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Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/3.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />These, then, are the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/3.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />These then are the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon and Kohath and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />These then are the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon and Kohath and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />These then are the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon and Kohath and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />These are the [three] sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These were Levi’s sons by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />These were Levi&#8217s sons by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/3.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/numbers/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Levi's three sons, Gershon, Kohath, and Merari, had become the heads of their own clans. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/3.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Levi by their names; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Gershon, Kohath, and Merari were the sons of Levi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/3.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />These are Levi's descendants by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/3.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Levi, by their names; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/3.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And these are the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And these are sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And these shall be the sons of Levi, by their names: Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And there were found sons of Levi by their names, Gerson and Caath and Merari. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />and there were found the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon and Kohath and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/3.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by name: Gershon, Kohath and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The following were the sons of Levi, by their names: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />These were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon and Kohath and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershun and Qahath and Merari.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Levi by their names: Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And these were the sons of Levi by their names; Gedson, Caath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/3-17.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=772" 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 Registration of the Levites</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>So Moses numbered them according to the word of the LORD, as he had been commanded. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/428.htm" title="428: ’êl·leh (Pro-cp) -- These. Prolonged from 'el; these or those.">These</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: way·yih·yū- (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">were</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/3878.htm" title="3878: lê·wî (N-proper-ms) -- A son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him. From lavah; attached; Levi, a son of Jacob.">of Levi</a> <a href="/hebrew/8034.htm" title="8034: biš·mō·ṯām (Prep-b:: N-mpc:: 3mp) -- A primitive word; an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character.">by name:</a> <a href="/hebrew/1648.htm" title="1648: gê·rə·šō·wn (N-proper-ms) -- A son of Levi. Or Gershowm; from garash; a refugee; Gereshon or Gereshom, an Israelite.">Gershon,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6955.htm" title="6955: ū·qə·hāṯ (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- A son of Levi. From an unused root meaning to ally oneself; allied; Kehath, an Israelite.">Kohath,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4847.htm" title="4847: ū·mə·rā·rî (Conj-w:: N-proper-ms) -- A son of Levi. From marar; bitter; Merari, an Israelite.">and Merari.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>These were the names of the sons of Gershon by their clans: Libni and Shimei.…<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/6-16.htm">Exodus 6:16-19</a></span><br />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. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/46-11.htm">Genesis 46:11</a></span><br />The sons of Levi: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-1.htm">1 Chronicles 6:1-3</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-6.htm">1 Chronicles 23:6</a></span><br />Then David divided the Levites into divisions according to the sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.<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/6-16.htm">1 Chronicles 6:16-19</a></span><br />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. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-24.htm">1 Chronicles 23:24</a></span><br />These were the descendants of Levi by their families—the heads of families, registered individually by name—those twenty years of age or older who worked in 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 24:20-31</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. / As for Rehabiah, from his sons: The first was Isshiah. / From the Izharites: Shelomoth; from the sons of Shelomoth: Jahath. ...<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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-11.htm">Hebrews 7:11</a></span><br />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?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-14.htm">Hebrews 7:14</a></span><br />For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-28.htm">Hebrews 7:28</a></span><br />For the law appoints as high priests men who are weak; but the oath, which came after the law, appointed the Son, who has been made perfect forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-6.htm">Hebrews 9:6-10</a></span><br />When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties. / But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance. / By this arrangement the Holy Spirit was showing that the way into the Most Holy Place had not yet been disclosed as long as the first tabernacle was still standing. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-21.htm">Hebrews 9:21-22</a></span><br />In the same way, he sprinkled with blood the tabernacle and all the vessels used in worship. / According to the law, in fact, nearly everything must be purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-11.htm">Hebrews 10:11</a></span><br />Day after day every priest stands to minister and to offer again and again the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And these were the sons of Levi by their names; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/26-57.htm">Numbers 26:57,58</a></b></br> And these <i>are</i> they that were numbered of the Levites after their families: of Gershon, the family of the Gershonites: of Kohath, the family of the Kohathites: of Merari, the family of the Merarites… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/46-11.htm">Genesis 46:11</a></b></br> And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/6-16.htm">Exodus 6:16-19</a></b></br> And these <i>are</i> the names of the sons of Levi according to their generations; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari: and the years of the life of Levi <i>were</i> an hundred thirty and seven years… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/6-17.htm">Gershon</a> <a href="/exodus/6-18.htm">Kohath</a> <a href="/numbers/3-15.htm">Levi</a> <a href="/exodus/6-19.htm">Merari</a> <a href="/exodus/6-19.htm">Merar'i</a> <a href="/numbers/1-42.htm">Names</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/3-18.htm">Gershon</a> <a href="/numbers/3-19.htm">Kohath</a> <a href="/numbers/4-2.htm">Levi</a> <a href="/numbers/3-20.htm">Merari</a> <a href="/numbers/3-20.htm">Merar'i</a> <a href="/numbers/3-40.htm">Names</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"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah, is the patriarch of this tribe. The Levites were not given a specific territory like the other tribes but were distributed among the other tribes to perform their priestly functions. This phrase introduces the three main family divisions within the tribe of Levi, each with distinct roles in the service of the Tabernacle.