1 Chronicles 23:21
1 Chronicles 23:21 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
¶ The sons of Merari; Mahli, and Mushi. The sons of Mahli; Eleazar, and Kish.
The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi; the sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
The sonnes of Merari were Mahli and Mushi. The sonnes of Mahli, Eleazar and Kish.
Sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi; sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
The sons of Merari; Mahli, and Mushi. The sons of Mahli; Eleazar, and Kish.
The sons of Merari: Moholi, and Musi. The sons of Moholi: Eleazar and Cia.
Merari had two sons: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli were Eleazar and Kish.
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1 Chronicles 23:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֤י
מְרָרִי֙
מַחְלִ֣י
וּ/מוּשִׁ֔י
בְּנֵ֥י
מַחְלִ֖י
אֶלְעָזָ֥ר
וְ/קִֽישׁ
בְּנֵ֤י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
מְרָרִי֙
Mᵉrârîy
H4847
Merari
N-proper
מַחְלִ֣י
Machlîy
H4249
Mahli
N-proper
וּ/מוּשִׁ֔י
Mûwshîy
H4187
Mushi
Conj | N-proper
בְּנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
מַחְלִ֖י
Machlîy
H4249
Mahli
N-proper
אֶלְעָזָ֥ר
ʼElʻâzâr
H499
Eleazar
N-proper
וְ/קִֽישׁ
Qîysh
H7027
Kish
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 23:21
בְּנֵ֤י
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.
מְרָרִי֙
Mᵉrârîy
H4847
"Merari"
N-proper
Merari was a man in the Bible, the third son of Levi and head of a family of Levites. His name means 'bitter' and he's mentioned in Genesis as an ancestor of the tribe of Levi.
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), Kohath (H6955) and Jochebed (H3115); father of: Mahli (H4249), Mushi (H4187) and Jaaziah (H3269) Also named: me.ra.ri (מְרָרִי "Merari" H4848) § Merari = "bitter" the 3rd son of Levi and head of a Levitical family
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: Merari. See also H4848 (מְרָרִי). See also: Genesis 46:11; 1 Chronicles 6:1; Ezra 8:19.
מַחְלִ֣י
Machlîy
H4249
"Mahli"
N-proper
Mahli was an Israelite, son of Mushi and grandson of Levi. His name also means sick, and he is mentioned in the Bible as a member of the tribe of Levi. He was the father of Shemer.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.47; son of: Mushi (H4187); brother of: Eder (H5740A) and Jerimoth (H3406K); father of: Shemer (H8106) § Mahli = "sick" 1) son of Merari and grandson of Levi; progenitor of the family of the Mahlites 2) son of Mushi, grandson of Merari, and great grandson of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Mahli. See also: Exodus 6:19; 1 Chronicles 23:21; Ezra 8:18.
וּ/מוּשִׁ֔י
Mûwshîy
H4187
"Mushi"
Conj | N-proper
Mushi was a Levite living in Egypt and the Wilderness, son of Merari and father of Mahli, Eder, and Jerimoth. He is first mentioned in Exodus 6:19. His name means yielding. Mushi was a descendant of Levi and part of the tribe of Levi.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.19; son of: Merari (H4847); brother of: Mahli (H4249) and Jaaziah (H3269); father of: Mahli (H4249H), Eder (H5740A) and Jerimoth (H3406K) Also named: mu.shi (מוּשִׁי "Mushite" H4188) § Mushi = "yielding" son of Merari, grandson of Kohath, and great grandson of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Mushi. See also: Exodus 6:19; 1 Chronicles 23:21; 1 Chronicles 24:30.
בְּנֵ֥י
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.
מַחְלִ֖י
Machlîy
H4249
"Mahli"
N-proper
Mahli was an Israelite, son of Mushi and grandson of Levi. His name also means sick, and he is mentioned in the Bible as a member of the tribe of Levi. He was the father of Shemer.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.6.47; son of: Mushi (H4187); brother of: Eder (H5740A) and Jerimoth (H3406K); father of: Shemer (H8106) § Mahli = "sick" 1) son of Merari and grandson of Levi; progenitor of the family of the Mahlites 2) son of Mushi, grandson of Merari, and great grandson of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Mahli. See also: Exodus 6:19; 1 Chronicles 23:21; Ezra 8:18.
אֶלְעָזָ֥ר
ʼElʻâzâr
H499
"Eleazar"
N-proper
Eleazar means God has helped, and was the name of several Israelites, including a high priest and one of David's warriors.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.42 § Eleazar = "God has helped" 1) the high priest son of Aaron 2) Abinadab's son who cared for the ark 3) the priest who rebuilt and dedicated the restored walls of Jerusalem in time of Ezra 4) one of David's mighty warriors 5) a Levite 6) one of the line of Parosh
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: Eleazar. See also: Exodus 6:23; Numbers 31:51; Nehemiah 12:42.
