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These are the names of the sons of Aaron: Nadab the firstborn, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.

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The Power of Discipleship

One commentator, citing ancient Jewish sources, notes that Aaron's sons are considered the 'generations of Moses' (v. 1) because Moses taught them the law. This highlights a powerful biblical principle: spiritual mentorship and teaching are so significant that a teacher can be seen as a spiritual parent to their student.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 3:2

17th Century

Pastor

And these [are] the names of the sons of Aaron
The Targum of Jonathan adds, disciples of Moses, the master of the Is…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 3:1–13

17th Century

Minister

There was much work belonging to the priests' office, and there were now only Aaron and his two sons to do it; God appoints the Levites to attend t…