Who was Eleazar?

Faithful High Priest

The story of Eleazar

Eleazar - High Priest of Israel
Eleazar - High Priest of Israel
Died: -1099High Priest of Israel

Eleazar was a son of Aaron, the first high priest of Israel, and a brother of Moses. He is best known for being one of the priests who carried the Ark of the Covenant into battle against the Philistines. According to the book of Numbers, Eleazar was appointed as the chief priest after his father Aaron's death, and was responsible for distributing land among the tribes of Israel. He was also known for being a wise and knowledgeable man, and was respected by the Israelites for his devotion to God and his leadership.

Name meaning

God has helped

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

High Priest of Israel

First mention

Exodus 6:23

Appearances in the Bible

71 mentions

Family

Relatives of Eleazar

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Eleazar in the Bible

Explore all 34 chapters where Eleazar appears

Exodus

Chapter 6

God Promises to Deliver the Israelites

God reminds Moses of his promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and confirms that he will free the Israelites from slavery ...

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Exodus

Chapter 28

The Priestly Garments

Instructions for making the priestly garments and anointing the priests.

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Leviticus

Chapter 10

Unauthorized Fire

God forbids Aaron's sons Nadab and Abihu from offering "strange fire" before him and they are consumed by fire as punish...

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Numbers

Chapter 3

The Levites

A second census is taken of the Levites, and their duties in serving the Tabernacle are outlined.

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Numbers

Chapter 4

The Duties of the Levites

The duties of the Kohathites, Merarites and Gershonites, the three divisions of the Levites, are outlined.

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Numbers

Chapter 16

Korah's Rebellion

Korah, Dathan and Abiram rebel against Moses and Aaron, but God destroys them and their followers.

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Numbers

Chapter 19

The Water of Purification

God commands the Israelites to purify themselves with the ashes of a red heifer.

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Numbers

Chapter 20

Water from the Rock

The Israelites are punished for not believing in God, as a result, Moses is not allowed to enter the promised land.

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Numbers

Chapter 25

The Sin of Baal Peor

Israelites commit idolatry and immorality with Moabite women, and a plague breaks out among them as punishment.

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Numbers

Chapter 26

The Census of the Israelites

A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.

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Numbers

Chapter 27

The Daughters of Zelophehad

The daughters of Zelophehad approach Moses, asking for their father's inheritance, as he has no sons. God commands that ...

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Numbers

Chapter 31

The War with the Midianites

God commands the Israelites to destroy the Midianites and Moses is angry with the officers for sparing the women.

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Numbers

Chapter 32

Reuben and Gad Inherit East of Jordan

The tribes of Reuben and Gad ask Moses for permission to settle in the land east of the Jordan River.

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Numbers

Chapter 34

The Borders of the Land of Canaan

God commands the Israelites to appoint Joshua as Moses' successor and to divide the land of Canaan among the tribes.

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 10

The Second Set of Tablets

Moses commands the Israelites to follow God's commandments and to circumcise their hearts.

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Joshua

Chapter 14

The Inheritance of Caleb

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the tribes of Judah and Simeon.

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Joshua

Chapter 17

Manasseh's Territory

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the tribes of Manasseh and Benjamin.

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Joshua

Chapter 19

Tribal Allotments Complete

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the tribe of Simeon.

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Joshua

Chapter 21

Levitical Cities

Joshua allocates the land of Canaan by lot to the Levites and sets aside cities for them to live in.

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Joshua

Chapter 22

The Altar on the Jordan

Joshua reminds the Israelites to obey God's commandments and reminds the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and East Manasseh of the...

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Joshua

Chapter 24

Covenant Renewal at Shechem

Joshua gathers all the Israelites at Shechem and reminds them of God's faithfulness and calls on them to choose to serve...

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Judges

Chapter 20

Battle Against the Benjamites

The Israelites unite to punish the tribe of Benjamin for the crime, but end up killing all the men, women and children o...

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Matthew

Chapter 1

The Genealogy and Birth of Jesus

Matthew lists the genealogy of Jesus, showing that He is the promised Messiah and the son of Abraham and David.

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1 Samuel

Chapter 7

Samuel Leads Israel

Samuel leads the Israelites in a period of victory and prosperity. He judges the people justly and serves as a mediator ...

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2 Samuel

Chapter 23

The Last Words of David

David speaks his final words, expressing confidence in God's sovereignty and calling on future generations to trust in h...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 6

Levi's Genealogy and Roles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 9

Genealogies and Roles of Returning Exiles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 11

David Anointed King, Conquests, and Mighty Men

David becomes king over all Israel, establishing his reign in Jerusalem.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 23

Levites and Their Duties

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 24

Division of the Priests

The division of the priests and Levites into groups for the service of the temple, including the organization of musicia...

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Ezra

Chapter 7

Ezra's Journey to Jerusalem

Ezra's journey to Jerusalem and his arrival in the city.

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Ezra

Chapter 8

Ezra's Assembly

Ezra assembles the exiles to hear the law and to worship.

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Ezra

Chapter 10

Repentance and Renewal

The repentance and renewal of the exiles, including the removal of foreign wives and the celebration of the feast of the...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 12

Dedication of the Wall

The dedication of the wall of Jerusalem and the celebration of the feast of Dedication.

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