Bible dictionary for children
Levite
A Levite is a member of the tribe of Levi.
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What does it mean?
A Levite is a member of the tribe of Levi. Levites had particular responsibilities connected with Israel's worship, though not every Levite was a priest.
Numbers describes Levites assisting in service connected with the tabernacle. Their tasks belong to the organization of the whole community.
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Why might a shared place of worship need several kinds of helpers?
An example from the Bible
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Aaron and His Sons Become Priests
Leviticus 8:1–36
Moses gathered the people and carried out the ceremony Yahweh had commanded to set Aaron and his sons apart for priestly service.
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Related reading: Numbers 3:6
“Bring the tribe of Levi near, and set them before Aaron the priest, that they may minister to him.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
