Key Figures — Numbers 1

3 figures

1. Moses

   Leader of the Israelites and mediator between God and the people.

   Moses is instructed by God to take a census of the entire Israelite community by their clans and families.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 3 (Moses' calling at the burning bush)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 34 (Moses' death and legacy)

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2. Aaron

   High Priest and brother of Moses.

   Aaron assists Moses in taking the census of the Israelite community.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 4 (Aaron as Moses' spokesperson)
   • Leviticus Chapter 8 (Aaron's consecration as High Priest)

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3. Tribal Leaders

   Representatives of the twelve tribes of Israel.

   Each tribe is represented by a leader who assists in the census, ensuring that all men able to serve in the army are counted.

   Related passages

   • Genesis Chapter 49 (Jacob's blessings on the tribes)
   • Numbers Chapter 2 (Arrangement of the tribal camps)

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