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First High Priest
Aaron
Exodus · c. 1529–1407 BC
Life
Moses' older brother and spokesman; consecrated as Israel's first High Priest. Made the golden calf in a moment of weakness.
Moses' spokesman; the ephod and the priesthood begin with him.
Key Facts
- Spoke for Moses
- Held up Moses' arms at Rephidim
- Made the golden calf
- Rod that budded
- Sons Nadab & Abihu died
- Died on Mt. Hor
Why this matters
Founder of the Aaronic priesthood — shadow of Christ's superior priesthood (Hebrews).