<p><b>Gershon,</b><br>Gershon is the firstborn son of Levi. The Gershonites were responsible for the care of the Tabernacle's curtains, coverings, and hangings. This role highlights the importance of maintaining the sacred space where God dwelled among His people. The name Gershon is thought to mean "exile" or "sojourner," reflecting the transient nature of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. The Gershonites' duties are detailed in <a href="/numbers/4-24.htm">Numbers 4:24-28</a>.<p><b>Kohath,</b><br>Kohath is the second son of Levi. The Kohathites had the most prestigious and dangerous duties, as they were responsible for the care of the most sacred objects of the Tabernacle, including the Ark of the Covenant, the table, the lampstand, and the altars. These items were to be carried on their shoulders, emphasizing the reverence and care required in handling holy objects. The Kohathites' responsibilities are outlined in <a href="/numbers/4.htm">Numbers 4:1-20</a>. The lineage of Kohath is significant as it includes Moses and Aaron, through whom the priestly line is established.<p><b>and Merari.</b><br>Merari is the third son of Levi. 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 underscores the importance of the physical structure that housed the presence of God. The name Merari is associated with bitterness or hardship, possibly reflecting the burdensome nature of their duties. The responsibilities of the Merarites are described in <a href="/numbers/4-29.htm">Numbers 4:29-33</a>. The division of labor among the Levite families illustrates the organized and communal approach to worship and service in Israel.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/l/levi.htm">Levi</a></b><br>Levi was the third son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe of Levi was set apart for religious duties and service to the tabernacle.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/g/gershon.htm">Gershon</a></b><br>The first son of Levi. The Gershonites were responsible for the care of the tabernacle's curtains and coverings.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/k/kohath.htm">Kohath</a></b><br>The second son of Levi. The Kohathites were tasked with the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects, including the Ark of the Covenant.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/m/merari.htm">Merari</a></b><br>The third son of Levi. The Merarites were responsible for the framework of the tabernacle, including the pillars and bases.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable dwelling place for the divine presence during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_heritage_and_calling.htm">The Importance of Heritage and Calling</a></b><br>The Levites were chosen for a specific purpose, highlighting the importance of understanding and embracing one's spiritual heritage and calling.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/diversity_of_roles_in_god's_service.htm">Diversity of Roles in God's Service</a></b><br>Just as the sons of Levi had different responsibilities, God assigns diverse roles within the body of Christ. Each role is vital for the functioning of the church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_assigned_duties.htm">Faithfulness in Assigned Duties</a></b><br>The Levites' dedication to their tasks serves as a model for faithfulness in whatever God has entrusted to us, whether in ministry, work, or family.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_significance_of_spiritual_leadership.htm">The Significance of Spiritual Leadership</a></b><br>The Levites' role in leading worship and maintaining the tabernacle underscores the importance of spiritual leadership and its impact on community worship.<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/do_levite_genealogies_match_history.htm">Numbers 3 – Do the Levite genealogies align with any known historical or archaeological evidence outside the Bible? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_the_kohathites,_gershonites,_merarites.htm">Who were the Kohathites, Gershonites, and Merarites?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_it_feasible_to_count_all_males_1+_month.htm">Numbers 3:15 – Is it realistic to gather and count every male from one month old and upward in a nomadic environment? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_1_chr_6_16-30_and_ex_6_16-19_differ.htm">Why does 1 Chronicles 6:16–30 list names that differ from other biblical genealogies (compare Exodus 6:16–19), and how can these discrepancies be reconciled?</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 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">These were the sons of Levi.</span> These genealogical notices are inserted here in order to give completeness to the account of the Levites in the day of their dedication. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/3-17.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">These</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵ֥לֶּה</span> <span class="translit">(’êl·leh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_428.htm">Strong's 428: </a> </span><span class="str2">These, those</span><br /><br /><span class="word">were</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּֽהְיוּ־</span> <span class="translit">(way·yih·yū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנֵֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural 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 Levi</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵוִ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(lê·wî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3881.htm">Strong's 3881: </a> </span><span class="str2">Levites -- descendant of Levi</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by name:</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּשְׁמֹתָ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(biš·mō·ṯām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8034.htm">Strong's 8034: </a> </span><span class="str2">A name</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Gershon,</span><br /><span class="heb">גֵּרְשׁ֕וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(gê·rə·šō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1648.htm">Strong's 1648: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gershon -- a son of Levi</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Kohath,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּקְהָ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·qə·hāṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6955.htm">Strong's 6955: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kohath -- a son of Levi</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and Merari.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמְרָרִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mə·rā·rî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4847.htm">Strong's 4847: </a> </span><span class="str2">Merari -- a son of Levi</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/3-17.htm">Numbers 3:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/3-17.htm">OT Law: Numbers 3:17 These were the sons of Levi (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/3-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 3:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 3:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/3-18.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 3:18"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 3:18" /></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>