King James Version

What Does Exodus 6:24 Mean?

Exodus 6:24 in the King James Version says “And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these are the families of the Korhites. — study this verse from Exodus chapter 6 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these are the families of the Korhites.

Exodus 6:24 · KJV


Context

22

And the sons of Uzziel; Mishael, and Elzaphan, and Zithri.

23

And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.

24

And the sons of Korah; Assir, and Elkanah, and Abiasaph: these are the families of the Korhites.

25

And Eleazar Aaron's son took him one of the daughters of Putiel to wife; and she bare him Phinehas: these are the heads of the fathers of the Levites according to their families.

26

These are that Aaron and Moses, to whom the LORD said, Bring out the children of Israel from the land of Egypt according to their armies.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
Verse 24 continues the covenantal reaffirmation. God's sevenfold promise ('I will bring out, deliver, redeem, take, be your God, bring in, give') comprehensively describes salvation from multiple angles, foreshadowing the gospel's complete deliverance.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Ancient Near Eastern covenant formulas used repetitive structures to emphasize commitment. The detailed promises in verses 4-24 establish the legal and relational foundation for the Exodus.

Reflection Questions

  1. Which aspect of God's comprehensive salvation most speaks to your need?
  2. How does this covenant structure foreshadow Christ's redemption?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 8 words
וּבְנֵ֣י1 of 8

And the sons

H1121

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

קֹ֔רַח2 of 8

of Korah

H7141

korach, the name of two edomites and three israelites

אַסִּ֥יר3 of 8

Assir

H617

assir, the name of two israelites

וְאֶלְקָנָ֖ה4 of 8

and Elkanah

H511

elkanah, the name of several israelites

וַאֲבִֽיאָסָ֑ף5 of 8

and Abiasaph

H23

abiasaph, an israelite

אֵ֖לֶּה6 of 8
H428

these or those

מִשְׁפְּחֹ֥ת7 of 8

these are the families

H4940

a family, i.e., circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people

הַקָּרְחִֽי׃8 of 8

of the Korhites

H7145

a korchite (collectively) or descendants of korach


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Exodus. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Exodus 6:24 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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