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People group

Priests

religious group

Hereditary order of Aaron's descendants who offered sacrifices, tended the temple, and instructed Israel in the Law.

386 appearances35 Bible books1 known aliases

Who or what is this?

The hereditary order of 's descendants who offered sacrifices, tended the tabernacle and temple, pronounced blessings, and instructed Israel in the Law. Their duties, garments, and consecration are detailed in Exodus and Leviticus, and the priesthood remains a central institution through the prophets, the Gospels, and the letter to the . The New Testament reinterprets the priesthood around , the great high priest, and the priesthood of all believers.

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