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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: The Levites</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/t/the_levites.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/29-34.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/l/levites.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > The Levites</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/t/the_levite_within_your_gates.htm" title="The Levite within your gates">◄</a> The Levites <a href="/topical/t/the_levites_and_priests.htm" title="The Levites and Priests">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The Levites are one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe holds a unique position among the Israelites, primarily due to their special role in religious and priestly duties. The Levites are set apart for the service of the Tabernacle and later the Temple, and they are integral to the spiritual life of Israel.<br><br><b>Biblical Origin and Role</b><br><br>The Levites' origin is traced back to Levi, as recorded in <a href="/genesis/29-34.htm">Genesis 29:34</a>. Their distinct role is established during the Exodus from Egypt. In <a href="/exodus/32-26.htm">Exodus 32:26-29</a>, after the incident of the golden calf, the Levites demonstrate their loyalty to God by siding with Moses, which leads to their consecration for service. The Lord declares, "Today you have been ordained for the service of the LORD, each one at the cost of his son and brother, so that He may bestow a blessing upon you this day" (<a href="/exodus/32-29.htm">Exodus 32:29</a>).<br><br><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b><br><br>The Levites are charged with various duties related to the Tabernacle, as outlined in <a href="/bsb/numbers/3.htm">Numbers 3 and 4</a>. They are responsible for the care, transportation, and maintenance of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. <a href="/numbers/3-6.htm">Numbers 3:6-8</a> states, "Bring the tribe of Levi and present them to Aaron the priest to assist him. They are to perform duties for him and for the whole congregation before the Tent of Meeting, attending to the service of the tabernacle."<br><br>The Levites are divided into three main families: the Gershonites, Kohathites, and Merarites, each with specific responsibilities. The Kohathites, for example, are tasked with carrying the most sacred objects, including the Ark of the Covenant (<a href="/numbers/4-4.htm">Numbers 4:4-15</a>).<br><br><b>Priestly Functions</b><br><br>While all priests are Levites, not all Levites are priests. The priesthood is specifically reserved for the descendants of Aaron, Moses' brother, who is also a Levite. The priests perform sacrifices and other rituals, while the broader Levite community supports these functions. The Levites serve as assistants to the priests, as described in <a href="/1_chronicles/23-28.htm">1 Chronicles 23:28-32</a>.<br><br><b>Inheritance and Provision</b><br><br>Unlike the other tribes of Israel, the Levites do not receive a territorial inheritance in the Promised Land. Instead, their inheritance is the Lord Himself, as stated in <a href="/deuteronomy/10-9.htm">Deuteronomy 10:9</a>: "That is why Levi has no portion or inheritance among his brothers; the LORD is his inheritance, as the LORD your God promised him."<br><br>To support the Levites, the Israelites are commanded to give them tithes. <a href="/numbers/18-21.htm">Numbers 18:21</a> explains, "Behold, I have given the Levites all the tithes in Israel as an inheritance in return for the work they do—the work of the Tent of Meeting."<br><br><b>Cities of Refuge</b><br><br>The Levites are also given 48 cities scattered throughout Israel, including the six cities of refuge, as described in <a href="/bsb/numbers/35.htm">Numbers 35</a>. These cities serve as places of asylum for those who commit unintentional manslaughter, providing a vital function in the justice system of ancient Israel.<br><br><b>Spiritual Significance</b><br><br>The Levites hold a significant spiritual role, symbolizing dedication and service to God. Their lives are a testament to the importance of worship, obedience, and the sacredness of God's dwelling among His people. The Levites' service underscores the centrality of worship and the need for a dedicated community to facilitate the spiritual life of the nation.<br><br>Throughout the Old Testament, the Levites are seen as guardians of the covenant and the law, ensuring that the worship of Yahweh remains pure and undefiled. Their legacy continues to be a model of faithfulness and devotion in the service of God.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/l/levites.htm">Levites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites_of_the_amramites,_aaron_and_his_family_were_set_apart_as_priests.htm">Levites of the Amramites, Aaron and his Family Were Set Apart As Priests</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites_of_their_repentance_of_the_crucifixion_of_the_messiah.htm">Levites of Their Repentance of the Crucifixion of the Messiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites_were_judges.htm">Levites were Judges</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites_were_overseers_in_building_and_the_repairs_of_the_temple.htm">Levites were Overseers in Building and the Repairs of the Temple</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--age_of_when_inducted_into_office.htm">Levites: Age of when Inducted Into office</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--age_of_when_retired_from_office.htm">Levites: Age of when Retired from