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Merari

Merari in the Bible — son of Levi (GEN 46:11). Merari belonged to the tribe of Levi. Referenced in 14 scripture passages.

Name meaning: bitter; to provoke

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Gender
male
Tribe
Levi
Scripture References
14 references
Known Names
1 name
Relationships
13 connections

Names & Labels (1)

Merariproper name
Hebrew
מְרָרִי
Transliteration
mərariy
Meaning
bitter
Greek
Μεραρι
Reference
GEN 46:11
Strong's
H4847

Family & Relationships (13)

son

Levi(GEN 46:11)

father

Mahli(EXO 6:19)
Mushi(EXO 6:19)

ancestor

Abihail(NUM 3:35)
Hashabiah(1CH 9:14)
Jaaziah(1CH 24:27)
Hosah(1CH 26:10)
Jehallelel(2CH 29:12)
Jahath(2CH 34:12)
Obadiah(2CH 34:12)
Hashabiah(EZR 8:19)
Jeshaiah(EZR 8:19)
Bunni(NEH 11:14)

Notes

from the list of "sons of Israel" who "went to Egypt" (GEN 46:8-27), the Merarites (NUM 26:57)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Merari in the Bible?

Merari is described in the Bible as son of Levi (GEN 46:11). Merari belonged to the tribe of Levi.

What does the name Merari mean?

The name Merari means “bitter; to provoke” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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