וְ/קִֽישׁ
Qîysh
H7027
"Kish"
Conj | N-proper
Kish was the name of several Israelites, including the father of king Saul and an ancestor of Mordecai. The name Kish means bent and is mentioned in Esther 2:5 and other biblical books. Kish was a common name in biblical times.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Est.2.5; father of: Shimei (H8096U) § Kish = "bent" 1) a Benjamite of the family of Matri, father of king Saul 2) an ancestor of Mordecai 3) son of Gibeon and brother of Abdon, Zur, Baal, Ner, Nadab, Gedor, Ahio, Zechariah, and Mikloth; uncle of Kish the father of king Saul 4) a Merarite Levite, son of Mahli and grandson of Merari the progenitor of the family 5) a Merarite Levite, son of Abdi in the time of king Hezekiah of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Kish. See also: 1 Samuel 9:1; 1 Chronicles 9:36; Esther 2:5.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 23:21
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Context — The Merarites
19The sons of Hebron: Jeriah was the first, Amariah the second, Jahaziel the third, and Jekameam the fourth.
20The sons of Uzziel: Micah was the first and Isshiah the second.
21The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish.
22Eleazar died without having any sons; he had only daughters. Their cousins, the sons of Kish, married them. 23The sons of Mushi: Mahli, Eder, and Jeremoth —three in all.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus 6:19 | The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi. These were the clans of the Levites according to their records. |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 6:20 | Of Gershom: Libni his son, Jahath his son, Zimmah his son, |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 24:26–30 | The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The son of Jaaziah: Beno. The descendants of Merari from Jaaziah: Beno, Shoham, Zaccur, and Ibri. From Mahli: Eleazar, who had no sons. From Kish: Jerahmeel the son of Kish. And the sons of Mushi: Mahli, Eder, and Jerimoth. These were the sons of the Levites, according to their families. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 23:6 | Then David divided the Levites into divisions according to the sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 6:30 | Shimea his son, Haggiah his son, and Asaiah his son. |
1 Chronicles 23:21 Summary
This verse, 1 Chronicles 23:21, lists the sons of Merari, who were part of the Levite family. The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi, and Mahli had two sons, Eleazar and Kish. This verse shows us that God cares about families and wants us to know about the people who served Him in the past (Psalm 100:5). By reading about these families, we can learn about God's faithfulness and love for His people, and be encouraged to serve Him with integrity, just like the Levites (Numbers 3:6-10).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were the sons of Merari mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:21?
The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi, as stated in 1 Chronicles 23:21. This verse provides a genealogical record of the descendants of Merari, who was a son of Levi (1 Chronicles 6:1, Numbers 3:20).
What can we learn from the family lines of the Levites in 1 Chronicles 23:21?
The family lines of the Levites, including the sons of Merari, demonstrate God's faithfulness to His covenant people and highlight the importance of family and heritage in the Bible (Psalm 100:5, 1 Chronicles 16:13-17).
How does 1 Chronicles 23:21 relate to the broader context of the Israelites' worship and service?
The genealogical record in 1 Chronicles 23:21 is part of a larger section that describes the organization of the Levites and their roles in Israel's worship and service (1 Chronicles 23:1-32, Numbers 3:6-10, Numbers 8:5-26).
What is the significance of the sons of Mahli, Eleazar and Kish, in 1 Chronicles 23:21?
The sons of Mahli, Eleazar and Kish, are significant because they represent the continuation of the family line and the passing down of responsibilities and roles within the Levitical community (1 Chronicles 23:22, Numbers 3:20).
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's interest in the details of our lives and families?
- How can we apply the principles of family and heritage from 1 Chronicles 23:21 to our own lives and relationships?
- What does the record of the sons of Merari and Mahli teach us about the importance of faithfulness and covenant-keeping?
- In what ways can we, like the Levites, serve God and others with integrity and dedication, as described in the broader context of 1 Chronicles 23?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 23:21
[See comments on 1 Chronicles 23:19].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 23:21
The sons of Merari; Mahli, and Mushi. The sons of Mahli; Eleazar, and Kish. The sons of Merari. They comprised six fathers' houses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 23:21
(21) The sons of Merari; Mahli, and Mushi.—See Exodus 6:19, and Numbers 3:33, and 1 Chronicles 6:19.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 23:21
21. The sons of Merari] Cp. 1 Chronicles 24:26. The sons of Mahli] Cp. 1 Chronicles 24:28-29.