and the leader of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
Parallel translations
- WEB The prince of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
- KJV And the chief of the house of the father of the families of the Kohathites shall be Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
- NKJV And the leader of the fathers’ house of the families of the Kohathites was Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
- NASB and the leader of the fathers’ households of the Kohathite families: Elizaphan the son of Uzziel.
- NLT The leader of the Kohathite clans was Elizaphan son of Uzziel.
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Quick answer
Elizaphan son of Uzziel led the Kohathites. The honored clan had its appointed prince.
Overview
Elizaphan served as head of the Kohathite families. His leadership provided oversight for the clan entrusted with the most sacred duties. The appointment of a responsible prince again shows God's pattern of ordered authority within His service.
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