New International Version The leader of the families of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. New Living Translation The leader of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. English Standard Version with Elizaphan the son of Uzziel as chief of the fathers’ house of the clans of the Kohathites. Berean Standard Bible and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. Berean Literal Bible And the leader of the house of the father of the clans of the Kohathite was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. King James Bible And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. New King James Version And the leader of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. New American Standard Bible and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families: Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. NASB 1995 and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. NASB 1977 and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. Legacy Standard Bible and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. Amplified Bible and the leader of the fathers’ households of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. Berean Annotated Bible and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan (Elzaphan) son of Uzziel (my strength is God). Christian Standard Bible and the leader of the families of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. Holman Christian Standard Bible and the leader of the family of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. American Standard Version And the prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. English Revised Version And the prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. GOD'S WORD® Translation The leader of the Kohathite families and households was Elizaphan, son of Uzziel. Good News Translation with Elizaphan son of Uzziel as chief of the clan. International Standard Version The leader of the tribe and family of Kohath was Uzziel's son Elizaphan. NET Bible Now the leader of the clan of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. New Heart English Bible The prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. Webster's Bible Translation And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. World English Bible The prince of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the prince of a father’s house for the families of the Kohathite [is] Elizaphan son of Uzziel. Berean Literal Bible And the leader of the house of the father of the clans of the Kohathite was Elizaphan son of Uzziel. Young's Literal Translation And the prince of a father's house for the families of the Kohathite is Elizaphan son of Uzziel. Smith's Literal Translation And the chief of the house of the father to the families of the Kohathites, Elizaphan, son of Uzziel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd their prince shall be Elisaphan the son of Oziel: Catholic Public Domain Version And their leader shall be Elisaphan the son of Uzziel. New American Bible And the leader of their ancestral house of the clan of the Kohathites was Elizaphan, son of Uzziel. New Revised Standard Version with Elizaphan son of Uzziel as head of the ancestral house of the clans of the Kohathites. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the chief of the house of the fathers of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizphan the son of Uzziel. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Ruler of the house of the fathers of the family of Qahath: Elitsaphan son of Uziel. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917the prince of the fathers' house of the families of the Kohathites being Elizaphan the son of Uzziel, Brenton Septuagint Translation And the chief of the house of the families of the divisions of Caath, was Elisaphan the son of Oziel. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Kohathites…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.… Cross References the leader of the families of the Kohathites Numbers 4:34 So Moses, Aaron, and the leaders of the congregation numbered the Kohathites by their clans and families, Numbers 4:37 These 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. 1 Chronicles 23:24 These 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. was Elizaphan Exodus 6:22 The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri. Leviticus 10:4 Moses summoned Mishael and Elzaphan, sons of Aaron’s uncle Uzziel, and said to them, “Come here; carry the bodies of your cousins outside the camp, away from the front of the sanctuary.” 1 Chronicles 15:8 from the Elizaphanites, Shemaiah the chief and 200 of his relatives; son of Uzziel 1 Chronicles 15:10 and from the Uzzielites, Amminadab the chief and 112 of his relatives. 1 Chronicles 6:18 The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. 1 Chronicles 23:12 The sons of Kohath: Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel—four in all. Exodus 6:18 The sons of Kohath were Amram, Izhar, Hebron, and Uzziel. Kohath lived 133 years. Numbers 1:53 But the Levites are to camp around the tabernacle of the Testimony and watch over it, so that no wrath will fall on the congregation of Israel. So the Levites are responsible for the tabernacle of the Testimony.” Numbers 4:28 This is the service of the Gershonite clans at the Tent of Meeting, and their duties shall be under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest. Numbers 4:33 This is the service of the Merarite clans according to all their work at the Tent of Meeting, under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest.” Numbers 7:8 and he gave the Merarites four carts and eight oxen, as their service required, all under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest. Numbers 10:17 Then the tabernacle was taken down, and the Gershonites and the Merarites set out, transporting it. Numbers 18:2-3 But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. Treasury