The Tribe of Levi

Aaron

First High Priest of Israel who served as the spokesman for Moses during the Exodus

The first High Priest of Israel, elder brother of Moses, and primary spokesman for the Israelites during the Exodus from Egypt.

Abdi, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite ancestor in the genealogy of the temple singer Ethan

A Levite of the clan of Merari who served as an ancestral link in the genealogy of the temple musician Ethan during the United Monarchy.

Abiathar

High priest who escaped the massacre at Nob and supported King David

The last high priest from the line of Eli, Abiathar was a loyal companion to David during his exile but was eventually deposed by Solomon for supporting Adonijah.

Abihu

Son of Aaron who was struck down for offering unauthorized fire

The second son of Aaron who was appointed as a priest but suffered divine judgment for offering unauthorized fire before the LORD.

Abijah, Priest of the Restoration

Priest who signed the solemn covenant under Nehemiah following the return from Babylon

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile and signed the solemn covenant to observe God's law under Nehemiah.

Abijah, Priest of the United Monarchy

Priest who headed the eighth division of the twenty-four priestly courses established for Temple service

A descendant of Aaron through Eleazar whose priestly course served as a foundational division for Temple service from the era of David through the first century AD.

Abijah, Son of Samuel

Son of Samuel whose corruption led Israel to demand a king

Abijah was the second son of the prophet Samuel and served as a judge in Beersheba during the final years of the era of the conquest and the judges's transition.

Abishua, Son of Phinehas

Levite priest in the line of Aaron and ancestor of Ezra the Scribe

Abishua was a high-ranking Levite priest and the son of Phinehas, serving as a critical link in the high priestly line during the post-Exodus era.

Adaiah, Priest of the Post-Exilic Return

Priest who oversaw the work of the temple after the return from the Babylonian Exile

A prominent Levite and priest who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile to oversee temple operations.

Adiel, Priest of the Post-Exilic Period

Priest of the Immer family whose descendants served in the post-exilic Jerusalem temple

A priest of the tribe of Levi and descendant of Immer whose family served in Jerusalem following the return from Babylonian exile.

Ahimaaz, Son of Zadok the Priest

Priestly messenger who outran a Cushite to bring news to King David

A Levite priest and loyalist to King David known for his exceptional speed as a runner and his role as a tactical messenger during the rebellion of Absalom.

Ahiman, Levite Gatekeeper

Levite gatekeeper who helped reorganize Jerusalem after the Babylonian Exile

Ahiman was a Levite gatekeeper who served in the administrative and cultic reorganization of Jerusalem following the Babylonian Exile.

Ahimelech, High Priest of Nob

High Priest who was executed by Saul for assisting David at Nob

The High Priest at Nob who unknowingly assisted David during his flight from King Saul, resulting in the tragic execution of his priestly household.

Ahimelech, Son of Abiathar

Priest who assisted King David in organizing the divisions of the sanctuary service

A high-ranking priest during the reign of King David and a member of the line of Ithamar who assisted in the organization of the sanctuary service.

Ahimoth

Levite of the Kohathite clan who lived during the era of the conquest and the judges

Ahimoth was a Levite of the Kohathite clan who served in the priestly lineage during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Ahitub, Father of Zadok

Levite of the line of Eleazar and the father of the High Priest Zadok

Ahitub was a Levite of the line of Eleazar and the father of Zadok, who served as the prominent High Priest during the reigns of King David and King Solomon.

Ahitub, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite descendant of Amariah and father of Zadok in the high-priestly line

Ahitub was a descendant of Aaron within the high-priestly line of Eleazar, serving as a vital link in the genealogical record of Israel during the Divided Monarchy.

Ahitub, Son of Phinehas

Grandson of Eli and father of Ahimelech the High Priest of Nob

A Levite priest and grandson of Eli who served during the United Monarchy and fathered the High Priest Ahimelech.

Akkub, Levite Gatekeeper of the Return

Levite gatekeeper who guarded the temple storerooms after the return from Babylon

A prominent Levite gatekeeper who served at the temple and managed its storerooms following the return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon.

Alexander of the High-Priestly Family

High-priestly family member who participated in the interrogation of the apostles Peter and John

A member of the high-priestly family in Jerusalem and a relative of Annas and Caiaphas who participated in the trial of the apostles Peter and John.

Amariah, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite priest in the lineage of the high-priesthood during the Divided Monarchy

A Levite priest of the high-priestly line during the Divided Monarchy, identified as the son of Azariah and father of Ahitub.

Amariah, Priest of the Post-Exilic Return

Priest who signed Nehemiah's covenant and returned from the Babylonian exile

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile and signed the solemn covenant with Nehemiah in Jerusalem.

Amariah, Priest of the United Monarchy

Priest of the line of Eleazar who was the father of Ahitub and grandfather of Zadok

A Levite priest of the high-priestly line of Eleazar during the era of the conquest and the judges, serving as the father of Ahitub and grandfather of Zadok.

Amariah, Son of Hebron

second son of Hebron and a Kohathite Levite during the wilderness era

A Levite of the clan of Kohath and the second son of Hebron, recorded during the organization of the sanctuary service.

Amasai, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Kohathite branch and ancestor of the temple singers

A Levite of the Kohathite line who lived and is recorded in the genealogical registers of the tribe of Levi.

Amaziah, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite of the Merarite clan listed in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the United Monarchy who is recorded in the genealogical records of the temple musicians.

Ammiel, Son of Obed-edom

Levite gatekeeper and sixth son of Obed-edom

Ammiel was a Levite gatekeeper during the United Monarchy, serving as the sixth son of Obed-edom within the temple ministry.

Amminadab, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite chief who assisted King David in bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem

A prominent Levite chief of the Uzzielite clan who assisted King David in the sacred transfer of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.

Amram, Father of Moses

father of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam who lived 137 years in Egypt

A Levite of the Kohathite clan best known as the father of the three primary leaders of the Exodus: Moses, Aaron, and Miriam.

Amzi, Levite of the Exile and Return

Levite ancestor whose descendants performed the work of the temple in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah

A member of the tribe of Levi whose descendants returned from the Babylonian exile to serve in the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Amzi, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite of the Merarite clan listed in the genealogy of temple musicians

Amzi was a member of the tribe of Levi within the lineage of Merari, serving as a generational link in the ancestral records of the temple musicians.

Ananias the High Priest

High priest who prosecuted the Apostle Paul before Governor Felix

The Jewish high priest who presided over the initial trial of the Apostle Paul and later prosecuted him before the Roman governor Felix.

Annas

High Priest who led the preliminary trial of Jesus and daughter's husband was Caiaphas

Annas was a powerful Jewish High Priest of the first century who exerted significant influence over the Sanhedrin during the trials of Jesus and the early apostles.

