(SEE 6:29)
Merari had two sons: Mahli and Mushi. Mahli was the father of Eleazar and Kish.
Merari's descendants included Mahli, Libni, Shimei, Uzzah, Shimea, Haggiah, and Asaiah.
After King David had the sacred chest moved to Jerusalem, he appointed musicians from the Levi tribe to be in charge of the music at the place of worship.
