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Korhites

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The Korhites were a Levitical family descended from Korah. The name is another form of “Korahites,” who served in the sanctuary and in Israel’s worship.

Definition

Korhites, or Korahites, were a Levitical family descended from Korah. The name is another form used for the Korahites.

Biblical Usage

Korhites are associated with Levitical service and with the sanctuary ministry of the Korahite family.

Historical Background

The form “Korhites” occurs in the King James Version in records concerning the Levites and their service.

Scripture References

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Easton's Bible Dictionary
A Levitical family descended from Korah (Ex. 6:24; 1 Chr. 12:6; 26:1; 2 Chr. 20:19).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>kor'-hits: In the King James Version for "Korahites" in Ex 6:24; 1Ch 12:6; 26:1; 2Ch 20:19.</p><p>See KORAH, 3.</p>
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