Asa, Levite of the Exile and Return

Levite whose son Berechiah returned from the Babylonian exile

A Levite of the family of Elkanah whose son, Berechiah, was among the first group of Israelites to resettle in the villages of the Netophathites following the Babylonian exile.

Asaiah, Merarite Chief of the United Monarchy

Levite chief of the Merarites who assisted in moving the Ark of the Covenant

A prominent Levite and chief of the Merarite clan who assisted King David in the solemn transport of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.

Asaph, Ancestor of Mattaniah

Levite ancestor of the Temple musicians and prayer leaders during the post-exilic restoration

A Levite of the tribe of Levi whose descendants served as liturgical leaders in Jerusalem following the return from the Babylonian Exile.

Asaph, Levite Musician and Seer

Levite musician and composer of twelve Psalms who served as King David's chief singer

A prominent Levite musician and seer appointed by King David to lead worship and prophesy through music in the Tabernacle and later the Temple.

Asarelah

Levite musician and son of Asaph who led the seventh division of sanctuary singers

A Levite musician and son of Asaph who served in the sanctuary during the reign of King David during the United Monarchy era.

Assir, Son of Ebiasaph

Levite descendant of Kohath who maintained the priestly lineage during the Wilderness era

A Levite of the family of Kohath who lived during the era of the Egyptian sojourn and the Wilderness wanderings.

Assir, Son of Korah

Son of Korah and leader of a Korahite clan within the tribe of Levi

A Levite of the Kohathite clan and one of the sons of Korah who lived during the era of the Egyptian Sojourn and the Exodus.

Azariah son of Obed

Commander of hundreds who helped restore King Joash to the throne

A military commander of the Tribe of Levi who played a crucial role in the covenant to overthrow Queen Athaliah and restore the Davidic line through King Joash.

Azariah, Chief Priest of the Divided Monarchy

Chief priest who confronted King Uzziah for attempting to burn incense in the Temple

A bold chief priest during the reign of King Uzziah who led a group of eighty priests to prevent the king from unlawfully burning incense in the Temple.

Azariah, Chief Priest of the Zadokite Lineage

Chief priest of the Zadokite line who oversaw the Temple storehouses during King Hezekiah's reforms

A chief priest of the line of Zadok who managed the Temple storehouses and oversaw the abundance of offerings during King Hezekiah’s religious reforms.

Azariah, High Priest of the Divided Monarchy

Chief official of God's temple and father of the Chief Priest Seraiah

Azariah was a high official in the Temple of Jerusalem and a key link in the Aaronic priesthood during the late Divided Monarchy, serving as the father of the Chief Priest Seraiah.

Azariah, Son of Johanan

Levite priest in the line of Zadok and ancestor of Ezra the Scribe

A Levite priest during the Divided Monarchy who served in the high priestly line and was the father of Amariah.

Azariah, Son of Zadok the Priest

Priest and high official in the court of King Solomon during the United Monarchy

A high-ranking official and priest in the court of King Solomon during the United Monarchy, descended from the line of Zadok.

Azrikam, Levite of the Post-Exilic Period

Levite ancestor whose descendants helped resettle Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile

A Levite of the Merarite clan whose lineage was vital for re-establishing temple worship in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile.

Baaseiah

Levite ancestor in the lineage of Asaph the musician

A Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges who served in the lineage of the temple musicians, specifically as an ancestor of Asaph.

Bakbakkar

Levite who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile

A Levite who returned to Jerusalem during the post-exilic period, serving in the restoration of temple life.

Bakbukiah

Levite who served as a leader of prayer and a temple gatekeeper after the exile

A Levite leader and gatekeeper who served in Jerusalem during the post-exilic return under Zerubbabel and Nehemiah.

Bani, Levite of the Return

Levite leader who instructed the people in the Law and led the public confession under Ezra

A prominent Levite during the post-exilic return to Jerusalem who assisted Ezra in teaching the Law and led the congregation in public confession and worship.

Bani, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite ancestor in the lineage of the temple singer Ethan

A Levite during the era of the conquest and the judges, positioned within the genealogical line of Ethan the singer.

Barnabas

Prophet and leader in the Antioch church who mentored the Apostle Paul

A Levite from Cyprus and prominent early church leader recognized by the Holy Spirit as a prophet and teacher within the Christian community at Antioch.

Benaiah, Priest of the United Monarchy

Priest who blew the trumpet regularly before the ark of the covenant

A Levite priest who played the trumpet before the ark of the covenant during the reign of King David.

Beno

Levite descendant of Merari through Jaaziah mentioned in the genealogical records of King David

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the United Monarchy, identified as the son of Jaaziah and a participant in the Davidic organization of the sanctuary.

Berechiah, Father of Asaph

Levite guardian of the Ark and the father of the musician Asaph

A Levite of the Gershonite line who served as a guardian of the Ark of the Covenant and was the father of the prominent musician Asaph.

Berechiah, Son of Asa

Levite of the Post-Exilic Period who settled in the villages of the Netophathites

A Levite who returned from the Babylonian Exile and settled in the rural villages of the Netophathites near Jerusalem.

Beriah, Levite of the Egypt and Wilderness Era

Levite descendant of Shimei whose family was merged with his brother's for sanctuary service

A Levite of the Gershonite line during the Egyptian Sojourn and Wilderness era, known for being combined with his brother's family for service assignments.

Bilgah, Priest of the Post-Exilic Period

Priest who returned from the Babylonian Exile and sealed the covenant under Nehemiah

Bilgah was a prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian Exile with Zerubbabel and later participated in the covenant renewal under Nehemiah.

Bukki, Priest in the Line of Eleazar

Levite priest in the direct line of Eleazar and ancestor of Ezra the Scribe

A Levite priest of the line of Eleazar who served in the high priestly genealogy between the eras of the judges and the early monarchy.

Bukkiah

Levite musician and son of Heman who led the sixth division of temple singers

A Levite musician and son of Heman the Singer who was appointed by King David to lead the sixth division of temple musicians.

Caiaphas

High Priest who presided over the Sanhedrin during the trial of Jesus

The influential Jewish High Priest during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus of Nazareth.

Chenaniah

Levite music director who led the singing during the transport of the Ark to Jerusalem

A high-ranking Levite during the reign of King David who served as the director of music and later as an officer and judge over Israel.

Conaniah

Levite officer who managed temple tithes under Hezekiah and donated livestock for Josiah’s Passover

A high-ranking Levite official who oversaw the temple treasuries and contributions during the religious reforms of King Hezekiah and King Josiah.

Ebiasaph

Levite son of Korah and ancestor of the Temple gatekeepers

A Levite of the clan of Korah during the Egyptian sojourn and Wilderness period, recognized as a founding ancestor of the Korahite gatekeepers.

Eder, Levite of the Merarite Clan

Levite of the clan of Merari and son of Mushi who served in the wilderness era

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the era of the Egypt and Wilderness wanderings, recorded in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles.

