Levi
Ancestor of the Levitical priesthood.
Levi is the patriarch of the tribe of Levi, from whom the Levitical priests and temple workers are descended.
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Key Figures — 1 Chronicles 6
5 figures
Aaron
First High Priest of Israel.
Aaron, the brother of Moses, was appointed by God as the first High Priest, establishing the Aaronic priesthood.
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High Priest and son of Aaron.
Eleazar succeeded Aaron as High Priest and played a significant role in the leadership of Israel.
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Priest known for his zeal for God's holiness.
Phinehas, son of Eleazar, is noted for his zealous act in stopping a plague among the Israelites, earning God's covenant of peace.
Samuel
Prophet and last judge of Israel.
Samuel, a descendant of Levi, served as a prophet, priest, and judge, anointing the first two kings of Israel.