Bible Dictionary
Uzzielites, The
The Uzzielites were descendants of Uzziel and one of the principal families among the Kohathite Levites. They had responsibilities connected with the tabernacle and later temple service.
Definition
The Uzzielites were the descendants of Uzziel and one of the four principal families of the Kohathite Levites.
Biblical Usage
The Uzzielites are named among the Kohathite families in connection with the service of the tabernacle and later temple arrangements.
Historical Background
Their designation derives from Uzziel, a son of Kohath and uncle of Aaron.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
the descendants of Uzziel, and one of the four great families of the Kohathites. (Numbers 3:27; 1 Chronicles 26:23)