Elam, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite gatekeeper and fifth son of Meshelemiah who served during the United Monarchy

A Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite clan who served in the sanctuary during the United Monarchy as the fifth son of Meshelemiah.

Eleazar, Son of Aaron

High Priest who succeeded Aaron and assisted Joshua in dividing the Promised Land

Eleazar was the third son of Aaron and his successor as the High Priest of Israel, serving as a key leader alongside Moses and Joshua during the wilderness wanderings and the conquest of Canaan.

Eleazar, Son of Mahli

Levite son of Mahli who died leaving only daughters who married their cousins

A Levite of the clan of Merari who died without sons, resulting in his daughters marrying their cousins to preserve the family inheritance.

Eli

High Priest at Shiloh who mentored the prophet Samuel and suffered the loss of the Ark of the Covenant

Eli was a high priest of Israel at Shiloh and a judge during the era of the conquest and the judges, known for mentoring the prophet Samuel.

Eliab, Levite Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who played the harp according to Alamoth during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant

Eliab was a Levite musician appointed to play the harp during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem and subsequent Tabernacle worship.

Eliashib, High Priest of the Sheep Gate

High priest who led the rebuilding of the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem

The first high priest of the post-exilic return to participate in Nehemiah’s reconstruction of the Jerusalem walls, specifically rebuilding the Sheep Gate.

Eliathah

Levite musician and son of Heman who was appointed to the twentieth division of singers

A Levite musician and son of Heman the Singer who served in the temple during the reign of King David.

Eliehoenai, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite gatekeeper and the seventh son of Meshelemiah mentioned in the chronicles of David's reign

A Korahite Levite and the seventh son of Meshelemiah, appointed as a gatekeeper for the tabernacle during the reign of King David.

Eliezer, Son of Moses

son of Moses whose name signifies God's help in delivering his father from Pharaoh

The second son of Moses and Zipporah, whose name commemorates God's deliverance of his father from the sword of Pharaoh.

Elihu, Great-grandfather of Samuel

Levite ancestor of the prophet Samuel residing in the hill country of Ephraim

A Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges and the paternal great-grandfather of the prophet Samuel.

Elihu, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah noted for his strength and capability

A Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah, noted for his capability and strength in the service of the Tabernacle during the United Monarchy.

Elizabeth

Mother of John the Baptist, who recognized the unborn Christ

The mother of John the Baptist, a daughter of Aaron, and a kinswoman of Mary who recognized the lordship of the unborn Christ.

Elizaphan, Son of Uzziel

Levite leader who removed the bodies of Nadab and Abihu from the Tabernacle

A Levite leader of the Kohathite clan during the Exodus who served as a chief under Moses and performed the solemn duty of removing Nadab and Abihu from the sanctuary.

Elkanah, Ancestor of Heman

Levite ancestor in the Kohathite lineage during the era of the conquest and the judges

A Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges who appears in the Kohathite genealogical records as the son of Ahimoth and father of Zuph.

Elkanah, Father of Samuel

Father of the prophet Samuel who lived during the era of the conquest and the judges

A devout Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges, known as the husband of Hannah and the father of the prophet Samuel.

Elkanah, Levite of the Exile and Return

Levite whose descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile to resettle the villages of the Netophathites

A Levite whose descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile to inhabit the rural villages surrounding Jerusalem.

Elkanah, Son of Korah

Son of Korah and founder of a Levite clan during the Exodus

A Levite during the era of the Exodus and son of Korah who served as a progenitor of the Korahite clans.

Elkanah, Son of Shaul

Levite of the Kohathite lineage and father of Amasai during the era of the conquest and the judges

A Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges who served in the lineage of the Kohathites as the son of Shaul and father of Amasai.

Elzabad, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah noted for being a capable man of valor

A Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah, noted for his capability and service in the Tabernacle or Temple administration during the United Monarchy.

Ezra the Scribe

Scribe and priest who led the return from Babylon and restored the Law of Moses in Jerusalem

A priest and skilled scribe of the Tribe of Levi who led the second wave of exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem to restore the Law of Moses.

Ezra, Priest of the First Return

Priest who returned to Jerusalem in the first wave of exiles with Zerubbabel

A prominent priest who returned to Jerusalem from Babylonian exile alongside Zerubbabel and Jeshua during the late 6th century BC.

Galal, Descendant of Jeduthun

Levite descendant of Jeduthun whose family helped restore Jerusalem's worship after the exile

A Levite of the post-exilic period and descendant of the royal musician Jeduthun, serving in the restoration of Jerusalem.

Galal, Levite of the Restoration

Levite who settled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile

A Levite listed among the residents of Jerusalem during the post-exilic period following the return from Babylon.

Gedaliah, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who led the second division of temple singers under King David

A Levite musician and son of Jeduthun who was appointed by King David to lead the second division of temple singers in Jerusalem.

Gershom, Son of Moses

Firstborn son of Moses who was born in Midian

Gershom was the firstborn son of the prophet Moses and Zipporah, born in Midian during Moses' exile from Egypt.

Gershon

Eldest son of Levi whose descendants were responsible for transporting the Tabernacle's curtains and coverings

Gershon was the eldest son of Levi and the founder of the Gershonite clan, responsible for the transport of the Tabernacle's textile coverings during the Exodus.

Giddalti

Levitical musician and son of Heman who led the twenty-second division of singers in the house of the Lord

A Levite musician and son of Heman the king's seer, appointed by lot to lead the twenty-second division of temple musicians during the reign of King David.

Ginnethon

Priest who signed the covenant of Nehemiah

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile and signed the solemn covenant under Nehemiah.

Haggiah

Levite of the Merari clan whose name is preserved in the chronicles of the United Monarchy

A Levite of the Merari clan who served in the genealogical line of the temple musicians.

Hanani, Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who led the eighteenth division of temple singers under King David's arrangement

A Levite musician and son of Heman the Singer who served in the temple under King David's organized worship system.

Hananiah, Levite Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who led the sixteenth division of temple singers during the reign of David

Hananiah was a Levite musician and son of Heman who served as the leader of the sixteenth division of temple musicians during the reign of King David.

Haran, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite head of the families of Ladan during the United Monarchy

A Gershonite Levite during the United Monarchy and the son of Shimei, recognized as a head of a family within the house of Ladan.

Harim, Priest of the United Monarchy

Priest who headed the third of the twenty-four divisions of the sanctuary

A priest during the United Monarchy who headed the third of twenty-four divisions established for the service of the house of the Lord.

Hashabiah, Ancestor of Shemaiah

Levite ancestor whose lineage was vital for the post-exilic restoration of Jerusalem

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the period of the Exile and Return whose lineage is recorded in the genealogical registers of post-exilic Jerusalem.

