New International VersionThe Gershonites were counted by their clans and families.
New Living TranslationThe Gershonite division was also listed by its clans and families.
English Standard VersionThose listed of the sons of Gershon, by their clans and their fathers’ houses,
Berean Standard BibleThen the Gershonites were numbered by their clans and families,
King James BibleAnd those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, throughout their families, and by the house of their fathers,
New King James VersionAnd those who were numbered of the sons of Gershon, by their families and by their fathers’ house,
New American Standard BibleAnd the numbered men of the sons of Gershon by their families and by their fathers’ households,
NASB 1995The numbered men of the sons of Gershon by their families and by their fathers’ households,
NASB 1977And the numbered men of the sons of Gershon by their families, and by their fathers’ households,
Legacy Standard BibleThe numbered men of the sons of Gershon by their families and by their fathers’ households,
Amplified BibleThe men who were numbered of the sons of Gershon, by their families (clans), and by their fathers’ households,
Christian Standard BibleThe Gershonites were registered by their clans and their ancestral families,
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe Gershonites were registered by their clans and their ancestral houses,
American Standard VersionAnd those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, their families, and by their fathers' houses,
English Revised VersionAnd those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, by their families, and by their fathers' houses,
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe Gershonites were registered by families and households.
International Standard VersionThe tribes and the ancestral houses of the descendants of Gershon were numbered
NET BibleThose numbered from the Gershonites, by their families and by their clans,
New Heart English BibleThose who were numbered of the sons of Gershon, their families, and by their fathers' houses,
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, throughout their families, and by the house of their fathers, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen the Gershonites were numbered by their clans and families,
World English BibleThose who were counted of the sons of Gershon, by their families, and by their fathers’ houses, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd those numbered of the sons of Gershon, by their families, and by the house of their fathers,
Young's Literal Translation And those numbered of the sons of Gershon, by their families, and by the house of their fathers,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd they being reviewed of the sons of Gershon, according to their families, according to the house of their fathers, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe sons of Gerson also were numbered by the kindreds and houses of their fathers,
Catholic Public Domain VersionThe sons of Gershon also were numbered by the kinships and houses of their fathers,
New American BibleAs for the enrollment of the Gershonites, by clans and ancestral houses,
New Revised Standard VersionThe enrollment of the Gershonites, by their clans and their ancestral houses, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the number of the sons of Gershon by their families, and by the house of their fathers,
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd the number of the sons of Gershun by their families for the house of their fathers. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, by their families, and by their fathers' houses,
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd the sons of Gedson were numbered according to their families, according to the houses of their lineage,
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Context The Numbering of the Levite Clans… 37These were counted from the Kohathite clans, everyone who could serve at the Tent of Meeting. Moses and Aaron numbered them according to the command of the LORD through Moses. 38Then the Gershoniteswere numberedby their clansand families,39everyone from thirty to fifty years old who came to serve in the work at the Tent of Meeting.…
Cross References Exodus 6:16-19These 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. ...
1 Chronicles 6:16-30The 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 23:12-13The 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 23:24-32These 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. / For David had said, “The LORD, the God of Israel, has given rest to His people and has come to dwell in Jerusalem forever. / So now the Levites no longer need to carry the tabernacle or any of the articles for its service.” ...
1 Chronicles 24:20-31Now 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. ...
1 Chronicles 26:20-28Now their fellow Levites were in charge of the treasuries of the house of God and the treasuries of the dedicated things. / From the descendants of Ladan, who were Gershonites through Ladan and heads of the families of Ladan the Gershonite, were Jehieli, / the sons of Jehieli, Zetham, and his brother Joel. They were in charge of the treasuries of the house of the LORD. ...
2 Chronicles 29:12-19Then the Levites set to work: Mahath son of Amasai and Joel son of Azariah from the Kohathites; Kish son of Abdi and Azariah son of Jehallelel from the Merarites; Joah son of Zimmah and Eden son of Joah from the Gershonites; / Shimri and Jeuel from the Elizaphanites; Zechariah and Mattaniah from the Asaphites; / Jehiel and Shimei from the Hemanites; and Shemaiah and Uzziel from the Jeduthunites. ...
Nehemiah 12:8-9The Levites were Jeshua, Binnui, Kadmiel, Sherebiah, Judah, and Mattaniah, who, with his associates, led the songs of thanksgiving. / Bakbukiah and Unni, their associates, stood across from them in the services.
Nehemiah 12:24-26The 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. / Mattaniah, Bakbukiah, Obadiah, Meshullam, Talmon, and Akkub were gatekeepers who guarded the storerooms at the gates. / They served in the days of Joiakim son of Jeshua, the son of Jozadak, and in the days of Nehemiah the governor and Ezra the priest and scribe.
