Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version To Merari belonged the clans of the Mahlites and the Mushites; these were the Merarite clans. New Living Translation The descendants of Merari were composed of the clans descended from Mahli and Mushi. English Standard Version To Merari belonged the clan of the Mahlites and the clan of the Mushites: these are the clans of Merari. Berean Standard Bible From Merari came the clans of the Mahlites and Mushites; these were the Merarite clans. King James Bible Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites: these are the families of Merari. New King James Version From Merari came the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these were the families of Merari. New American Standard Bible Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these were the families of Merari. NASB 1995 Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these were the families of Merari. NASB 1977 Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these were the families of Merari. Legacy Standard Bible Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these were the families of Merari. Amplified Bible Of Merari were the families of the Mahlites and the Mushites; these are the families of Merari. Christian Standard Bible The Mahlite clan and the Mushite clan came from Merari; these were the Merarite clans. Holman Christian Standard Bible The Mahlite clan and the Mushite clan came from Merari; these were the Merarite clans. American Standard Version Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites: these are the families of Merari. Contemporary English Version The two Merari clans were the Mahlites and the Mushites, English Revised Version Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites: these are the families of Merari. GOD'S WORD® Translation To [Merari] belonged the families descended from Mahli and Mushi. These were the families descended from Merari. Good News Translation The clan of Merari was composed of the families of Mahli and Mushi. International Standard Version The families of Mahli and Mushi were descendants of Merari. As families of Merari, NET Bible From Merari came the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these were the families of Merari. New Heart English Bible Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites. These are the families of Merari. Webster's Bible Translation Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites: these are the families of Merari. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFrom Merari came the clans of the Mahlites and Mushites; these were the Merarite clans. World English Bible Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites. These are the families of Merari. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionOf Merari—the family of the Mahlite and the family of the Mushite; these [are] the families of Merari. Young's Literal Translation Of Merari is the family of the Mahlite, and the family of the Mushite; these are the families of Merari. Smith's Literal Translation To Merari the families of the Mahlites, and the families of the Mushites: these they of the families of the Merari. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd of Merari are the families of the Moholites, and Musites, reckoned up by their names : Catholic Public Domain Version And truly, from Merari are the peoples of the Mahlites and Mushites, having been counted by their names, New American Bible To Merari belonged the clans of the Mahlites and the Mushites; these were the clans of Merari. New Revised Standard Version To Merari belonged the clan of the Mahlites and the clan of the Mushites: these are the clans of Merari. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOf Merari was the family of the Mahlites and the family of the Mushites; these are the families of Merari. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Marari’s family of Makhli and the family of Mushi: these are the families of Marari. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites; these are the families of Merari. Brenton Septuagint Translation To Merari belonged the family of Mooli, and the family of Musi: these are the families of Merari. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Merarites33From Merari came the clans of the Mahlites and Mushites; these were the Merarite clans. 34The number of all the males a month old or more was 6,200.… Cross References Exodus 6:16-19 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. ... 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 23:6-23 Then David divided the Levites into divisions according to the sons of Levi: Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. / The Gershonites: Ladan and Shimei. / The sons of Ladan: Jehiel the first, Zetham, and Joel—three in all. ... Exodus 2:1-2 Now a man of the house of Levi married a Levite woman, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. When she saw that he was a beautiful child, she hid him for three months. Exodus 6:20 And Amram married his father’s sister Jochebed, and she bore him Aaron and Moses. Amram lived 137 years. 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 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 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. Hebrews 7:5 Now 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. Exodus 28:1 “Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests. Leviticus 8:2 “Take Aaron and his sons, their garments, the anointing oil, the bull of the sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread, Numbers 18:1-7 So the LORD said to Aaron, “You and your sons and your father’s house must bear the iniquity involving the sanctuary. And you and your sons alone must bear the iniquity involving your priesthood. / 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. ... 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. 1 Chronicles 15:4-10 Then he gathered together the descendants of Aaron and the Levites: / From the Kohathites, Uriel the chief and 120 of his relatives; / from the Merarites, Asaiah the chief and 220 of his relatives; ... 1 Chronicles 24:20-31 Now 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. ... Treasury of Scripture Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites: these are the families of Merari. Numbers 3:20 And the sons of Merari by their families; Mahli, and Mushi. These are the families of the Levites according to the house of their fathers. 1 Chronicles 6:19 The sons of Merari; Mahli, and Mushi. And these are the families of the Levites according to their fathers. 