1 Chronicles 6:43
New International Version
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershon, the son of Levi;

New Living Translation
Jahath, Gershon, and Levi.

English Standard Version
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

Berean Standard Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

King James Bible
The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

New King James Version
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershon, the son of Levi.

New American Standard Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

NASB 1995
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

NASB 1977
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

Legacy Standard Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

Amplified Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

Christian Standard Bible
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

American Standard Version
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

English Revised Version
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
who was the son of Jahath, who was the son of Gershom, who was the son of Levi.

Good News Translation
Jahath, Gershon, Levi.

International Standard Version
who had been fathered by Jahath, who had been fathered by Gershom, and who had been fathered by Levi.

Majority Standard Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

NET Bible
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

New Heart English Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

Webster's Bible Translation
The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

World English Bible
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

Young's Literal Translation
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.

Smith's Literal Translation
Son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The son of Jeth, the son of Gerson, the son of Levi.

Catholic Public Domain Version
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

New American Bible
son of Jahath, son of Gershon, son of Levi.

New Revised Standard Version
son of Jahath, son of Gershom, son of Levi.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The son of Joha, the son of Gershon, the son of Levi.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Son of Yukha, son of Gershun, son of Levi
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the son of Jeeth, the son of Gedson, the son of Levi.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Temple Musicians
42the son of Ethan, the son of Zimmah, the son of Shimei, 43the son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi. 44On the left were their kinsmen, the sons of Merari: Ethan the son of Kishi, the son of Abdi, the son of Malluch,…

Cross References
Exodus 6:16-20
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. ...

Numbers 3:17-20
These were the sons of Levi by name: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. / These were the names of the sons of Gershon by their clans: Libni and Shimei. / The sons of Kohath by their clans were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. ...

Numbers 26:57-59
Now these were the Levites numbered by their clans: The Gershonite clan from Gershon, the Kohathite clan from Kohath, and the Merarite clan from Merari. / 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, / and Amram’s wife was named Jochebed. She was also a daughter of Levi, born to Levi in Egypt. To Amram she bore Aaron, Moses, and their sister Miriam.

1 Chronicles 23:12-13
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.

1 Chronicles 24:1-3
These were the divisions of the descendants of Aaron. The sons of Aaron were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar. / But Nadab and Abihu died before their father did, and they had no sons; so Eleazar and Ithamar served as priests. / With the help of Eleazar’s descendant Zadok and Ithamar’s descendant Ahimelech, David divided them according to the offices of their service.

1 Chronicles 6:1-3
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.

1 Chronicles 6:16-19
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. ...

1 Chronicles 6:31-32
These are the men David put in charge of the music in the house of the LORD after the ark rested there. / They ministered with song before the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, until Solomon built the house of the LORD in Jerusalem. And they performed their duties according to the regulations given them.

1 Chronicles 6:48-49
Their fellow Levites were assigned to every kind of service of the tabernacle, the house of God. / But Aaron and his sons did all the work of the Most Holy Place. They presented the offerings on the altar of burnt offering and on the altar of incense to make atonement for Israel, according to all that Moses the servant of God had commanded.

1 Chronicles 9:14-16
From the Levites: Shemaiah son of Hasshub, the son of Azrikam, the son of Hashabiah, a descendant of Merari; / Bakbakkar, Heresh, Galal, and Mattaniah son of Mica, the son of Zichri, the son of Asaph; / Obadiah son of Shemaiah, the son of Galal, the son of Jeduthun; and Berechiah son of Asa, the son of Elkanah, who lived in the villages of the Netophathites.

2 Chronicles 29:25-26
Hezekiah stationed the Levites in the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres according to the command of David, of Gad the king’s seer, and of Nathan the prophet. For the command had come from the LORD through His prophets. / The Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets.

Nehemiah 12:1-9
Now these are the priests and Levites who went up with Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel and with Jeshua: Seraiah, Jeremiah, Ezra, / Amariah, Malluch, Hattush, / Shecaniah, Rehum, Meremoth, ...

