Numbers 26:59 Meaning and Explanation
“And the name of Amram's wife was Jochebed, the daughter of Levi, whom her mother bare to Levi in Egypt: and she bare unto Amram Aaron and Moses, and Miriam their sister.”
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Read Full Chapter →Jochebed, Levi's daughter, married Amram and bore Aaron, Moses, and Miriam.
The Context of Numbers 26:59
Moses, Aaron, and Miriam's direct descent from Levi is established through their mother Jochebed.
What Does Numbers 26:59 Mean?
This remarkable genealogy traces Moses, Aaron, and Miriam back through direct descent from Levi. Jochebed is identified as Levi's daughter—an extraordinary detail showing that Moses' line springs directly from the tribe's patriarch.
The inclusion of Miriam alongside her brothers affirms women's place in family genealogy and communal memory, even though she was not included in the military census.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 26:59
What does Numbers 26:59 mean?
Jochebed, Levi's daughter, married Amram and bore Aaron, Moses, and Miriam.
What is the context of Numbers 26:59?
Moses, Aaron, and Miriam's direct descent from Levi is established through their mother Jochebed.