Exodus 6:21-22 The sons of Izhar were Korah, Nepheg and Zikri. The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan and Sithri.
Since we are presented with still more names in today’s scripture and my normal commentary barely mentions this extended genealogy, I decided to do a little digging. On the surface, this genealogy of the families of Moses and Aaron seems an utter non-sequitur. It seems to be a list of names inserted into the middle of a different narrative. Why?
Exodus 6:23 Aaron married Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab and sister of Nahshon, and she bore him Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar.
I came across a video this morning that says that this genealogy is a reminder from God to us, the readers, that God has been with this family from the very beginning, through their captivity in Egypt, all the way to their freedom from Egypt. This video posits that the genealogy is a reminder to the reader that God keeps His promises and wants a relationship with His people.
Exodus 6:24 The sons of Korah were Assir, Elkanah and Abiasaph. These were the Korahite clans.
Precious Savior, I don’t think random genealogies are inserted in scripture for no reason. Thank You for putting this video on my radar this morning, for giving me a possible explanation to ponder. Thank You for the reminder that You are with me, always, even when I don’t understand. Amen.
Exodus 6:25 Eleazar son of Aaron married one of the daughters of Putiel, and she bore him Phinehas. These were the heads of the Levite families, clan by clan.
Have a blessed day.