Bible Dictionary
IZHARITES
The Izharites were descendants of Izhar, son of Kohath and grandson of Levi. In David’s reign they served in temple treasury work and in civil offices and judgment.
Definition
The Izharites were descendants of Izhar, son of Kohath and grandson of Levi. In David’s reign, some served over the treasures of the house of Yahweh, while others handled outward affairs in Israel as officers and judges.
Biblical Usage
The Izharites are identified as a Levitical family and are assigned religious, administrative, and judicial responsibilities in the records of David’s reign.
Historical Background
Their duties included temple treasury work and civil oversight. The family’s descent through Izhar and Kohath places it within the Levitical lineage.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>iz'-har-its (yitshari): The descendants of Izhar, son of Kohath, and grandson of Levi (Nu 3:19,27). In David's reign some of these were "over the treasures of the house of Yahweh" (1Ch 26:23), others "were for the outward business over Israel, for officers and judges" (ibid., 26:29).</p>