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The Priestly Tribe
Commentators explain that the Chronicler gives special attention to Levi's genealogy because this tribe was set apart for the priesthood. While Judah received the kingship and Joseph the birthright, Levi was entrusted with the sacred duties of serving God in the tabernacle and temple. This verse begins the account of this consecrated lineage.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Chronicles 6:1
18th Century
Theologian
The genealogy of the high priestly lineage to the captivity.
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 6:1–15
19th Century
Bishop
THE LINE OF AARON THROUGH ELEAZAR TO JEHOZADAK.
Aaron’s descent from Levi.
The sons of Levi; Gershon ...…
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 6:1
17th Century
Pastor
The sons of Levi
After an account of the chief of the tribes of Judah and Simeon, of Reuben, Gad, and the half tribe…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 6:1–81
17th Century
Minister
We have an account of Levi in this chapter. The priests and Levites were more concerned than any other Israelites to preserve their lineage clear a…