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Moli

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Moli is another form of Mahli, a son of Merari and ancestor of a Levitical family. The name appears in the postexilic account of 1 Esdras.

Definition

Moli is another form of Mahli, the son of Merari. The name appears in the postexilic account of 1 Esdras.

Biblical Usage

Moli is mentioned in 1 Esdras and is identified with Mahli in the corresponding account in Ezra.

Historical Background

Moli belonged to the Levitical line through Merari.

Scripture References

1Esd 8:47   Ezra 8:18

Related Figures

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
Mahli, the son of Merari. 1 Esdr. 8:47; comp (Ezra 8:18)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>mo'-li.</p><p>See MOOLI.</p>
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