1 Chronicles 23:12
1 Chronicles 23:12 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all.
¶ The sons of Kohath; Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four.
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four.
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four.
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—a total of four.
The sonnes of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron aud Vzziel, foure.
Sons of Kohath [are] Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four.
The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four.
The sons of Kohath; Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four.
The sons of Caath were Amram, and Isaar, Hebron, and Oziel, four.
Kohath had four sons: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel.
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בְּנֵ֣י
קְהָ֗ת
עַמְרָ֥ם
יִצְהָ֛ר
חֶבְר֥וֹן
וְ/עֻזִּיאֵ֖ל
אַרְבָּעָֽה
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
קְהָ֗ת
Qᵉhâth
H6955
Kohath
N-proper
עַמְרָ֥ם
ʻAmrâm
H6019
Amram
N-proper
יִצְהָ֛ר
Yitshâr
H3324
Izhar
N-proper
חֶבְר֥וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
Hebron (Valley)
N-proper
וְ/עֻזִּיאֵ֖ל
ʻUzzîyʼêl
H5816
Uzziel
Conj | N-proper
אַרְבָּעָֽה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 23:12
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [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. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
קְהָ֗ת
Qᵉhâth
H6955
"Kohath"
N-proper
Kohath was a man from the tribe of Levi, son of Levi and brother of Gershon and Merari, first mentioned in Genesis 46:11. He was the father of Amram and others. His name means assembly.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.11; son of: Levi (H3878); brother of: Gershon (H1648), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115); father of: Amram (H6019), Izhar (H3324), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816) Also named: qo.ha.ti (קְהָתִי "Kohathite" H6956) § Kohath = "assembly" the 2nd of the 3 sons of Levi and progenitor of a family in the tribe of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: Kohath. See also: Genesis 46:11; Joshua 21:5; 1 Chronicles 23:12.
עַמְרָ֥ם
ʻAmrâm
H6019
"Amram"
N-proper
Amram was the father of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam, and his name means exalted people. He was a descendant of Kohath and Levi, living during the time of Exile and Return.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.34 § Amram = "exalted people" 1) a descendant of Kohath and Levi and father of Moses 2) one of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Amram. See also: Exodus 6:18; 1 Chronicles 5:29; Ezra 10:34.
יִצְהָ֛ר
Yitshâr
H3324
"Izhar"
N-proper
Izhar, a man from the tribe of Levi, was the son of Kohath and uncle of Moses and Aaron. He lived during the time of the Exodus and was the father of Korah. Izhar's name means shining oil, reflecting his heritage.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A) § Izhar = "shining oil" son of Kohath, grandson of Levi, uncle of Moses and Aaron, and father of Korah; progenitor of the Izharites
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Izhar. See also: Exodus 6:18; 1 Chronicles 5:28; 1 Chronicles 23:18.
חֶבְר֥וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
"Hebron (Valley)"
N-proper
Hebron is a place in Palestine and also the name of two Israelites, one a descendant of Levi and the other of Caleb. It is first mentioned in the book of Genesis and is also referenced in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Hebron = "association" Combined with e.meq (עֵ֫מֶק " Valley" H6010K)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: Hebron. See also: Genesis 13:18; 2 Samuel 3:19; 2 Chronicles 11:10.
וְ/עֻזִּיאֵ֖ל
ʻUzzîyʼêl
H5816
"Uzziel"
Conj | N-proper
Uzziel means my strength is God, the name of six Israelites, including a son of Kohath and grandson of Levi, and a musician in King David's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.8; son of: Harhaiah (H2736) § Uzziel = "my strength is God" 1) the 4th son of Kohath and grandson of Levi, uncle of Moses and Aaron 2) a Simeonite captain, son of Ishi, in the days of king Hezekiah of Judah 3) descendant of Bela, head of a family in the tribe of Benjamin 4) a musician of the sons of Heman in the time of David 5) a Levite of the sons of Jeduthun in the days of king Hezekiah of Judah 6) son of Harhaiah, probably a priest and a goldsmith, who took part in repairing the wall under Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: Uzziel. See also: Exodus 6:18; 1 Chronicles 7:7; Nehemiah 3:8.
