Their extended families increased greatly in numbers.
6:19 The sons of Merari:
Mahli and Mushi.
These are the clans of the Levites by their families.
9:9 Their relatives, listed in their genealogical records, numbered 956. All these men were leaders of their families.
26:6 His son Shemaiah also had sons, who were leaders of their families, for they were highly respected.
26:13 They cast lots, both young and old, according to their families, to determine which gate they would be responsible for.