Hashabiah, Levite Leader under Ezra

Levite leader who transported temple treasures and signed Nehemiah's covenant

A prominent Levite leader and priest who assisted Ezra during the return to Jerusalem and participated in the covenant renewal under Nehemiah.

Hashabiah, Son of Amaziah

Levite ancestor of the temple singers during the era of the conquest and the judges

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the era of the conquest and the judges, noted in the genealogies of the temple musicians.

Hashabiah, Son of Jeduthun

Levite musician who led the twelfth division of sanctuary music under King David

A Levite musician and son of Jeduthun who was appointed by King David to lead the twelfth division of sanctuary music during the United Monarchy.

Hasshub, Levite of the Post-Exilic Period

Levite of the Merarite line whose ancestry is recorded in the post-exilic genealogies of Jerusalem

A Levite of the Merarite line whose descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile to resettle Jerusalem during the Restoration period.

Haziel

Levite head of the family of Ladan during the reign of King David

A Levite of the Gershonite line who served as a family head during the reorganization of the priesthood under King David.

Hebron, Son of Kohath

Levite patriarch and uncle of Moses who founded a clan of Temple administrators

A Levite of the Kohathite clan and the son of Kohath, he founded the Hebronite family that served in administrative and religious roles through the reign of King David.

Heman the Singer

Levite singer and king's seer who led the Temple music under King David

A prominent Levite singer, musician, and king's seer during the United Monarchy, appointed by David to lead the worship in the house of the LORD.

Heresh

Levite who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian Exile

A Levite who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile, serving as one of the first inhabitants to resettle the holy city.

Hilkiah the High Priest

High Priest who found the Book of the Law in the Temple during the reign of King Josiah

The high priest during the reign of King Josiah who discovered the 'Book of the Law' in the Temple, sparking a national spiritual reformation in Judah.

Hilkiah, Son of Amzi

Levite of the Merarite clan and ancestor of Ethan the singer

A Merarite Levite from the line of Ethan who served in the musical service of the house of the Lord during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Hodaviah, Levite of the Return

Levite whose descendants returned to Jerusalem with Zerubbabel to rebuild the Temple

A Levite whose descendants were among the first group of exiles to return from Babylon to Jerusalem under Zerubbabel to rebuild the Temple.

Hodiah, Levite Teacher and Musician

Levite leader who explained the Law to the people during Ezra's public reading

A prominent Levite leader who returned from exile to serve as a teacher of the Law, a liturgical singer, and a primary intercessor during the reforms of Ezra and Nehemiah.

Hophni

Priest of Shiloh whose corruption led to his death and the capture of the Ark

A priest of Israel at Shiloh and son of Eli whose corrupt behavior and eventual death in battle signaled the end of his family’s priestly dominance.

Hosah

Levite gatekeeper of the Merarite clan assigned to the West Gate and Shallecheth Gate

A Levite gatekeeper who was assigned the Shallecheth Gate at the Temple in Jerusalem.

Hothir

Levite musician who led the twenty-first division of temple singers

A Levite musician and son of Heman the Singer who served in the temple worship during the reign of King David in the United Monarchy era.

Ibri

Levite of the Merarite clan mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the clan of Merari who served as a family head during the United Monarchy, specifically during the reorganization of the priesthood under King David.

Ichabod

Son of Phinehas whose name symbolized the departure of God's glory from Israel

The son of Phinehas and grandson of Eli, Ichabod is best known for his symbolic name meaning 'the glory has departed,' marking the Philistine capture of the Ark of the Covenant.

Iddo, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Gershonite line and son of Joah mentioned in the genealogies of Chronicles

A Levite of the Gershonite line who served as a link in the ancestral genealogy of the temple servants.

Immer, Ancestor of Priests

Priestly ancestor whose descendants served in the Temple after the Babylonian Exile

A Levite of the priestly line whose descendants served in Jerusalem following the return from the Babylonian Exile.

Immer, Priest of the United Monarchy

A high-ranking priest during the United Monarchy whose house served as the sixteenth division of the sanctuary and produced descendants who returned from the Babylonian Exile.

Issachar, Son of Obed-edom

Levite gatekeeper and seventh son of Obed-edom mentioned in the records of King David

Issachar was a Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite clan who served in the tabernacle during the reign of King David.

Isshiah, Son of Rehabiah

Levite of the line of Moses who served as the firstborn son of Rehabiah

Isshiah was a prominent Levite and the firstborn son of Rehabiah, serving in the liturgical and administrative structures during the United Monarchy.

Isshiah, Son of Uzziel

Levite leader of the Kohathites and second son of Uzziel

Isshiah was a Levite of the Kohathite clan and the son of Uzziel, recognized as a family head during the reorganization of the sanctuary service.

Ithamar

Youngest son of Aaron who supervised the Tabernacle inventory and the Levite clans

The youngest son of Aaron and Elisheba, Ithamar was a high-ranking priest who supervised the construction of the Tabernacle and the duties of the Levites during the Wilderness wanderings.

Izhar, Levite of the Exodus

Levite patriarch and father of Korah who belonged to the clan responsible for the Tabernacle's holy objects

A prominent Levite of the Kohathite clan and the father of Korah, known for his genealogical position during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Jaaziah

Levite of the Merarite clan whose descendants were listed among the priestly divisions

A Levite of the family of Merari during the Egyptian sojourn and wilderness era, recognized as a progenitor of several priestly sub-divisions.

Jaaziel

Levite musician who played the harp during the transport of the Ark to Jerusalem

A Levite musician and harpist appointed by King David to minister during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.

Jachin, Priest of the Post-Exilic Period

Priest who returned from the Babylonian exile to resettle Jerusalem

A prominent Levite priest who returned to Jerusalem following the Babylonian exile to reestablish the temple service.

Jaddua, High Priest of the Return

High priest who appears at the end of the genealogical list of the return from exile

A high priest of the Tribe of Levi who served during the post-exilic period and is recorded in the genealogical registers of the book of Nehemiah.

Jahath, Son of Shelomoth

Levite of the Izharite line listed in the priestly divisions of King David

A Levite of the Izharite line who served in the priestly divisions during the reign of King David during the United Monarchy.

Jahath, Son of Shimei

Levite firstborn of Shimei who served as the head of his father’s house during the wilderness era

A Levite of the Gershonite line during the United Monarchy who served as the firstborn head of his father Shimei's house.

Jahaziel, Levite of the Egypt and Wilderness Era

Levite of the house of Hebron who was the third son recorded in the Kohathite genealogies

A Levite of the clan of Hebron who served during the organization of the Tabernacle and the priestly divisions under King David's chronicled history of the Kohathites.

Jahzerah

Levite priest in the lineage of Immer mentioned in the post-exilic genealogies

A Levite priest of the post-exilic period and a descendant of Immer, listed among those who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian captivity.

Jathniel

Levite gatekeeper and fourth son of Meshelemiah

A Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite family who served in the tabernacle during the United Monarchy.

