Dictionary of Bible Themes God's promise to the Levites, and to the family of Phinehas in particular, to maintain those who serve him faithfully in a lasting priesthood. Numbers 25:12-13God's covenant with Phinehas See also Numbers 25:10-11Phinehas was the grandson of Aaron. God's pledge of "a lasting priesthood", granted to him as a result of his zeal, probably means that the high priesthood would remain in his family. Ezra 7:1-5Psalms 106:30-31 Numbers 18:19 God's covenant with the Levites An everlasting covenant See also 2 Chronicles 13:5This covenant confirms the privileges and responsibilities of Aaron and his fellow Levites who have been called to Israel's priesthood. The reference to "salt" may underline the permanent nature of the covenant. God's covenant with David is also described as a "covenant of salt". Jeremiah 33:18-22Malachi 2:5-6 Requirements of the covenant Deuteronomy 10:8-9See also The Levites' portion is the LORD Numbers 3:12Malachi 2:8 The covenant violated See also Nehemiah 13:29By their unfaithfulness, Judah's priests have forfeited the blessings of God's promise to Levi. See also 5075 Abraham7364 fellowship offering 7376 high priest 7390 Levites 7412 priesthood 7766 priests |
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