office</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--assigned_to,_by_families.htm">Levites: Assigned To, by Families</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--assisted_the_priests_in_preparing_the_sacrifice.htm">Levites: Assisted the Priests in Preparing the Sacrifice</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--carried_the_ark_of_the_covenant.htm">Levites: Carried the Ark of the Covenant</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--cities_assigned_to,_in_the_land_of_canaan.htm">Levites: Cities Assigned To, in the Land of Canaan</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--consecration_of.htm">Levites: Consecration of</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--custodians_and_administrators_of_the_tithes_and_other_offerings.htm">Levites: Custodians and Administrators of the Tithes and Other offerings</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--degraded_from_the_levitical_office_by_jeroboam.htm">Levites: Degraded from the Levitical office by Jeroboam</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--enrollment_of,_at_mount_sinai.htm">Levites: Enrollment of, at Mount Sinai</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--exempt_from_enrollment_for_military_duty.htm">Levites: Exempt from Enrollment for Military Duty</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--first_fruits.htm">Levites: First Fruits</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--functions_of_had_charge_of_the_tabernacle_in_the_encampments_and_on_the_march.htm">Levites: Functions of had Charge of the Tabernacle in the Encampments and on the March</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--functions_of_had_charge_of_the_temple.htm">Levites: Functions of had Charge of the Temple</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--gershonites_and_their_duties.htm">Levites: Gershonites and Their Duties</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--intermarried_with_canaanites.htm">Levites: Intermarried With Canaanites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--john's_vision_concerning.htm">Levites: John's Vision Concerning</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--killed_the_passover_lambs_for_the_people_of_the_captivity.htm">Levites: Killed the Passover Lambs for the People of the Captivity</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--land_allotted_to,_by_ezekiel.htm">Levites: Land Allotted To, by Ezekiel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--lodged_in_the_chambers_of_the_temple.htm">Levites: Lodged in the Chambers of the Temple</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--loyal_to_the_ruler.htm">Levites: Loyal to the Ruler</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--ministered_in_the_presence_of_the_ark_of_the_covenant.htm">Levites: Ministered in the Presence of the Ark of the Covenant</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--owned_lands.htm">Levites: Owned Lands</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--pensioned.htm">Levites: Pensioned</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--place_of,_in_encampments_and_the_march.htm">Levites: Place of, in Encampments and the March</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--prepared_the_shewbread.htm">Levites: Prepared the Shewbread</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--profits_from_in_lieu_of_landed_inheritance,_forty-eight_cities_with_suburbs_were_assigned_to_them.htm">Levites: Profits from in Lieu of Landed Inheritance, Forty-Eight Cities With Suburbs Were Assigned to Them</a></p><p 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Dathan, Abiram</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--set_apart_as_ministers_of_religion.htm">Levites: Set Apart As Ministers of Religion</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--subordinate_to_the_sons_of_aaron.htm">Levites: Subordinate to the Sons of Aaron</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--substituted_in_the_place_of_the_firstborn_children.htm">Levites: Substituted in the Place of the Firstborn Children</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--suburbs_of_their_cities_were_inalienable_for_debt.htm">Levites: Suburbs of Their Cities Were Inalienable for Debt</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--supervised_weights_and_measures_as_standards_of_doing_business.htm">Levites: Supervised Weights and Measures As Standards of Doing Business</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--teachers_of_the_law.htm">Levites: Teachers of the Law</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_chief_over_the_kohathites_was_the_oldest_son_of_the_ruling_high_priest.htm">Levites: The Chief Over the Kohathites Was the Oldest Son of the Ruling High Priest</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_chief_over_the_merarites_was_the_second_son_of_the_ruling_high_priest.htm">Levites: The Chief Over the Merarites Was the Second Son of the Ruling High Priest</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_kohathites,_consisting_of_the_families_of_the_amramites,_the_izeharites,_the_hebronites.htm">Levites: The Kohathites, Consisting of the Families of the Amramites, the Izeharites, the Hebronites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_list_of_those_who_returned_from_captivity.htm">Levites: The List of Those Who Returned from Captivity</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_merarites.htm">Levites: The Merarites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_plunder_of_war,_including_captives.htm">Levites: The Plunder of War, Including Captives</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_remaining_families_appointed_to_take_charge_of_the_ark_of_the_covenant.htm">Levites: