Moses
Leader of Israel and mediator between God and the people.
Moses is responsible for organizing the Levites according to God's command, ensuring the proper functioning of the tabernacle.
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Key Figures — Numbers 3
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Aaron
High Priest and brother of Moses.
Aaron, as the High Priest, is central to the religious life of Israel, and his sons are appointed to serve in the priestly duties.
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Tribe set apart for service in the tabernacle.
The Levites are counted and assigned specific duties related to the tabernacle, replacing the firstborn of Israel as dedicated to God.
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One of the Levitical families responsible for the care of the tabernacle's coverings.
The Gershonites are assigned the duty of transporting the tabernacle's curtains, coverings, and other related items.
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One of the Levitical families responsible for the care of the sanctuary's holy items.
The Kohathites are tasked with carrying the most sacred objects of the tabernacle, including the ark, table, lampstand, and altars.
Related passagesMerarites
One of the Levitical families responsible for the care of the tabernacle's structure.
The Merarites are assigned the duty of transporting the frames, bars, pillars, and bases of the tabernacle.
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