Old Testament · Major figure
Uzziel
A son of Kohath and grandson of Levi, he was the patriarch of the Uzzielite clan of the Levites.
Uzziel was a son of Kohath and a grandson of Levi, serving as the ancestor of the Uzzielite priestly family. His descendants were tasked with specific duties regarding the care of the tabernacle and its furnishings. The name appears in several genealogical records throughout the Old Testament, including the post-exilic work of Nehemiah, indicating the enduring significance of his lineage within Israel.
In the text
- Verses
- 17
- Books
- 6
- First appears
- Exodus 6:18
- Last appears
- Nehemiah 3:8
Where Uzziel appears
17 verses · 12 chaptersIn the same books
- Hur15 versesA faithful leader who supported Moses in battle and helped oversee the construction of the tabernacle.
- Zichri13 versesA common name held by several men in the Old Testament, including Levites, tribal leaders, and priests.
- Abihu11 versesThe second son of Aaron who served as a priest but died for offering unauthorized fire before the Lord.
- Ithamar19 versesThe youngest son of Aaron who served as a priest and oversaw the construction of the Tabernacle.
- Nadab19 versesThe eldest son of Aaron who served as a priest but died for offering unauthorized fire before the Lord.
- Kohath31 versesThe second son of Levi and ancestor of the Kohathite clan, who were responsible for the care of the tabernacle.
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