1 Chronicles 23:21 The sons of Merari; Mahli, and Mushi. The sons of Mahli; Eleazar, and Kish. Jump to Previous Belonged Clans Families Family Mahlite Mahlites Merar'i Merarite Mushite MushitesJump to Next Belonged Clans Families Family Mahlite Mahlites Merar'i Merarite Mushite MushitesNumbers 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 From Merari Merari was one of the three sons of Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah. The Levites were set apart for the service of the Tabernacle, and Merari's descendants had specific duties related to its maintenance and transportation. This highlights the importance of family lineage and the fulfillment of God's commands through generations. The name Merari means "bitter," which may reflect the hardships faced by his descendants. came the clans of the Mahlites and Mushites these were the Merarite clans Persons / Places / Events 1. MerariOne of the sons of Levi, Merari is the patriarch of the Merarite clan. The Merarites were responsible for the care of the tabernacle's structural components, such as the frames, bars, pillars, and bases. 2. Mahlites A clan descending from Mahli, one of Merari's sons. They were part of the Levitical tribe tasked with specific duties related to the tabernacle. 3. Mushites Another clan descending from Mushi, another son of Merari. Like the Mahlites, they had specific responsibilities in the service of the tabernacle. 4. Levitical Duties The Levites, including the Merarites, were set apart for the service of the tabernacle, highlighting the importance of order and structure in worship. 5. Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the divine presence during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. The Merarites played a crucial role in its maintenance and transport. Teaching Points The Importance of Every Role in WorshipThe Merarites, though not priests, had essential duties. This teaches us that every role in the church is vital, and we should honor all forms of service. Heritage and Responsibility The Merarites inherited their duties, reminding us of the importance of passing down faith and responsibilities to future generations. Order and Structure in Worship The detailed organization of the Levites' duties highlights the need for order in worship, encouraging us to approach God with reverence and preparation. Faithfulness in Assigned Tasks The Merarites' faithfulness in their specific tasks serves as a model for us to be diligent and faithful in whatever God has entrusted to us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 3:33?2. How does Numbers 3:33 highlight the importance of family lineage in ministry roles? 3. What responsibilities did the Merarite clans have according to Numbers 3:33? 4. How does Numbers 3:33 connect to the broader theme of Levitical duties? 5. How can we apply the principle of designated roles in our church today? 6. Why is understanding specific tribal duties in Numbers 3:33 important for biblical context? 7. What is the significance of the Levites' role in Numbers 3:33? 8. How does Numbers 3:33 reflect God's organizational structure for Israel? 9. Why were the Gershonites specifically mentioned in Numbers 3:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 3? 11. What are the names and meanings of Israel's twelve tribes? 12. What was the Levitical Priesthood? 13. In Joshua 14:3-4, how does the Levites' lack of a territorial inheritance align with other biblical passages that mention Levitical cities and lands? 14. Numbers 33:50-56: Why does the text insist on divinely sanctioned warfare for taking the land when later prophets and passages emphasize peace, suggesting an inconsistency in divine commands? What Does Numbers 3:33 Mean From Merari came“From Merari came…” (Numbers 3:33) grounds us in the literal genealogy God gave through Moses. Merari is named repeatedly as Levi’s third son (Exodus 6:16; Numbers 3:17), and every mention underscores that the Lord Himself organized Israel’s ministry by bloodline, not by human preference. • The Levites were separated “in place of every firstborn” (Numbers 3:12-13) to serve the tabernacle, so Merari’s line stands within a divinely chosen tribe. • This precision confirms God’s faithfulness: each family counted, each name remembered—just as later Jesus would say that even the hairs of our heads are numbered (Luke 12:7). The clans of the Mahlites and Mushites “…the clans of the Mahlites and Mushites…” (Numbers 3:33) identifies Merari’s two sons, Mahli and Mushi (1 Chronicles 6:19; Numbers 26:57). • Two branches, yet one assignment: both were responsible for the tabernacle’s heavy framework—the boards, bars, pillars, bases, and all related equipment (Numbers 3:36-37; 4:29-33). • Their work illustrates how God pairs calling with capability. No showy tasks, just sturdy, unseen labor that kept worship possible for everyone else—echoing 1 Corinthians 12:22, where “the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable.” • Because Scripture records them by name, we see the Lord values faithfulness over fame; Hebrews 6:10 assures believers that “God is not unjust; He will not forget your work.” These were the Merarite clans “These were the Merarite clans.” (Numbers 3:33) wraps the statement like a seal. • The phrase confirms finality and completeness: no additional lines, no hidden branches. What God establishes, He defines with clarity. • Later, when the land was apportioned, these same clans received specific cities (Joshua 21:34-40). The narrative moves from desert service to settled inheritance, showing that loyal obedience in one season leads to provision in the next (Psalm 37:3-4). • The Merarites camped on the north side of the tabernacle (Numbers 3:35). Even their positioning illustrates order—God placing every servant exactly where needed. summary Numbers 3:33 may look like a simple census note, yet it showcases the Lord’s meticulous care. He names Merari, traces his two sons, and labels the family’s identity so Israel—and we—remember that service to God is personal, organized, and rewarded. Every believer inherits that same assurance: the Lord knows our name, assigns our work, and secures our future. Hebrew From Merari cameלִמְרָרִ֕י (lim·rā·rî) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4847: Merari -- a son of Levi the clans מִשְׁפַּ֙חַת֙ (miš·pa·ḥaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people of the Mahlites הַמַּחְלִ֔י (ham·maḥ·lî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4250: Mahlites -- descendant of Mahli and Mushites; הַמּוּשִׁ֑י (ham·mū·šî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4188: Mushites -- descendant of Mushi these אֵ֥לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those were the Merarite מְרָרִֽי׃ (mə·rā·rî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4847: Merari -- a son of Levi clans. מִשְׁפְּחֹ֥ת (miš·pə·ḥōṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people Links Numbers 3:33 NIVNumbers 3:33 NLT Numbers 3:33 ESV Numbers 3:33 NASB Numbers 3:33 KJV Numbers 3:33 BibleApps.com Numbers 3:33 Biblia Paralela Numbers 3:33 Chinese Bible Numbers 3:33 French Bible Numbers 3:33 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 3:33 Of Merari was the family (Nu Num.) |
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