Eliasaph אֶלְיָסָף

Male H0460H 1 book

Son of Lael, leader of the Gershonite Levites

Biography

Eliasaph, the son of Lael, is mentioned in Num.3.24 as the leader of the Gershonite clan of the Levites during the wilderness journey. The Gershonites were one of the three main divisions of the Levites, along with the Kohathites and Merarites. They were responsible for the care and transportation of the tabernacle's curtains, coverings, and related items (Num.3.25-26). As the leader of the Gershonites, Eliasaph would have overseen their duties and ensured that they fulfilled their responsibilities in the service of the tabernacle.

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In Scripture

1 biblical book
Numbers 1 verse
  • Numbers 3:24

    "Eliasaph the son of Lael shall be the prince of the fathers’ house of the Gershonites."

Names & Aliases

Form Language Script Strong's
Named Hebrew אֶלְיָסָף H0460H