Nehemiah 12:22-26
In the days of Eliashib, Joiada, Johanan, and Jaddua, during the reign of Darius the Persian, the heads of the families of the Levites and priests were recorded. / As for the descendants of Levi, the family heads up to the days of Johanan son of Eliashib were recorded in the Book of the Chronicles. / The leaders of the Levites were Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua son of Kadmiel, along with their associates, who stood across from them to give praise and thanksgiving as one section alternated with the other, as prescribed by David the man of God. ...

Matthew 1:1-2
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.


Treasury of Scripture

The son of Jahath, the son of Gershom, the son of Levi.

Jahath.

1 Chronicles 6:20
Of Gershom; Libni his son, Jahath his son, Zimmah his son,

Gershom.

1 Chronicles 6:1,16,17
The sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari…

ver.

1 Chronicles 6:20
Of Gershom; Libni his son, Jahath his son, Zimmah his son,

1 Chronicles 23:6
And David divided them into courses among the sons of Levi, namely, Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Genesis 46:11
And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.

Gershon.

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1 Chronicles 6
1. The sons of Levi.
4. The line of Eleazar unto the captivity.
16. The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari.
49. The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz.
54. The cities of the priests and Levites.














the son of Jahath
Jahath is a lesser-known figure in the genealogies of the Levites. His mention here highlights the importance of lineage and heritage in the Levitical priesthood. The Levites were set apart for religious duties, and their genealogies were meticulously recorded to ensure the purity of their service. Jahath's inclusion underscores the continuity of the Levitical line, which was crucial for maintaining the worship practices established by God through Moses.

the son of Gershom
Gershom was the firstborn son of Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. The Gershonites, his descendants, were responsible for the care of the tabernacle's fabrics and coverings during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings, as detailed in Numbers 3:25-26. This role was vital for the mobility and sanctity of the tabernacle, the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. Gershom's lineage emphasizes the theme of service and dedication to God's commands, a recurring motif in the history of Israel.

the son of Levi
Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah, is the patriarch of the tribe of Levi. The Levites were chosen by God to serve as priests and caretakers of the tabernacle and later the temple. This selection is rooted in Levi's zealous actions during the incident of the golden calf (Exodus 32:26-29), where the Levites stood with Moses against idolatry. Levi's descendants, including Moses and Aaron, played pivotal roles in Israel's spiritual leadership. The tribe's dedication to God prefigures the ultimate High Priest, Jesus Christ, who mediates a new covenant between God and humanity.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jahath
A descendant of Levi, Jahath is part of the genealogical line that traces the Levitical priesthood. His name is mentioned in the context of the lineage of those who served in the temple.

2. Gershom
The firstborn son of Levi, Gershom is one of the three main branches of the Levitical family. His descendants were responsible for specific duties related to the tabernacle and later the temple.

3. Levi
One of the twelve sons of Jacob, Levi is the patriarch of the tribe of Levi. The Levites were set apart for religious duties and service to God, playing a crucial role in Israel's worship and spiritual life.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Heritage and Lineage
Understanding our spiritual heritage can deepen our appreciation for God's work throughout history. The genealogies in the Bible remind us of God's faithfulness across generations.

Roles and Responsibilities in God's Kingdom
Just as the Gershonites had specific duties, each believer has a unique role in the body of Christ. Identifying and fulfilling our God-given responsibilities is crucial for the health of the church.

Continuity and Change in God's Plan
While the Levitical priesthood was central in the Old Testament, it points forward to the ultimate priesthood of Christ. This teaches us about the continuity of God's plan and the fulfillment of His promises in Jesus.

Faithfulness in Service
The Levites' dedication to their roles serves as a model for our own faithfulness in serving God. We are called to serve with diligence and commitment, regardless of the visibility of our tasks.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Jahath,
יַ֥חַת (ya·ḥaṯ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3189: Jahath -- 'He will snatch up', the name of several Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Gershom,
גֵּרְשֹׁ֖ם (gê·rə·šōm)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1647: Gershom -- three Israelites

the son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Levi.
לֵוִֽי׃ (lê·wî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3878: Levi -- a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him


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