Jeatherai

Levite of the Gershonite line mentioned in the genealogies of the Temple servants

A Levite of the line of Gershom who served in the ancestral lineage of the temple singers.

Jedaiah, Priest of the Second Division

Priest who held the second lot in the twenty-four divisions of the sanctuary

Jedaiah was a prominent priest during the United Monarchy whose lineage was selected as the second of the twenty-four priestly divisions established for service in the Temple.

Jedaiah, son of Joiarib

Priest who was among the first to resettle Jerusalem after the Babylonian Exile

A prominent priest of the tribe of Levi who returned from the Babylonian exile and served as a head of a paternal house in Jerusalem.

Jediael, Son of Meshelemiah

Levite gatekeeper and second son of Meshelemiah who served in the sanctuary

A Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite clan who served in the Tabernacle and Temple during the United Monarchy.

Jeduthun, Ancestor of Post-Exilic Levites

Levite ancestor whose descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile to resettle Jerusalem

A Levite of the tribe of Levi whose descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile to resettle in Jerusalem and the surrounding villages.

Jeduthun, Chief Musician of David

Chief musician of King David who prophesied with the harp and founded a guild of Temple singers

A Levite of the United Monarchy who served as one of King David's three primary chief musicians and a royal seer.

Jehdeiah, Grandson of Moses

Levite descendant of Moses listed in the genealogical records of the temple

Jehdeiah was a Levite and the son of Shubael, identified as a descendant of Moses through the line of Gershom during the United Monarchy period.

Jehiel the Gershonite

Levite administrator who was in charge of the Temple treasuries and precious stones under King David

A prominent Levite of the Gershonite clan who served as a chief officer over the temple treasury during the reign of King David.

Jehiel, Descendant of Heman

Levite who helped cleanse the Temple under King Hezekiah

A Levite of the clan of Heman who participated in the spiritual cleansing of the Temple during the reign of King Hezekiah.

Jehiel, Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who played the harp according to Alamoth during the transport of the Ark

A Levite musician appointed to play the harp during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem and its subsequent ministry.

Jehohanan, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite gatekeeper and the sixth son of Meshelemiah mentioned in the genealogical records of the United Monarchy

A Korahite Levite and gatekeeper appointed to serve in the Tabernacle during the Davidic organization of the United Monarchy period.

Jehoiada, Father of Benaiah

Priestly leader of the house of Aaron and father of the mighty warrior Benaiah

A prominent Aaronic priest and military leader during the United Monarchy whose son Benaiah became the commander of Solomon’s army.

Jehoiada, High Priest of the Divided Monarchy

High Priest who saved the infant Joash and restored the Davidic throne

A pivotal High Priest who orchestrated the restoration of the Davidic line by crowning King Joash and overthrowing the usurper Queen Athaliah.

Jehozabad, Son of Obed-edom

Levite gatekeeper and second son of Obed-edom who served during the reign of King David

A Levite gatekeeper and the second son of Obed-edom, appointed to service at the Tabernacle during the reign of King David.

Jehozadak

Priestly bridge who was carried into Babylonian exile and fathered the High Priest of the Return

A high-ranking priest of the line of Zadok who was carried into Babylonian captivity and served as the link between the first and second temple priesthoods.

Jeiel, Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who played the lyre during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem

A Levite musician and gatekeeper appointed to serve before the Ark of the Covenant during its historic transfer to Jerusalem under King David.

Jekameam

Levite of the Kohathite clan and fourth son of Hebron

Jekameam was a Levite of the Kohathite clan, serving as the fourth son of Hebron during the organizational transition of the wilderness era and early monarchy.

Jerahmeel, Son of Kish the Levite

Levite mentioned in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles as the son of Kish

A Levite during the United Monarchy and the son of Kish, identified within the lineage of Mahli during David’s organization of the temple duties.

Jeremiah, Priest of the Post-Exilic Return

Priest who returned from Babylon with Zerubbabel and signed Nehemiah's covenant

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile with Zerubbabel and later participated in the dedication of the rebuilt walls of Jerusalem.

Jeriah

Firstborn son of Hebron and chief of the Hebronite Levites

The firstborn son of Hebron and a prominent Levite leader within the Kohathite clan during the era of the Egypt and Wilderness transition.

Jerimoth, Levite Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who led the fifteenth division of singers in the temple

A Levite musician and son of Heman the king's seer, Jerimoth was chosen by lot to lead the fifteenth division of musicians in the temple during the reign of King David.

Jerimoth, Levite of the Egypt and Wilderness Era

Levite descendant of Merari and son of Mushi during the wilderness era

A Levite of the Merarite clan and son of Mushi, Jerimoth served as a head of a household during the wilderness period and tribal organization of Israel.

Jeroham, Ancestor of a Post-Exilic Priest

ancestor of the priest Adaiah who served in the post-exilic temple

A Levite of the tribe of Levi whose descendant, Adaiah, served as a prominent priest in the rebuilt temple following the return from the Babylonian exile.

Jeroham, Grandfather of Samuel

Levite ancestor of the prophet Samuel and father of Elkanah

A Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges, notable as the father of Elkanah and the grandfather of the prophet Samuel.

Jeshaiah, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who led the eighth division of singers under King David

A Levite musician and son of Jeduthun who served as the leader of the eighth division of sanctuary singers during the reign of King David.

Jeshua, Priest of the United Monarchy

Head of the ninth priestly division during the era of exile and return

A high-ranking priest during the United Monarchy whose house served as the ninth division in the sanctuary rotation.

Jeshua, Son of Azaniah

Levite leader who supervised the Temple rebuilding and instructed the people in the Law during the return from exile

A prominent Levite who served as a leader and supervisor during the Jewish return from the Babylonian exile and the rebuilding of the Temple.

Jeush, Levite of the Egypt and Wilderness Era

Levite whose family was merged with his brother Beriah's due to having few descendants

A Levite descendant of Gershon who, due to having few descendants, was merged into a single census unit with his brother Beriah during the Davidic reorganization.

Joah, Son of Obed-edom

Levite gatekeeper and third son of Obed-edom during the reign of King David

A Levite gatekeeper and the third son of Obed-edom, appointed to service during the United Monarchy under King David.

Joah, Son of Zimmah

Levite of the Gershonite line during the Divided Monarchy who is recorded in the priestly genealogies of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Gershonite line during the Divided Monarchy, recorded in the ancestral genealogies of 1 Chronicles.

Jochebed

Mother of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam

A woman of the tribe of Levi who was the mother of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam during the Israelites' sojourn in Egypt.

Joel, Son of Samuel

Son of Samuel whose corruption as a judge led Israel to demand a king

The firstborn son of the prophet Samuel and a Levite judge appointed to serve in Beersheba during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Joel, Treasurer of the House of the LORD

Levite treasurer who managed the resources of the house of the LORD during the United Monarchy

A Gershonite Levite who served as a high-ranking treasurer of the house of the LORD.