אַרְבָּעָֽה
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 23:12
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Context — The Kohathites
10And the sons of Shimei: Jahath, Zina, Jeush, and Beriah. These were the sons of Shimei—four in all.
11Jahath was the first and Zizah was the second; but Jeush and Beriah did not have many sons, so they were counted as one family and received a single assignment.
12The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all.
13The 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. 14As for Moses the man of God, his sons were named among the tribe of Levi.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus 6:18 | The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. |
| 2 | Numbers 3:27 | From Kohath came the clans of the Amramites, the Izharites, the Hebronites, and the Uzzielites; these were the clans of the Kohathites. |
| 3 | Numbers 26:58 | These were the families of the Levites: The Libnite clan, the Hebronite clan, the Mahlite clan, the Mushite clan, and the Korahite clan. Now Kohath was the father of Amram, |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 6:2 | The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. |
1 Chronicles 23:12 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 23:12, lists the four sons of Kohath, who was a descendant of Levi and part of the priestly tribe. The sons' names are Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, and they are important in the biblical record because they were part of the family line that would eventually produce the high priest Aaron and the great leader Moses, as seen in Exodus 4:14 and Numbers 12:7. This verse helps us understand the family connections and heritage of the Israelites, and reminds us that our own family histories and lineages are important too (as seen in Psalm 100:3 and Acts 7:8). By studying this verse, we can learn about the value of family and the way that God works through generations to accomplish His plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the sons of Kohath and why are they listed in 1 Chronicles 23:12?
The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, and they are listed in 1 Chronicles 23:12 as part of the genealogical record of the tribe of Levi, highlighting their importance in the priestly lineage, as seen in Exodus 6:18 and Numbers 3:19.
What is the significance of the number of sons listed for Kohath in 1 Chronicles 23:12?
The fact that Kohath had four sons, as listed in 1 Chronicles 23:12, may indicate a complete or perfect number in biblical numerology, symbolizing the fullness or completeness of God's plan, as seen in the four corners of the altar in Exodus 27:1-2.
How does the listing of Kohath's sons in 1 Chronicles 23:12 relate to the larger narrative of the Bible?
The listing of Kohath's sons in 1 Chronicles 23:12 serves as a connection to the larger story of the Israelites and the priestly lineage, ultimately pointing to the coming Messiah, as prophesied in Isaiah 40:9-11 and fulfilled in Luke 1:31-33.
What can we learn from the brief mention of Kohath's sons in 1 Chronicles 23:12?
The brief mention of Kohath's sons in 1 Chronicles 23:12 teaches us about the importance of family and lineage in biblical times, as well as the value of recorded history and genealogy, as emphasized in Psalm 78:5-7 and 1 Timothy 1:4.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of Kohath's sons in 1 Chronicles 23:12 reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- How can we apply the principle of recorded history and genealogy from 1 Chronicles 23:12 to our own lives and families?
- What role do you think the sons of Kohath played in the spiritual lives of the Israelites, and what can we learn from their example?
- In what ways can we honor and respect our own family lineage and heritage, just as the biblical authors did in 1 Chronicles 23:12?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 23:12
The sons of Kohath,.... The second son of Levi: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four; see Exodus 6:18.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 23:12
The sons of Kohath; Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel, four. The sons of Kohath. He was the founder of nine Levitical fathers' houses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 23:12
(12) The sons of Kohath.—1 Chronicles 23:12-20 give the names of nine Kohathite houses, “Amram, Izhar,” &c. (Comp. 1 Chronicles 6:2; 1 Chronicles 6:18.)
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 23:12
12. The sons of Kohath] Cp. 1 Chronicles 6:2; 1 Chronicles 6:18; Exodus 6:18. 13 separated] i.e. set apart, sometimes with the additional meaning of making a distinction between sacred and common. Cp. Romans 1:1, where St Paul describes himself as separated unto the gospel of God; Acts 13:2; Galatians 1:15. the most holy things] Such for instance as the altar of incense (Exodus 30:1-10), or again the shewbread (Leviticus 24:5-9). to bless] Cp. Numbers 6:23-27.