numbers/3-35.htm">Fathers</a> <a href="/numbers/3-35.htm">Father's</a> <a href="/numbers/3-35.htm">Head</a> <a href="/numbers/3-35.htm">House</a> <a href="/numbers/3-35.htm">Households</a> <a href="/numbers/4-2.htm">Kohathite</a> <a href="/numbers/4-4.htm">Kohathites</a> <a href="/numbers/4-18.htm">Ko'hathites</a> <a href="/numbers/3-32.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/numbers/3-32.htm">Prince</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-42.htm">Uzziel</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/4-42.htm">Uz'ziel</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 3</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-1.htm">The sons of Aaron</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-5.htm">The Levites are given to the priests instead of the firstborn</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-14.htm">Are numbered by their families</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-21.htm">The families, number, and charge of the Gershonites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-27.htm">Of the Kohathites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-33.htm">Of the Merarites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">38. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-38.htm">The place and charge of Moses and Aaron</a></span><br><span class="reftext">40. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-40.htm">The firstborn are freed by the Levites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">44. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/3-44.htm">The balances are refunded</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> 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data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/numbers/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>and the leader of the families of the Kohathites</b><br>The Kohathites were one of the four main divisions of the Levites, the others being the Gershonites, Merarites, and the priests descended from Aaron. The Kohathites had the special duty of caring for the most sacred objects of the tabernacle, including the Ark of the Covenant, the table of showbread, the lampstand, and the altars. This role highlights the importance of their leadership, as they were entrusted with the most holy items. The Kohathites' responsibilities are detailed in <a href="/numbers/4.htm">Numbers 4</a>, emphasizing their significant role in the religious life of Israel. Their tasks required a high level of reverence and precision, reflecting the holiness of God and the sacredness of worship.<p><b>was Elizaphan</b><br>Elizaphan, also spelled Elzaphan in some translations, was chosen as the leader of the Kohathite families. His name means "God has protected" or "God is my treasure," which may reflect his role in safeguarding the holy items of the tabernacle. Leadership among the Levites was crucial, as it ensured the proper handling and transportation of the tabernacle's sacred objects. Elizaphan's leadership would have required him to be a man of integrity and deep respect for the divine commandments.<p><b>son of Uzziel</b><br>Uzziel was a descendant of Levi, making Elizaphan a member of the Levitical tribe. Uzziel was the uncle of Aaron and Moses, as he was the brother of Amram, their father. This familial connection places Elizaphan in close relation to the central figures of Israel's leadership during the Exodus. The mention of his lineage underscores the importance of family heritage and the continuation of responsibilities through generations. It also highlights the interconnectedness of the Levitical families and their shared duty in serving the Lord.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/elizaphan.htm">Elizaphan</a></b><br>He was appointed as the leader of the Kohathite clans. His role was significant in the organization and leadership of the Levites, specifically the Kohathites, who were responsible for the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/k/kohathites.htm">Kohathites</a></b><br>A division of the Levites, the Kohathites were tasked with carrying the most sacred items of the tabernacle, such as the Ark of the Covenant, the table, the lampstand, and the altars. Their duties required them to be in close proximity to the holy objects, highlighting the importance of their role.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/u/uzziel.htm">Uzziel</a></b><br>The father of Elizaphan, Uzziel was a descendant of Kohath, making Elizaphan a member of the Kohathite clan. This lineage was crucial for the roles assigned to them in the service of the tabernacle.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/l/levites.htm">Levites</a></b><br>The tribe set apart for the service of the tabernacle and later the temple. They were not given a portion of land like the other tribes but were instead dedicated to the service of God and the community.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/tabernacle.htm">Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable dwelling place for the divine presence during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. It was central to the worship and religious life of the Israelites.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/l/leadership_in_service.htm">Leadership in Service</a></b><br>Elizaphan's role as a leader among the Kohathites underscores the importance of leadership in service to God. Leadership is not about personal glory but about fulfilling God's purposes and serving others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/heritage_and_responsibility.htm">Heritage and Responsibility</a></b><br>The Kohathites' responsibilities were tied to their heritage. Our spiritual heritage in Christ calls us to specific responsibilities and service in the body of Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/holiness_and_reverence.htm">Holiness and Reverence</a></b><br>The Kohathites' duties required them to handle the most sacred objects with reverence. This teaches us the importance of approaching God and His work with holiness and respect.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_assigned_roles.htm">Faithfulness in Assigned Roles</a></b><br>Each Levite clan had specific roles. Faithfulness in our God-given roles, no matter how small or large, is crucial for the functioning of the body of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 3</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_it_plausible_only_men_30-50_served.htm">Numbers 4:3 - How historically plausible is the requirement that only men aged 30 to 50 perform such physically demanding tasks for the Tabernacle?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_can_husbands_nullify_vows,_not_wives.htm">In Numbers 30:6-8, why can a husband nullify his wife's vow while no reciprocal right is given, and does this contradict Galatians 3:28's teaching on equality?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_levites_start_at_25_or_30.htm">Why does Numbers 8:24-25 state Levites begin serving at age 25, while Numbers 4:3 says they start at age 30?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_feasible_were_30,000_sacrifices.htm">How could 2 Chronicles 35:7's massive number of sacrificed animals (30,000 lambs and goats) be logistically and historically feasible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/numbers/3.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 30.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Elizaphan the son of Uzziel</span> - of the youngest branch. This may have aroused the jealousy of Korah, who represented an elder branch. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/3-30.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">and the leader</span><br /><span class="heb">וּנְשִׂ֥יא</span> <span class="translit">(ū·nə·śî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5387.htm">Strong's 5387: </a> </span><span class="str2">An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the families</span><br /><span class="heb">בֵֽית־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇêṯ-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1004.htm">Strong's 1004: </a> </span><span class="str2">A house</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the Kohathites</span><br /><span class="heb">הַקְּהָתִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(haq·qə·hā·ṯî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6956.htm">Strong's 6956: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kohathites -- descendant of Kohath</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was Elizaphan</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶלִיצָפָ֖ן‪‬</span> <span class="translit">(’e·lî·ṣā·p̄ān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_469.htm">Strong's 469: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elizaphan -- 'God has protected', two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Uzziel.</span><br /><span class="heb">עֻזִּיאֵֽל׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘uz·zî·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5816.htm">Strong's 5816: </a> </span><span class="str2">Uzziel -- 'my strength is God', the name of several Israelites</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/3-30.htm">Numbers 3:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/3-30.htm">OT Law: Numbers 3:30 The prince of the fathers' house (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/3-29.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 3:29"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 3:29" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/3-31.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 3:31"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 3:31" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>