Johanan, High Priest in the Days of Nehemiah

Levitical family head whose name marks the conclusion of certain records in the Book of the Chronicles

A high-ranking Levite and descendant of Eliashib, Johanan served during the Persian period and was central to the genealogical records of the post-exilic returnees.

Johanan, Son of Azariah the Priest

Priest in the lineage of Zadok who fathered the Azariah who served in Solomon's Temple

A Levite and high-ranking priest of the United Monarchy, Johanan was a descendant of Zadok who maintained the priestly line in Jerusalem during the era of the First Temple.

John the Baptist, Son of Zechariah

Prophet who prepared the way for Jesus and baptized him in the Jordan River

The last and greatest prophet of the old covenant era, who lived as an ascetic in the wilderness to prepare the way for the Messiah.

John, Member of the High Priest's Family

Member of the high priest's family who presided over the trial of Peter and John

A member of the aristocratic high-priestly family in Jerusalem who sat in judgment of the apostles Peter and John after the healing of a lame man.

Joiada, High Priest of the Restoration

High priest whose son was expelled by Nehemiah for marrying the daughter of Sanballat

A high priest of the Tribe of Levi during the post-exilic period, Joiada served in Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah and the Persian King Darius.

Joiakim

High priest who served between the time of Zerubbabel and the arrival of Nehemiah

High Priest during the post-exilic period who served as a vital link in the genealogical and ecclesiastical continuity of the returned Jewish community.

Joiarib, Priest of the Return

Priestly leader who returned from the Babylonian Exile and established a prominent paternal house in Jerusalem

A prominent priest and head of a paternal house who returned from the Babylonian Exile to re-establish the temple worship in Jerusalem.

Jonathan, Priest to the Tribe of Dan

Levite priest who established an idolatrous priesthood for the tribe of Dan

A Levite during the Period of the Judges who established a hereditary priesthood for an idolatrous shrine in the northern territory of Dan.

Jonathan, Son of Abiathar the Priest

Priestly courier who carried vital intelligence to King David during the rebellions of Absalom and Adonijah

A loyal priest of the tribe of Levi who served as a courier and intelligence agent for King David during the rebellions of Absalom and Adonijah.

Joram, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite descendant of Moses whose family managed the Temple treasuries

A Levite during the era of the United Monarchy and a descendant of Moses through Eliezer.

Joseph, Son of Asaph

Levite musician and son of Asaph who led the first lot of sanctuary singers

A Levite musician and son of Asaph who served as a leader of the temple worship singers during the reign of King David and the United Monarchy.

Joshbekashah

Levite musician who led the seventeenth division of singers in the sanctuary service

A Levite musician and son of Heman the king's seer, appointed by King David to lead the seventeenth division of sanctuary singers.

Joshua, High Priest of the Return

High Priest who led the return from Babylon and rebuilt the Second Temple

Joshua, son of Jehozadak, was the first High Priest of the Jewish community that returned from the Babylonian exile to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem.

Kadmiel

Levite leader who helped rebuild the Temple and led the public confession in Nehemiah 9

A prominent Levite leader who returned from the Babylonian exile to assist in the reconstruction of the Temple and the spiritual reformation of Jerusalem.

Kish, Son of Mahli

Levite whose sons married the daughters of his brother Eleazar to preserve their family line

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the era of Egypt and the Wilderness whose sons preserved the lineage of his brother Eleazar.

Kishi

Levite father of Ethan the Chief Musician

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the United Monarchy whose lineage was central to the establishment of choral worship in the Jerusalem Temple.

Kohath

Patriarch of the Levite clan responsible for the most holy Tabernacle objects

Kohath was the second son of Levi and the patriarchal ancestor of the Kohathites, the Levite clan responsible for transporting the most holy objects of the Tabernacle.

Korah, Levite of the Exodus

Levite who led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron and was swallowed by the earth

A Levite who led a major insurrection against the leadership of Moses and Aaron in the wilderness, resulting in his divine execution and serving as a lasting warning against rebellion.

Kore, Son of Ebiasaph

Levite patriarch of the Korahite gatekeepers whose descendants guarded the Tabernacle thresholds

A Levite of the Korahite clan whose descendants served as the hereditary gatekeepers and threshold guards of the Tabernacle.

Levi, Son of Jacob

Patriarch of the priestly tribe and participant in the massacre at Shechem

The third son of Jacob and Leah, a patriarch whose descendants were set apart as the priestly and ministerial class for the nation of Israel.

Libni, Son of Gershon

Patriarch of the Libnite clan of Levites during the Exodus

Libni was the eldest son of Gershon and a grandson of the patriarch Levi, serving as the eponymous founder of the Libnite clan within the Levite priesthood.

Libni, Son of Mahli

Levite descendant of Merari mentioned in the genealogies of the chronicler

A Levite of the Merari clan during the era of the Egyptian sojourn, identified as the son of Mahli and father of Shimei.

Maasai

Priest of the line of Immer who helped resettle Jerusalem after the Babylonian Exile

A Levite priest of the line of Immer who returned to Jerusalem during the Post-Exilic Period to restore temple worship.

Maaseiah, Father of Zephaniah

Father of Zephaniah the priest during the reign of King Zedekiah

A man of the Divided Monarchy whose son, Zephaniah the priest, served as a prominent diplomatic and religious official during the final years of the Kingdom of Judah.

Maaziah, Priest of the Post-Exilic Period

Priest who signed the solemn covenant during the time of Nehemiah

A prominent priest who served during the post-exilic return to Jerusalem and signed the solemn covenant under Nehemiah.

Mahazioth

Levite musician who led the twenty-third division of singers in the Temple

A Levite musician and son of Heman the king's seer, appointed by lot to lead the twenty-third division of temple music during the reign of King David.

Mahli, Grandson of Merari

Levite son of Mushi who is listed in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the Egypt and Wilderness era, recognized as a son of Mushi and a grandson of Merari.

Mahli, Son of Merari

Patriarch of the Mahlite clan within the tribe of Levi

Mahli was a prominent Levite patriarch whose descendants formed a major clan responsible for the Tabernacle's structural transport during the Exodus.

Malchijah, Ancestor of Asaph

Levite ancestor of the temple musician Asaph

A Levite of the Gershonite clan during the United Monarchy who served as a genealogical link to the temple musician Asaph.

Malchijah, Ancestor of Priests

Levite ancestor of a major priestly family that served in the Second Temple after the exile

Malchijah was a Levite and the father of Pashhur, whose descendants served as prominent priests in the Jerusalem temple during the post-exilic restoration.

Mallothi

Levite musician who led the nineteenth division of sanctuary singers

Mallothi was a Levite musician and son of Heman the king's seer, appointed to lead the nineteenth division of sanctuary singers during the United Monarchy.

