Bible Dictionary
Korahite
A Korahite was a descendant of Korah among the Levites. The Korahites served in temple duties and became notable singers, with several psalms associated with the sons of Korah.
Definition
A Korahite was a descendant of Korah among the Kohathite Levites. The Korahites formed an important branch of the singers and also served in other sanctuary duties.
Biblical Usage
The sons of Korah were associated with eleven psalms, including Psalms 42–49, 84, 85, 87, and 88. Their service included singing in Israel’s worship.
Historical Background
The Korahites were a branch within the Kohathite division of the Levites.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(1 Chronicles 9:19,31) Kor’-hite, or Kor’athite, that portion of the Kohathites who were descended from Korah. They were an important branch of the singers, (2 Chronicles 20:19) hence we find eleven psalms (or twelve, if Psal 43 is included under the same title as Psal 42, dedicated or assigned to the sons of Korah, viz., Psal 42,44-49,84,85,87,88,