Numbers 3:30
Numbers 3:30 in Multiple Translations
and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
And the prince of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
Their chief is Elizaphan, the son of Uzziel.
The leader of the Kohath families was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
The captaine and auncient of the house, and families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the sonne of Vzziel:
And the prince of a father's house for the families of the Kohathite [is] Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
The prince of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
And their prince shall be Elisaphan the son of Oziel:
The leader of those four clans was Elizaphan, the son of Uzziel.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 3:30
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Numbers 3:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/נְשִׂ֥יא
בֵֽית
אָ֖ב
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹ֣ת
הַ/קְּהָתִ֑י
אֶלִיצָפָ֖ן
בֶּן
עֻזִּיאֵֽל
וּ/נְשִׂ֥יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
Conj | N-ms
בֵֽית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
אָ֖ב
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹ֣ת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
Prep | N-fp
הַ/קְּהָתִ֑י
Qŏhâthîy
H6956
Kohathite
Art | Ngmsa
אֶלִיצָפָ֖ן
ʼĔlîytsâphân
H469
Elizaphan
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עֻזִּיאֵֽל
ʻUzzîyʼêl
H5816
Uzziel
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 3:30
וּ/נְשִׂ֥יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
בֵֽית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אָ֖ב
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹ֣ת
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
Prep | N-fp
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הַ/קְּהָתִ֑י
Qŏhâthîy
H6956
"Kohathite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Kohathite was a descendant of Kohath, a man from the tribe of Levi. The Kohathites were a family group in the tribe of Levi, named after Kohath, meaning assembly.
Definition: Someone descended from Kohath who was 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) Group of qe.hat (קְהָת "Kohath" H6955) § Kohathites, of Kohath "assembly" the descendants of Kohath, the 2nd son of Levi
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Kohathites. See also: Numbers 3:27; Joshua 21:4; 2 Chronicles 34:12.
אֶלִיצָפָ֖ן
ʼĔlîytsâphân
H469
"Elizaphan"
N-proper
Elizaphan was an Israelite who lived during the time of Moses and the wilderness journey. He was a leader and is mentioned in the book of Numbers. His name means 'my God has protected'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.34.25; son of: Parnach (H6535) § Elizaphan or Elzaphan = "my God has protected" 1) a Kohathite chief in the wilderness 2) a Zebulunite chief 3) Uzziel's son, Mishael's brother in time of Moses
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Elizaphan, Elzaphan. See also: Exodus 6:22; Numbers 34:25; 2 Chronicles 29:13.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
עֻזִּיאֵֽל
ʻUzzîyʼêl
H5816
"Uzziel"
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.
Study Notes — Numbers 3:30
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Context — The Kohathites
28The number of all the males a month old or more was 8,600. They were responsible for the duties of the sanctuary.
29The clans of the Kohathites were to camp on the south side of the tabernacle,
30and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
31Their 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. 32The chief of the leaders of the Levites was Eleazar son of Aaron the priest; he oversaw those responsible for the duties of the sanctuary.Numbers 3:30 Summary
Numbers 3:30 tells us that Elizaphan son of Uzziel was the leader of the Kohathite families, who were responsible for certain duties in the tabernacle, as described in Numbers 3:31. This verse shows us the importance of organization and leadership in the service of God, similar to what we see in Exodus 18:13-27. Just like Elizaphan, we can serve God by being faithful and obedient to His commands, as seen in John 14:15 and 1 John 2:3-6, and by seeking His guidance and wisdom in our decisions, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 1:5-8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Elizaphan son of Uzziel and why is he mentioned in Numbers 3:30?
Elizaphan son of Uzziel was a leader of the Kohathite families, and his mention in Numbers 3:30 highlights his importance in the organization of the Levites, as seen in the context of Numbers 3:29-31, where the Kohathites' responsibilities are also described, similar to the duties outlined in Exodus 6:18 and Numbers 4:4-5.
What can we learn from the leadership structure of the Kohathites in Numbers 3:30?
The leadership structure of the Kohathites in Numbers 3:30, with Elizaphan son of Uzziel as the leader, demonstrates the importance of organization and delegation in the service of God, as also seen in Exodus 18:13-27 and Numbers 1:5-15.
How does the mention of Elizaphan son of Uzziel in Numbers 3:30 relate to the broader theme of the book of Numbers?
The mention of Elizaphan son of Uzziel in Numbers 3:30 is part of the book of Numbers' focus on the organization and preparation of the Israelites for their journey to the Promised Land, as outlined in Numbers 1:1-4 and Numbers 33:1-49, which also highlights the importance of leadership and obedience to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:3 and Deuteronomy 31:7-8.
What can we infer about Elizaphan's character based on his appointment as leader of the Kohathites in Numbers 3:30?
Elizaphan's appointment as leader of the Kohathites in Numbers 3:30 suggests that he was a trustworthy and capable individual, as God often chooses leaders based on their faithfulness and character, as seen in Exodus 18:21 and 1 Timothy 3:1-13, which provide guidance on the qualities of a good leader.
Reflection Questions
- What does the leadership structure of the Kohathites in Numbers 3:30 teach me about the importance of organization and delegation in my own life and ministry?
- How can I apply the principles of leadership and obedience seen in Numbers 3:30 to my own walk with God, as outlined in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 12:1-2?
- What can I learn from Elizaphan's example about the qualities and characteristics that God looks for in a leader, as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and Titus 1:5-9?
- How does the mention of Elizaphan son of Uzziel in Numbers 3:30 encourage me to seek God's guidance and wisdom in my own life and decisions, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 1:5-8?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 3:30
And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites [shall be] Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 3:30
In the number of all the males, from a month old and upward, were eight thousand and six hundred, keeping the charge of the sanctuary. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 3:30
21–39. The Levitical families and their duties. Notice that narrative in Numbers 3:21 f., 27 f., 33 f., 39 alternates with commands in Numbers 3:23-26; Numbers 3:29-32; Numbers 3:35-38. It is one of the many indications that the priestly portions of the book were the composite work of more than one writer.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 3:30
30. Elizaphan was of the youngest family of the Kohathites. Three other families outranked his in seniority.