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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: Fellow Levites</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/f/fellow_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/f/fellow.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> > Fellow 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/f/fellow_jews.htm" title="Fellow Jews">◄</a> Fellow Levites <a href="/topical/f/fellow_priests.htm" title="Fellow 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 term "Fellow Levites" refers to the members of the tribe of Levi, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, who were set apart for specific religious duties and responsibilities. The Levites held a unique position among the Israelites, as they were chosen by God to serve in various capacities related to worship and the maintenance of the tabernacle, and later, the temple in Jerusalem.<br><br><b>Biblical Foundation and Role</b><br><br>The Levites trace their lineage to Levi, the third son of Jacob and Leah (<a href="/genesis/29-34.htm">Genesis 29:34</a>). Their special role was established during the time of Moses. In the aftermath of the golden calf incident, the Levites distinguished themselves by their loyalty to God, which led to their consecration for service (<a href="/exodus/32-26.htm">Exodus 32:26-29</a>). God declared, "Behold, I have taken the Levites from among the Israelites in place of every firstborn Israelite from the womb. The Levites belong to Me" (<a href="/numbers/3-12.htm">Numbers 3:12</a>).<br><br>The primary duties of the Levites included assisting the priests, who were also Levites but specifically descended from Aaron, in the service of the tabernacle and later the temple. They were responsible for the care and transportation of the tabernacle and its furnishings during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings (<a href="/numbers/1-50.htm">Numbers 1:50-53</a>). They also served as musicians, gatekeepers, and teachers of the Law (<a href="/1_chronicles/15-16.htm">1 Chronicles 15:16-24</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/35-3.htm">2 Chronicles 35:3</a>).<br><br><b>Subdivisions and Duties</b><br><br>The Levites were divided into three main families: the Gershonites, the Kohathites, and the Merarites, each with specific responsibilities. The Gershonites were tasked with the care of the tabernacle's curtains and coverings (<a href="/numbers/3-25.htm">Numbers 3:25-26</a>). The Kohathites were responsible for the sanctuary's most sacred objects, including the Ark of the Covenant (<a href="/numbers/3-31.htm">Numbers 3:31</a>). The Merarites handled the frames, pillars, and bases of the tabernacle (<a href="/numbers/3-36.htm">Numbers 3:36-37</a>).<br><br><b>Inheritance and Provision</b><br><br>Unlike the other tribes of Israel, the Levites did not receive a territorial inheritance in the Promised Land. Instead, their inheritance was the Lord Himself, and they were provided for through the tithes and offerings of the people (<a href="/numbers/18-20.htm">Numbers 18:20-24</a>). The Levites were given cities to dwell in, along with surrounding pasturelands for their livestock (<a href="/numbers/35.htm">Numbers 35:1-8</a>).<br><br><b>Spiritual Significance</b><br><br>The Levites played a crucial role in maintaining the spiritual life of Israel. They were instrumental in leading worship, teaching the Law, and ensuring the proper conduct of sacrifices and offerings. Their service was a constant reminder of the holiness required by God and the need for mediation between God and His people.<br><br><b>New Testament Context</b><br><br>In the New Testament, the role of the Levites is seen as a foreshadowing of the priesthood of all believers. While the specific Levitical functions ceased with the destruction of the temple in AD 70, the concept of dedicated service to God continues. Believers are called to be a "royal priesthood" (<a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a>), serving God and one another in love and truth.<br><br>The Levites' dedication and service remain a powerful example of faithfulness and devotion to God, illustrating the importance of worship, teaching, and community in the life of God's people.</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/f/fellow.htm">Fellow</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/homage.htm">Homage (51 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fallen.htm">Fallen (233 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fellow-bondmen.htm">Fellow-bondmen (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/concerns.htm">Concerns (20 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fellow.htm">Fellow (166 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/f/fellow_jews.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Fellow Jews"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Fellow Jews" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/f/fellow_priests.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Fellow Priests"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Fellow Priests" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>