Bible Strands
1 Chronicles 15:5
From the Kohathites, Uriel the chief and 120 of his relatives;
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrator records King David’s organizational directive as he assigns specific Levite families to the task of transporting the ark. David addresses the gathered clans to establish clear leadership and participation for the ceremony.
The words — קְהָ֑ת (ke.Hat) translates to Kohath, identifying the specific Levitical clan, while הַ/שָּׂ֔ר (ha./Sar) means the leader, designating Uriel’s official role. The text literally states the descendants of Kohath, Uriel the leader, and 120 of his relatives.
The thread — The Kohathite lineage appears in the genealogical record at 1 Chronicles 6:22, which traces Amminadab, Korah, and Assir as descendants of Kohath. This verse anchors the administrative roster within that established family line.
Why it lands — It requires the reader to recognize that the narrative prioritizes structured allocation and documented lineage over individual prominence. The text asks for attention to how specific families are counted and assigned to fulfill a designated task.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
Of the sons of Kohath; Uriel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twenty:
Cross-references
- 1 Chronicles 6:22 The descendants of Kohath: Amminadab his son, Korah his son, Assir his son,