Sithri סִתְרִי
Son of Uzziel, a Levite of the Kohathite clan.
Who is Sithri in the Bible?
Sithri was a son of Uzziel and a member of the Kohathite clan of Levites, mentioned in Exodus 6:22. As a descendant of Kohath, the son of Levi, Sithri belonged to one of the three main branches of the Levites, the tribe set apart by God to serve in the tabernacle and later the temple. His inclusion in the genealogical record of the Levites underscores the significance of priestly lineage in Israel's religious structure and demonstrates how the Kohathite family maintained its place among those chosen for sacred service.
Biography
Sithri is mentioned briefly in Exo.6.22 as one of the sons of Uzziel, who was a descendant of Kohath, the son of Levi. The Kohathites were one of the three main branches of the Levites, along with the Gershonites and Merarites. The Levites were the tribe chosen by God to serve in the tabernacle and later in the temple. Sithri is listed among the Kohathites in the genealogical record, which emphasizes the importance of the Levitical lineage and their role in the religious life of Israel.
Family
Siblings
- Mishael Tribe of LeviSon of UzzielA Levite who helped remove the bodies of Nadab and Abihu.View full profile →
- Elizaphan Tribe of LeviSon of UzzielA Levite leader from the Kohathite clan.View full profile →
- Micah Tribe of LeviSon of UzzielA Levite, son of Uzziel, during David's reign.View full profile →
- Isshiah MaleDavid's warriorKorahite warrior who joined David at Ziklag.View full profile →
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentExodus 1 verse
- Exodus 6:22
"The sons of Uzziel were Mishael, Elzaphan, and Sithri."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Hebrew | סִתְרִי |