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Mushi is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically within the genealogical records of the Levites. He is recognized as one of the sons of Merari, who was the third son of Levi, making Mushi a grandson of Levi. The Levites were a tribe set apart for religious duties and service to the Tabernacle, and later the Temple, in ancient Israel.

Genealogy and Family Lineage

Mushi's lineage is outlined in several passages of the Bible. In1 Chronicles 6:19, it is recorded: "The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. These are the clans of the Levites according to their families." This verse establishes Mushi as a direct descendant of Levi through Merari, highlighting his role within the Levitical family structure.

The descendants of Mushi are further detailed in1 Chronicles 23:21-23: "The sons of Merari: Mahli and Mushi. The sons of Mahli: Eleazar and Kish. Eleazar died without having sons, but only daughters; their cousins, the sons of Kish, married them." This passage provides insight into the family dynamics and the continuation of the Levitical line through Mushi's brother Mahli, as well as the intermarriage within the Levitical clan to preserve their heritage and responsibilities.

Role and Duties

As a member of the Merarite clan, Mushi's descendants were assigned specific duties related to the care and transportation of the Tabernacle.Numbers 3:33-37 describes the responsibilities of the Merarites: "From Merari came the clan of the Mahlites and the clan of the Mushites; these were the Merarite clans. The number of all the males a month old or more was 6,200. The leader of the families of the Merarites was Zuriel son of Abihail. They were to camp on the north side of the tabernacle. The duties of the sons of Merari were the tabernacle’s frames, crossbars, posts, bases, all its equipment, and everything related to their use, as well as the posts of the surrounding courtyard with their bases, tent pegs, and ropes."

This passage highlights the practical and essential role that Mushi's descendants played in the maintenance and mobility of the Tabernacle, ensuring that the sacred space was properly cared for and transported during the Israelites' wilderness journey.

Significance in Levitical Tradition

Mushi's place within the Levitical tradition underscores the importance of family lineage and the division of labor among the Levites. Each clan had distinct responsibilities, and the Merarites, including the Mushites, were integral to the physical aspects of the Tabernacle's structure. This division of labor allowed the Levites to fulfill their God-given roles in worship and service, as outlined in the Mosaic Law.

The mention of Mushi and his descendants in the genealogical records serves as a testament to the continuity and faithfulness of the Levitical line, which was crucial for the religious life of Israel. The Levites, including the descendants of Mushi, were dedicated to serving God and the community, ensuring that the worship practices prescribed in the Torah were upheld throughout Israel's history.Mushi

he that touches, that withdraws or takes away

Mushi

(yielding), the son of Merari the son of Kohath. (Exodus 6:19;Numbers 3:20;1 Chronicles 6:19,47;23:21,23;24:26,30)

Receding, the second of the two sons of Merari (Exodus 6:19;Numbers 3:20). His sons were called Mushites (Numbers 3:33;26:58).MUSHI

mu'-shi (mushi): Son of Merari (Exodus 6:19Numbers 3:201 Chronicles 6:19 (Hebrew 4); 23:21; 24:26). There is found also the patronymic "Mushites" (Numbers 3:33;Numbers 26:58).

4187.Mushi -- "sensitive," a Levite
Mushi or Mushshi. 4186, 4187.Mushi or Mushshi. 4188 . "sensitive," a
Levite. Transliteration:Mushi or Mushshi Phonetic Spelling...

4188.Mushi -- descendant ofMushi
...Mushi. 4189 . descendant ofMushi. Transliteration:Mushi Phonetic Spelling:
(moo-shee') Short Definition: Mushites. Word Origin fromMushi Definition desc....

4249. Machli -- a Levite, also a son ofMushi
... 4248, 4249. Machli. 4250 . a Levite, also a son ofMushi. Transliteration:
Machli Phonetic Spelling: (makh-lee') Short Definition: Mahli....

Mushi (8 Occurrences)
... Standard Bible Encyclopedia.MUSHI. mu'-shi (mushi): Son of Merari (Exodus 6:19
Numbers 3:20 1 Chronicles 6:19 (Hebrew 4); 23:21; 24:26)....Mushi (8 Occurrences)....

Mahli (11 Occurrences)
... (2) A son ofMushi, Mahli's brother, bears the same name (1 Chronicles 6:47; 1
Chronicles 23:23; 1 Chronicles 24:30). Compare Ezra 8:18 and 1 Esdras 8:47....

Merar'i (32 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Exodus 6:19 And the sons of Merari: Mahli andMushi.... (See RSV). Numbers
3:20 And the sons of Merari by their families: Mahli andMushi....

Eder (6 Occurrences)
... (2.) The second of the three sons ofMushi, of the family of Merari, appointed
to the Levitical office (1 Chronicles 23:23; 24:30). Int....

Merari (38 Occurrences)
... We early find them divided into two families, the Mahli andMushi (Exodus 6:19 Numbers
3:17, 20, 33).... Exodus 6:19 The sons of Merari: Mahli andMushi....

Jerimoth (10 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 23:23 Sons ofMushi: Mahli, and Eder, and Jerimoth, three. (YLT NIV).
1 Chronicles 24:30 The sons ofMushi: Mahli, and Eder, and Jerimoth....

Clans (120 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Exodus 6:19 The sons of Merari: Mahli andMushi.... (See NIV). Numbers
3:20 The sons of Merari by their families: Mahli andMushi....

Levi (79 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Exodus 6:19 The sons of Merari: Mahli
andMushi.... 1 Chronicles 6:19 The sons of Merari: Mahli andMushi....

Families (272 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). Exodus 6:19 The sons of Merari: Mahli
andMushi.... Numbers 3:20 The sons of Merari by their families: Mahli andMushi....

Levite (43 Occurrences)
... Numbers 3:20 The sons of Merari by their families: Mahli andMushi. These...
1 Chronicles 6:19 The sons of Merari: Mahli andMushi. These...

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