family

Definition

The biblical family was a community of persons related by marriage or kinship including what today is called "extended" family.

The Hebrew family was a religious community passing on traditions through worship and instruction.
Usually the father was the major authority of the family.
Family could also include servants, concubines, even foreigners.
Some languages may have a broader word such as "clan" or "household" that would fit better in contexts where more than just parents and children are being referred to.