of Scripture And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel. no reference Jump to Previous Chief Clans Elizaphan Eli-Za'phan Families Fathers Father's Head House Households Kohathite Kohathites Ko'hathites Leader Prince Uzziel Uz'zielJump to Next Chief Clans Elizaphan Eli-Za'phan Families Fathers Father's Head House Households Kohathite Kohathites Ko'hathites Leader Prince Uzziel Uz'zielNumbers 3 1. The sons of Aaron5. The Levites are given to the priests instead of the firstborn 14. Are numbered by their families 21. The families, number, and charge of the Gershonites 27. Of the Kohathites 33. Of the Merarites 38. The place and charge of Moses and Aaron 40. The firstborn are freed by the Levites 44. The balances are refunded and the leader of the families of the Kohathites The Kohathites were entrusted with the tabernacle’s most holy furnishings, including the ark, table, lampstand, and altars. Their service required careful obedience because these objects represented God’s holy presence among Israel. Num 4:34 So Moses, Aaron, and the leaders of the congregation… was Elizaphan Elizaphan, whose name means “God has protected” or “God is my treasure,” directed the Kohathite clans in their assigned duties and helped ensure that the sacred furnishings were handled according to God’s commands. Exo 6:22 The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri. son of Uzziel. Elizaphan belonged to the Levitical family of Uzziel, a close relative of Moses and Aaron. His appointment reflects the ordered leadership God established for the Levites and the care of the tabernacle. 1Ch 15:10 from the Uzzielites, Amminadab the chief… Persons / Places / Events 1. ElizaphanHe was appointed as the leader of the Kohathite clans. His role was significant in the organization and leadership of the Levites, specifically the Kohathites, who were responsible for the care of the sanctuary's most sacred objects. 2. Kohathites A division of the Levites, the Kohathites were tasked with carrying the most sacred items of the tabernacle, such as the Ark of the Covenant, the table, the lampstand, and the altars. Their duties required them to be in close proximity to the holy objects, highlighting the importance of their role. 3. Uzziel The father of Elizaphan, Uzziel was a descendant of Kohath, making Elizaphan a member of the Kohathite clan. This lineage was crucial for the roles assigned to them in the service of the tabernacle. 4. Levites The tribe set apart for the service of the tabernacle and later the temple. They were not given a portion of land like the other tribes but were instead dedicated to the service of God and the community. 5. Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the divine presence during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. It was central to the worship and religious life of the Israelites. Teaching Points Leadership in ServiceElizaphan's role as a leader among the Kohathites underscores the importance of leadership in service to God. Leadership is not about personal glory but about fulfilling God's purposes and serving others. Heritage and Responsibility The Kohathites' responsibilities were tied to their heritage. Our spiritual heritage in Christ calls us to specific responsibilities and service in the body of Christ. Holiness and Reverence The Kohathites' duties required them to handle the most sacred objects with reverence. This teaches us the importance of approaching God and His work with holiness and respect. Faithfulness in Assigned Roles Each Levite clan had specific roles. Faithfulness in our God-given roles, no matter how small or large, is crucial for the functioning of the body of Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 3:30?2. How does Numbers 3:30 highlight the importance of leadership within the Levites? 3. What can we learn from Numbers 3:30 about God's order and structure? 4. How does Numbers 3:30 connect to New Testament teachings on church leadership? 5. In what ways can we apply the principles of Numbers 3:30 today? 6. How does Numbers 3:30 encourage us to respect God-appointed leaders in our lives? 7. Who was Eliasaph, and what was his role in Numbers 3:30? 8. Why is the leadership of the Levitical families significant in Numbers 3:30? 9. How does Numbers 3:30 reflect the organization of the Israelite camp? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 3? Verse 30. - Elizaphan the son of Uzziel - of the youngest branch. This may have aroused the jealousy of Korah, who represented an elder branch. Numbers 3:30 underscores how God organizes His people for worship: He appoints a recognizable leader (Elizaphan), ties that leader to a specific family (the Kohathites), and anchors the appointment in a verifiable lineage (son of Uzziel). The verse teaches that holy service must be orderly, accountable, and rooted in generational faithfulness, reminding believers today that God still cares who leads, how they lead, and whether their leadership flows from a genuine call confirmed by the community. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and the leaderוּנְשִׂ֥יא (ū·nə·śî) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5387: An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist of the families בֵֽית־ (ḇêṯ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house of the Kohathites הַקְּהָתִ֑י (haq·qə·hā·ṯî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6956: Kohathites -- descendant of Kohath was Elizaphan אֶלִיצָפָ֖ן (’e·lî·ṣā·p̄ān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 469: Elizaphan -- 'God has protected', two Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Uzziel. עֻזִּיאֵֽל׃ (‘uz·zî·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5816: Uzziel -- 'my strength is God', the name of several Israelites Additonal Resources Numbers 3:30 Blue Letter BibleNumbers 3:30 Bible Gateway Numbers 3:30 Bible.com Numbers 3:30 NIV |
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