Malluch, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite in the lineage of the temple singer Ethan

A Levite of the Merari clan during the United Monarchy, recorded in the genealogy of the temple musician Ethan.

Malluch, Priest of the Return

Priest who returned with Zerubbabel and sealed Nehemiah's covenant

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile with Zerubbabel and later sealed the covenant renewal under Nehemiah.

Mark

Missionary companion of Paul and Barnabas whose departure caused a rift between the two leaders

An early Christian missionary and companion of Paul, Barnabas, and Peter, whose departure from a mission caused a significant rift between Paul and Barnabas.

Mattaniah, Son of Heman the Singer

Levite musician who led the ninth division of sanctuary singers under King David

A Levite musician and son of Heman the King's Seer, Mattaniah served in the sanctuary as a leader of the ninth musical division during the United Monarchy.

Mattithiah, Firstborn Son of Shallum

Levite baker entrusted with preparing the sacred flat cakes for the temple after the return from exile

A Levite of the Korahite family who served as a gatekeeper and was entrusted with the sacred duty of baking the flat cakes for the sanctuary during the post-exilic return.

Mattithiah, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who played the lyre during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant

A Levite musician and gatekeeper during the reign of King David who played the lyre during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant.

Meraioth

Priest in the line of Eleazar who appears in the high-priestly genealogies of 1 Chronicles, Ezra, and Nehemiah

Meraioth was a Levite priest of the line of Eleazar, recorded as a crucial link in the high-priestly genealogy.

Merari

Son of Levi whose descendants were responsible for the structural frames and pillars of the Tabernacle

The third son of Levi and founder of the Merarite clan, tasked with the transport and maintenance of the Tabernacle's heavy structural framework during the Wilderness Wanderings.

Meremoth, Priest of the Return

Priest who weighed the Temple gold and repaired two sections of Jerusalem's wall

A prominent post-exilic priest who served as a royal treasurer and played a vital role in rebuilding Jerusalem's walls under Nehemiah.

Meshelemiah

A Levite from the Korahite division who served as a prominent gatekeeper and head of a significant family of sanctuary guardians during the United Monarchy.

Meshillemith

Priest of the line of Immer whose descendants served in the post-exilic Jerusalem temple

A descendant of Immer and a member of the tribe of Levi who served as a priestly ancestor during the post-exilic return to Jerusalem.

Meshullam, Levite of the Return

Levite priest of the line of Immer who preserved his lineage through the Babylonian Exile

A Levite priest during the Post-Exilic period who served in the priestly lineage of Immer, contributing to the re-establishment of Jerusalem.

Mica, Son of Zichri

Levite ancestor of Mattaniah who helped re-establish temple worship after the Babylonian Exile

A Levite of the line of Asaph whose descendants returned from the Babylonian Exile to lead temple worship in Jerusalem.

Micah, Son of Uzziel

Firstborn son of Uzziel and head of a Levite father's house

A Levite of the Kohathite clan and the firstborn son of Uzziel, appointed to organized service within the Tabernacle during the wilderness period.

Michael, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite ancestor of Asaph the temple singer

A Levite of the Kohathite line during the United Monarchy who served in the ancestry of the temple singer Asaph.

Miriam, Prophetess and Sister of Moses

Prophetess and sister of Moses who led the Israelites in song after the Red Sea crossing

A prophetess of the Tribe of Levi who served as a prominent leader of Israel alongside her brothers Moses and Aaron during the Exodus and wilderness wanderings.

Mishael, Son of Uzziel

Levite cousin of Aaron who removed the bodies of Nadab and Abihu from the sanctuary

A Levite during the Exodus who was tasked by Moses to remove the bodies of Nadab and Abihu from the sanctuary after they were struck down by God.

Moses

Prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments

The preeminent prophet and lawgiver of Israel who led the Hebrews out of Egyptian bondage and mediated the Covenant at Mount Sinai.

Mushi

Levite patriarch and founder of the Mushite clan who served in the Tabernacle ministries

Mushi was a prominent Levite and the eponymous founder of the Mushite clan during the era of the Egyptian Exodus and wilderness wandering.

Nadab, Son of Aaron

Firstborn son of Aaron who was killed by divine fire for offering unauthorized incense

Nadab was the firstborn son of Aaron and a high-ranking priest who was consumed by fire from the LORD for offering unauthorized incense during the wilderness wanderings.

Nepheg, Son of Izhar

Levite son of Izhar mentioned in the genealogies of the Exodus

Nepheg was a Levite of the Kohathite clan and a son of Izhar who lived during the era of the Egyptian bondage and the Exodus.

Nethanel, Son of Obed-edom

fifth son of Obed-edom who served as a Tabernacle gatekeeper

Nethanel was a Levite and the fifth son of Obed-edom, serving as a gatekeeper for the Tabernacle during the reign of King David.

Nethaniah, Son of Asaph

Levite musician who led the fifth division of singers in the house of the Lord

A Levite musician and son of Asaph who served as the leader of the fifth division of temple singers during the reign of King David.

Obadiah, Levite of the Return

Levite gatekeeper who served in Jerusalem after the return from Babylonian exile

A Levite gatekeeper and descendant of Jeduthun who served in Jerusalem during the post-exilic period following the return from Babylon.

Obed-edom

Levite who hosted the Ark of the Covenant and was blessed by God

A Levite during the United Monarchy who hosted the Ark of the Covenant and served as a musician and gatekeeper in the Tabernacle.

Obed, Son of Shemaiah

Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah noted for being a capable man of strength

Obed was a Levite gatekeeper of the United Monarchy, noted for his capability and service within the Korahite division of the temple guard.

Othni

Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah noted for his capability

Othni was a Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite family during the United Monarchy, noted for his capability and service in the house of the Lord.

Pashhur, Priest of the House of Malchijah

Priestly patriarch whose 1,247 descendants returned from the Babylonian exile to serve in the Temple

A Levite of the house of Malchijah whose descendants formed a significant priestly contingent in the post-exilic community of Jerusalem.

Pelaliah

ancestor of the Post-Exilic priest Adaiah

A Levite priest of the line of Malchijah who served in Jerusalem during the Post-Exilic period following the return from Babylon.

Peullethai

Eighth son of Obed-edom and Levite gatekeeper during the reign of David

The eighth son of Obed-edom and a Levite gatekeeper assigned to the sanctuary during the reign of King David.

Phinehas, Son of Eleazar

Priest who stayed a plague by executing an idolatrous couple and received a perpetual covenant of priesthood

Phinehas was a high-ranking priest known for his zeal for the holiness of God, famously halting a plague in Israel through an act of decisive judgment at Peor.

Phinehas, Son of Eli

Priest of Shiloh whose death fulfilled a prophecy of judgment against the house of Eli

Phinehas was a priest at Shiloh during the United Monarchy whose death coincided with the Philistine capture of the Ark of the Covenant.

