Bible Dictionary
Gershon
Gershon was Levi’s eldest son. His descendants served in the tabernacle by carrying its curtains, coverings, hangings, and related fabrics, and later received Levitical cities.
Biblical Usage
The Gershonites carried the curtains, veils, tent-hangings, and related fabrics when the tabernacle was moved. Thirteen Levitical cities were assigned to them.
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