Exodus 6:21
Exodus 6:21 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri.
¶ And the sons of Izhar; Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.
And the sons of Izhar: Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.
And the sons of Izhar: Korah and Nepheg and Zichri.
The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri.
Also the sonnes of Izhar: Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.
And sons of Izhar [are] Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.
The sons of Izhar: Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.
And the sons of Izhar; Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.
The sons also of Isaar: Core, and Nepheg, and Zechri.
The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 6:21
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Exodus 6:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֖י
יִצְהָ֑ר
קֹ֥רַח
וָ/נֶ֖פֶג
וְ/זִכְרִֽי
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
יִצְהָ֑ר
Yitshâr
H3324
Izhar
N-proper
קֹ֥רַח
Qôrach
H7141
Korah
N-proper
וָ/נֶ֖פֶג
Nepheg
H5298
Nepheg
Conj | N-proper
וְ/זִכְרִֽי
Zikrîy
H2147
Zichri
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 6:21
וּ/בְנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
יִצְהָ֑ר
Yitshâr
H3324
"Izhar"
N-proper
Izhar, a man from the tribe of Levi, was the son of Kohath and uncle of Moses and Aaron. He lived during the time of the Exodus and was the father of Korah. Izhar's name means shining oil, reflecting his heritage.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A) § Izhar = "shining oil" son of Kohath, grandson of Levi, uncle of Moses and Aaron, and father of Korah; progenitor of the Izharites
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Izhar. See also: Exodus 6:18; 1 Chronicles 5:28; 1 Chronicles 23:18.
קֹ֥רַח
Qôrach
H7141
"Korah"
N-proper
Korah was a leader who rebelled against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness, as told in Numbers 16, and his name means bald.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.2.43; son of: Hebron (H2275I); brother of: Tappuah (H8599A), Rekem (H7552I) and Shema (H8087) § Korah = "bald" 1) son of Izhar, grandson of Kohath, great grandson of Levi and leader of the rebellion of the Israelites against Moses and Aaron while in the wilderness; punished and died by an earthquake and flames of fire 2) the 3rd son of Esau by Aholibamah and one of the dukes of Edom 3) son of Eliphaz by Adah, duke of Edom, and nephew of 1 4) one of the 'sons' of Hebron
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: Korah. See also: Genesis 36:5; Numbers 26:10; Psalms 42:1.
וָ/נֶ֖פֶג
Nepheg
H5298
"Nepheg"
Conj | N-proper
Nepheg was the name of two Israelites, one of whom was a son of King David, mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:15. He was a member of the tribe of Judah and had several brothers, including Solomon and Absalom.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.15; son of: David (H1732); brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N) § Nepheg = "sprout" 1) one of sons of Izhar and grandson of Kohath of the tribe of Levi in the time of the exodus 2) one of the sons of David born to him at Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Nepheg. See also: Exodus 6:21; 1 Chronicles 3:7; 1 Chronicles 14:6.
וְ/זִכְרִֽי
Zikrîy
H2147
"Zichri"
Conj | N-proper
Zichri was the name of several Israelites, including a Reubenite leader and a descendant of Judah. The name means 'memorable' and is used in the Bible to identify various individuals, including a priest and a son of Izhar.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.17 § Zichri = "memorable" 1) the father of Eliezer, the chief of the Reubenites in the reign of David 2) the father of Amasiah, a descendant of Judah 3) a son of Izhar and grandson of Kohath 4) a descendant of Eliezer the son of Moses 5) a son of Asaph, elsewhere called 'Zabdi' and 'Zaccur' 6) a priest of the family of Abijah, in the days of Joiakim the son of Jeshua 7) a descendant of Benjamin of the sons of Shimhi 8) a descendant of Benjamin of the sons of Shashak 9) a descendant of Benjamin of the sons of Jeroham 10) father of Joel and descendant of Benjamin 11) a father of Elishaphat, one of the conspirators with Jehoiada 12) a Ephraimite hero in the invading army of Pekah the son of Remaliah
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Zichri. See also: Exodus 6:21; 1 Chronicles 27:16; Nehemiah 12:17.
Study Notes — Exodus 6:21
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Context — Genealogies of Moses and Aaron
19The sons of Merari were Mahli and Mushi. These were the clans of the Levites according to their records.
20And Amram married his father’s sister Jochebed, and she bore him Aaron and Moses. Amram lived 137 years.
21The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri.