Hebrews 7:5Now 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.
Hebrews 9:1-5Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. / A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. / Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, ...
Hebrews 9:6-10When 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. ...
Hebrews 9:11-14But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation. / He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption. / For if the blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so that their bodies are clean, ...
Hebrews 9:15-22Therefore Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, now that He has died to redeem them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant. / In the case of a will, it is necessary to establish the death of the one who made it, / because a will does not take effect until the one who made it has died; it cannot be executed while he is still alive. ...
Hebrews 9:23-28So it was necessary for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these sacrifices, but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. / For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God. / Nor did He enter heaven to offer Himself again and again, as the high priest enters the Most Holy Place every year with blood that is not his own. ...
Treasury of Scripture And those that were numbered of the sons of Gershon, throughout their families, and by the house of their fathers, no reference Jump to Previous ClansCountedFamiliesFathersGershonGershonitesHouseHouseholdsHousesNumberedThroughoutJump to Next ClansCountedFamiliesFathersGershonGershonitesHouseHouseholdsHousesNumberedThroughoutNumbers 4 1.The age at which the Levites were to serve, and the duration of the service4.The duty of the Kohathites16.The charge of Eleazar17.The office of the priests21.The duty of the Gershonites29.Of the Merarites34.The number of the Kohathites38.Of the Gershonites42.And of the MeraritesThen the Gershonites were numberedThe Gershonites were one of the three main Levitical families, descended from Gershon, the eldest son of Levi. The Levites were set apart for the service of the Tabernacle, and each family had specific duties. The numbering of the Gershonites here is part of a larger census of the Levites, which was distinct from the general census of the Israelites. This census was for those who would serve in the Tabernacle, specifically males from thirty to fifty years old, indicating a period of prime physical capability for the demanding tasks involved. The act of numbering signifies the importance of order and organization in the service of God, reflecting the structured nature of worship and service in the Israelite community. by their clans and families
The mention of clans and families highlights the importance of familial and tribal identity in ancient Israel. Each clan and family had a role and responsibility, emphasizing the communal nature of worship and service. This structure ensured that the duties of the Tabernacle were distributed fairly and efficiently among the Levites. The family unit was central to Israelite society, and this organization reflects the broader biblical theme of God working through families and tribes, as seen in the promises to Abraham and the twelve tribes of Israel. The detailed recording of these families also underscores the historical reliability of the biblical narrative, providing a genealogical record that connects the Israelites to their ancestors. Persons / Places / Events 1. Sons of GershonGershon was the eldest son of Levi, and his descendants were responsible for the care of the tabernacle's curtains, coverings, and other fabric elements. This verse refers to the census of the Gershonites, who were part of the Levitical priesthood. 2. GenealogiesThis refers to the recorded lineage of the Gershonites, which was important for maintaining the purity and order of the Levitical duties. 3. Clans and FamiliesThe organization of the Gershonites into clans and families highlights the structured approach to their service in the tabernacle, ensuring that each group had specific responsibilities. Teaching Points The Importance of Order in WorshipThe detailed organization of the Gershonites' duties underscores the importance of order and structure in worship. God values precision and dedication in how we approach Him. Heritage and ResponsibilityThe genealogies remind us of the importance of spiritual heritage and the responsibilities that come with it. As believers, we are called to uphold the faith and duties passed down to us. Service in the Body of ChristJust as the Gershonites had specific roles, each believer has a unique role in the body of Christ. Understanding and fulfilling our God-given responsibilities is crucial for the health of the church. Faithfulness in Small ThingsThe Gershonites' seemingly mundane tasks were vital to the worship of Israel. This teaches us that faithfulness in small, unseen tasks is significant in God's eyes. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 4
Who were the Kohathites, Gershonites, and Merarites?
Numbers 4:24-26 - How feasible is it that the Gershonites could manage the massive weights of curtains and tents in a desert setting?
Numbers 4:29-30 - Why does God prescribe a seemingly arbitrary age range for the Merarites' duties, and does this contradict other biblical texts about priestly service?
Numbers 3:15 - Is it realistic to gather and count every male from one month old and upward in a nomadic environment?
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Then the Gershonitesבְּנֵ֣י(bə·nê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A sonwere numberedוּפְקוּדֵ֖י(ū·p̄ə·qū·ḏê)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural construct
Strong's 6485:To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, depositby their clansלְמִשְׁפְּחוֹתָ֖ם(lə·miš·pə·ḥō·w·ṯām)Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4940:A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, peopleand families,אֲבֹתָֽם׃(’ă·ḇō·ṯām)Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 1:Father
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