Key Figures — Numbers 8

3 figures

1. Moses

   Leader and mediator between God and the Israelites.

   Moses is instructed by God to set up the lamps in the Tabernacle and to consecrate the Levites for their service.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 25 (Instructions for the Tabernacle and its furnishings)
   • Leviticus Chapter 8 (Consecration of Aaron and his sons)

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2. Aaron

   High Priest and brother of Moses.

   Aaron is responsible for lighting the lamps in the Tabernacle as part of his priestly duties.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 28 (Aaron's priestly garments)
   • Leviticus Chapter 9 (Aaron's first offerings as High Priest)

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3. The Levites

   Tribe set apart for service in the Tabernacle.

   The Levites are consecrated and purified to serve in the Tabernacle, taking the place of the firstborn of Israel.

   Related passages

   • Numbers Chapter 3 (Census and duties of the Levites)
   • Numbers Chapter 18 (Duties and offerings for the Levites)

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