22The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri. 23And Aaron married Elisheba, the daughter of Amminadab and sister of Nahshon, and she bore him Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 16:1 | Now Korah son of Izhar, the son of Kohath son of Levi, along with some Reubenites—Dathan and Abiram, sons of Eliab, and On son of Peleth—conducted |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 6:37–38 | the son of Tahath, the son of Assir, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, the son of Israel. |
| 3 | Numbers 16:32 | and the earth opened its mouth and swallowed them and their households—all Korah’s men and all their possessions. |
| 4 | Numbers 26:10–11 | And the earth opened its mouth and swallowed them along with Korah, whose followers died when the fire consumed 250 men. They serve as a warning sign. However, the line of Korah did not die out. |
| 5 | Exodus 6:24 | The sons of Korah were Assir, Elkanah, and Abiasaph. These were the clans of the Korahites. |
Exodus 6:21 Summary
This verse lists the sons of Izhar, who was a descendant of Levi, as part of the genealogical record of the Levites. The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri, and this verse helps us understand the family lines of the Levites, who played a crucial role in the tabernacle and the worship of God, as seen in Exodus 25-31 and Leviticus 1-7. Just like the Levites, we all have a role to play in serving God and His people, and we can learn from their example of faithfulness and obedience, as described in Romans 12:3-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31. By studying this verse, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of family, heritage, and legacy in the biblical narrative, and be reminded of God's faithfulness to His people across generations, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and Acts 7:1-53.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Izhar and why are his sons listed in Exodus 6:21?
Izhar was a son of Kohath, a grandson of Levi, and his sons are listed in Exodus 6:21 as part of the genealogical record of the Levites, which is important for understanding the family lines of the priests and Levites in the Bible, as seen in Exodus 6:16-25 and Numbers 3:17-20.
What is the significance of Korah, Nepheg, and Zichri in the Bible?
Korah is notable for leading a rebellion against Moses and Aaron in Numbers 16:1-50, while Nepheg and Zichri are not as prominent in the biblical record, but are still part of the Levitical genealogy, highlighting the importance of family and lineage in the biblical narrative, as seen in Exodus 6:21 and 1 Chronicles 6:22-28.
How does this verse contribute to the overall story of Exodus?
Exodus 6:21 provides a brief glimpse into the family lines of the Levites, which is essential for understanding the roles and responsibilities of the priests and Levites in the tabernacle, as described in Exodus 25-31 and Leviticus 1-7, and sets the stage for the events that unfold in the book of Exodus, particularly in Exodus 12:1-28 and Exodus 32:1-35.
What can we learn from the genealogical records in the Bible?
The genealogical records, such as those found in Exodus 6:13-30 and 1 Chronicles 1-9, demonstrate the importance of family, heritage, and legacy in the biblical narrative, and remind us of God's faithfulness to His people across generations, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and Acts 7:1-53.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of family and lineage in the biblical narrative, and how can we apply this to our own lives?
- How does the listing of Izhar's sons in Exodus 6:21 contribute to our understanding of the Levitical priesthood and its role in the Old Testament?
- What can we learn from the example of Korah, who is mentioned in this verse, about the dangers of rebellion and the importance of humility, as seen in Numbers 16:1-50 and Proverbs 16:18-19?
- In what ways can we, like the Levites, use our unique roles and responsibilities to serve God and His people, as described in Exodus 28:1-5 and Romans 12:3-8?
- How does this verse fit into the broader story of redemption and salvation in the Bible, and what implications does it have for our own faith journey, as seen in Hebrews 11:1-40 and Revelation 21:1-4?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 6:21
And the sons of Izhar, Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri. These seem to be mentioned for the sake of Korah, concerning whom is a remarkable history in the following book; for the other two are nowhere else spoken of.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 6:21
And the sons of Izhar; Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 6:21
Exodus 6:21 And the sons of Izhar; Korah, and Nepheg, and Zichri.Ver. 21. Korah.] That ringleader of rebels, Numbers 16:1. Moses and he were first cousins.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 6:21
Verse 21. Korah] Though he became a rebel against God and Moses, (see Numbers 16:1, &c.), yet Moses, in his great impartiality, inserts his name among those of his other progenitors.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 6:21
21. The family of Kohath’s second son, Izhar. Koraḥ ?] Moses’ and Aaron’s cousin: Numbers 16:1 ff. Nepheg and Zichri are not mentioned again.
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(1 Peter - Part 33): Humble Yourselves Under the Mighty Hand of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Christians being diligent and teachable in their spiritual journey. He shares his own humbling experience of forgetting spi |
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A Day to Be Remembered by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of allowing God to take over and lead us into a new chapter in our lives. He encourages the audience to desire to leave behin |
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The Saint's Horror at the Sinner's Hell by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the gathering of sinners and the consequences they face. He uses the example of the rebellion of Korah and his followers, who were |
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God's Truth: Rebellion and Patriotism by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses five qualities that are best developed in a nation during times of struggle: submission, goodness, respect, commitment, and prayer. He emphasi |
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Friends of the Bridegroom (Pt. 6) by Michael Koulianos | Michael Koulianos emphasizes the importance of honoring God's presence over the idol of time management in church services, arguing that the feelings of the Holy Spirit should take |