The sons of Kohath; Amminadab his son, Korah his son, Assir his son,

1 CHRONICLES 6:22KJV
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1 Chronicles 6:22 (KJV)

What does 1 Chronicles 6:22 mean?

1 Chronicles 6:22 lists part of the genealogy of the Levite family, specifically naming the descendants of Kohath: Amminadab, Korah, and Assir. This verse is part of a larger record showing the family lines of those responsible for important religious duties in ancient Israel.

The writer of 1 Chronicles is carefully documenting the lineage of the Levites for the returned exiles, highlighting the ancestry of those who served in the temple. By naming Kohath and his descendants, the verse connects the present community to their historical roots and the people who played key roles in worship and service.

The Hebrew behind 1 Chronicles 6:22

  • בְּנֵי (bənê, H1121) — "sons": This word is used repeatedly to show direct descent, emphasizing the family line and the importance of heritage in the priestly tribe.
  • קְהָת (Qəhāṯ, H6955) — "Kohath": Naming Kohath identifies the specific branch of the Levites, since only certain families had particular temple responsibilities.
  • עַמִּינָדָב (ʿAmmînāḏāḇ, H5992), קֹרַח (Qōraḥ, H7141), אַסִּיר (ʾAssîr, H617) — These names are preserved to show the exact line, which matters for tracing who could serve in specific religious roles.

Why 1 Chronicles 6:22 matters

  • This verse helps clarify the structure of the Levite families, which was essential for organizing temple service and leadership.
  • By tracing the line through Kohath, the verse links later generations to key figures in Israel’s worship history, such as Korah, whose story is significant elsewhere in the Bible.
  • The careful listing of names reminds readers that the chronicler is concerned with historical accuracy and legitimacy for those serving in the temple after the exile.

Where else these words appear

“Assir” Hebrew H617 · used in 5 verses

  • Exodus 6:24 And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these are the families of the Korhites.
  • 1 Chronicles 3:17 And the sons of Jeconiah; Assir, Salathiel his son,
  • 1 Chronicles 6:23 Elkanah his son, and Ebiasaph his son, and Assir his son,

“Amminadab” Hebrew H5992 · used in 12 verses

  • Exodus 6:23 And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
  • Numbers 7:12 And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
  • Ruth 4:20 And Amminadab begat Nahshon, and Nahshon begat Salmon,

“Kohath” Hebrew H6955 · used in 29 verses

  • Genesis 46:11 And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari.
  • Numbers 4:15 And when Aaron and his sons have made an end of covering the sanctuary, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, as the camp is to set forward; after that, the sons of Kohath shall come to bear it: but they shall not touch any holy thing, lest they die. These things are the burden of the sons of Kohath in the tabernacle of the congregation.
  • 1 Chronicles 6:2 And the sons of Kohath; Amram, Izhar, and Hebron, and Uzziel.

“Korah” Hebrew H7141 · used in 37 verses

  • Genesis 36:5 And Aholibamah bare Jeush, and Jaalam, and Korah: these are the sons of Esau, which were born unto him in the land of Canaan.
  • Numbers 16:24 Speak unto the congregation, saying, Get you up from about the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram.
  • 1 Chronicles 9:19 And Shallum the son of Kore, the son of Ebiasaph, the son of Korah, and his brethren, of the house of his father, the Korahites, were over the work of the service, keepers of the gates of the tabernacle: and their fathers, being over the host of the LORD, were keepers of the entry.