The Remaining Families Appointed to Take Charge of the Ark of the Covenant</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--the_ruling_chief_over_the_gershonites_was_the_second_son_of_the_ruling_high_priest.htm">Levites: The Ruling Chief Over the Gershonites Was the Second Son of the Ruling High Priest</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--three_divisions_of,_each_having_the_name_of_one_of_its_progenitors-gershon,_kohath,_and_merari.htm">Levites: Three Divisions of, Each Having the Name of One of Its Progenitors-Gershon, Kohath, and Merari</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--tithes_and_other_offerings.htm">Levites: Tithes and Other offerings</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/l/levites--tithes_withheld_from.htm">Levites: Tithes Withheld From</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites_were_all_under_control_of_the_high_priest's_deputy.htm">The Levites were all Under Control of the High Priest's Deputy</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites_were_consecrated.htm">The Levites were Consecrated</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--bound_to_give_a_tenth_of_their_tithes_to_the_priests.htm">The Levites: Bound to Give a Tenth of Their Tithes to the Priests</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--ceremonies_at_consecration_of_cleansing_and_purifying.htm">The Levites: Ceremonies at Consecration of Cleansing and Purifying</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--ceremonies_at_consecration_of_elders_of_israel_laying_their_hands_on_them.htm">The Levites: Ceremonies at Consecration of Elders of Israel Laying Their Hands on Them</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--ceremonies_at_consecration_of_making_a_sin-offering_for.htm">The Levites: Ceremonies at Consecration of Making a Sin-Offering For</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--ceremonies_at_consecration_of_presenting_them_to_god_as_an_offering_for_the_people.htm">The Levites: Ceremonies at Consecration of Presenting Them to God As an offering for the People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--ceremonies_at_consecration_of_setting_before_the_priest_and_presenting_them_as_their.htm">The Levites: Ceremonies at Consecration of Setting Before the Priest and Presenting Them As Their</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--chosen_by_god_for_service_of_the_sanctuary.htm">The Levites: Chosen by God for Service of the Sanctuary</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--david_by_his_last_words_had_them_numbered_from_twenty_years_old.htm">The Levites: David by his Last Words had Them Numbered from Twenty Years Old</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--david--divided_them_into_four_classed.htm">The Levites: David: Divided Them Into Four Classed</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--david--made_them_attend_in_courses.htm">The Levites: David: Made Them Attend in Courses</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--david--made_them_serve_from_twenty_on_account_of_the_lightness_of.htm">The Levites: David: Made Them Serve from Twenty on Account of the Lightness of</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--david--numbered_them_first_from_thirty_years_old.htm">The Levites: David: Numbered Them First from Thirty Years Old</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--david--subdivided_into_24_courses.htm">The Levites: David: Subdivided Into 24 Courses</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--descended_from_jacob's_third_son.htm">The Levites: Descended from Jacob's Third Son</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--eight_and_forty_cities_with_extensive_suburbs,_appointed_for.htm">The Levites: Eight and Forty Cities With Extensive Suburbs, Appointed For</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--encamped_round_the_tabernacle.htm">The Levites: Encamped Round the Tabernacle</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--entered_on_their_service_at_twenty-five_years_of_age.htm">The Levites: Entered on Their Service at Twenty-Five Years of Age</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--families,_as_numbered_of_gershom.htm">The Levites: Families, As Numbered of Gershom</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--families,_as_numbered_of_kohath.htm">The Levites: Families, As Numbered of Kohath</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--families,_as_numbered_of_merari.htm">The Levites: Families, As Numbered of Merari</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--given_to_aaron_and_sons.htm">The Levites: Given to Aaron and Sons</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--guarded_king's_person_and_house_in_times_of_danger.htm">The Levites: Guarded King's Person and House in Times of Danger</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--had_a_part_of_their_offerings.htm">The Levites: had a Part of Their offerings</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--had_chiefs_or_officers_over_them.htm">The Levites: had Chiefs or officers Over Them</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--had_no_inheritance_in_israel.htm">The Levites: had No Inheritance in Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--marched_in_the_centre_of_israel.htm">The Levites: Marched in the Centre of Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/ttt/t/the_levites--not_numbered_with_israel.htm">The Levites: Not Numbered With Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a 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