Rehabiah

Grandson of Moses whose descendants were exceptionally numerous

The only son of Eliezer and a grandson of Moses, known for fathering a remarkably numerous lineage within the tribe of Levi.

Rephael

Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah noted for his capability and strength in Temple service

Rephael was a Levite gatekeeper and the son of Shemaiah.

Romamti-ezer

Levite musician who led the twenty-fourth division of singers in the house of the LORD

A Levite musician and son of Heman the Singer who served in the temple during the reign of King David and led the twenty-fourth division of sanctuary music.

Sachar

Levite gatekeeper who was the fourth son of Obed-edom

Sachar was a Levite gatekeeper during the United Monarchy, identified as the fourth son of Obed-edom.

Salome, Mother of the Sons of Zebedee

Mother of the apostles James and John who witnessed the crucifixion and visited the empty tomb

A devoted follower of Jesus and the mother of the apostles James and John, present at both the crucifixion and the empty tomb.

Samuel

Prophet who anointed the first two kings of Israel

A pivotal prophet, priest, and the final judge of Israel who presided over the transition from the loose confederation of tribes to the United Monarchy.

Sceva

Jewish chief priest whose seven sons were defeated by a demon-possessed man

A Jewish chief priest in Ephesus during the first century AD whose seven sons were known for attempting to exorcise demons using the name of Jesus.

Semachiah

Levite gatekeeper and son of Shemaiah noted for being a capable man of strength

A Levite during the United Monarchy and son of Shemaiah, noted for his capability as a gatekeeper in the Tabernacle or Temple administration.

Seraiah the Chief Priest

Chief Priest of Jerusalem who was executed by Nebuchadnezzar after the fall of the Temple

Seraiah was the final high priest of Solomon’s Temple in Jerusalem before its destruction by the Babylonians and the father of Ezra the Scribe.

Shallum, Father of Hilkiah

Priest of the line of Zadok and the father of High Priest Hilkiah

A high-ranking priest of the line of Zadok who served during the Divided Monarchy and fathered the High Priest Hilkiah.

Shallum, Levite Gatekeeper of the Return

Levite chief gatekeeper whose descendants returned from the Babylonian exile to serve in the Temple

A prominent Levite chief gatekeeper and head of a family whose descendants served at the Temple during the post-exilic return from Babylon.

Shamir

Levite descendant of Micah who served in the temple divisions

A Levite during the United Monarchy, Shamir was a descendant of Uzziel and the son of Micah, serving in the liturgical divisions of the temple.

Shaul, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Kohathite line and ancestor of the prophet Samuel

A Levite of the Kohathite clan and an ancestor of the prophet Samuel, recorded in the genealogies of the tribe of Levi during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Shebaniah, Levite of the Restoration

Levite leader who led the assembly in confession and signed the national covenant under Nehemiah

A Levite leader in the post-exilic community who led the Israelites in corporate confession and signed the national covenant under Nehemiah.

Shebaniah, Priest of the Post-Exilic Return

Priest who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile and served as a representative head of his paternal house during the reconstruction of Jerusalem.

Shebuel, Grandson of Moses

Grandson of Moses who served as the chief officer of the treasuries

Shebuel was a Levite, the firstborn son of Gershom and a direct grandson of the prophet Moses, who served as a chief treasury official.

Shebuel, Son of Heman the Singer

Levite musician who led the thirteenth division of singers in the temple

A Levite musician and son of Heman who served in the temple choir and led the thirteenth division of singers during the reign of King David.

Shelomith, Levite Son of Izhar

Levite leader and first-born son of Izhar who headed a division of the Kohathites

Shelomith was the first-born son of Izhar and a prominent Levite leader whose lineage was established for service in the Tabernacle and Temple.

Shelomith, Son of Zichri

Levite treasurer who managed the dedicated spoils of Samuel, Saul, and David

A Levite who served as the chief treasurer over the dedicated spoils of Israel's wars and sacred offerings.

Shelomoth, Son of Shimei

Levite head of the family of Ladan during the reign of King David

A Levite of the family of Gershon who served as a head of a household during the United Monarchy.

Shemaiah, Descendant of Jeduthun

Levite descendant of Jeduthun whose lineage was recorded during the return from Babylonian exile

A Levite of the post-exilic period and a descendant of Jeduthun, recognized as the father of Obadiah (also known as Abda) who returned to Jerusalem.

Shemaiah, Levite of the Jeduthunites

Levite who helped cleanse the temple during King Hezekiah's reforms

A Levite descendant of Jeduthun who participated in the sanctification of the temple during the reforms of King Hezekiah.

Shemaiah, Levite of the Post-Exilic Period

Levite of the Merarite clan who settled in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile

A descendant of Merari and son of Hasshub, Shemaiah was a prominent Levite who resettled in Jerusalem during the post-exilic restoration.

Shemaiah, Priest of the Return

Priest who signed the covenant under Nehemiah and participated in the dedication of Jerusalem's wall

A prominent priest who returned from the Babylonian exile and signed the renewed covenant under Nehemiah.

Shemaiah, Son of Obed-edom

Firstborn son of Obed-edom whose descendants were strong and capable gatekeepers of the sanctuary

The firstborn son of Obed-edom and a Levite gatekeeper known for his great strength and the leadership of his capable family during the United Monarchy.

Shemer, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite ancestor in the line of Temple musicians

A Levite of the Merarite clan during the era of the conquest and the judges, noted in the genealogical records of the Temple singers.

Shemiramoth, Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who played the harp during the return of the Ark of the Covenant

A Levite musician appointed by King David to provide liturgical accompaniment on the harp during the transport of the Ark of the Covenant.

Sherebiah, Levite of the Return from Babylon

Levite leader called a 'man of insight' who assisted Ezra and Nehemiah in the post-exilic restoration

A prominent Levite and man of insight who assisted Ezra in the return to Jerusalem and led the people in public worship and instruction in the Law.

Sherebiah, Levite of the Sealed Covenant

Levite leader who signed Nehemiah's covenant and led songs of thanksgiving

A prominent Levite leader who participated in the sealing of the covenant and led liturgical songs of thanksgiving during the post-exilic reconstruction of Jerusalem.

Shimea, Father of Asaph

Levite ancestor of Asaph the temple musician

Shimea was a Gershonite Levite during the United Monarchy and a direct ancestor of Asaph, the renowned temple musician.

Shimea, Son of Uzzah

Levite of the Merarite clan listed in the genealogy of 1 Chronicles

Shimea was a Levite of the Merarite clan during the era of the conquest and the judges, noted in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles.

Shimei, descendant of Merari

Levite of the Merarite line who is recorded in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Merarite line who is identified in the biblical genealogies as the son of Libni and the father of Uzzah.

Shimei, Gershonite Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite head of the family of Ladan and son of Jehiel

A Levite of the Gershonite line during the Egypt and Wilderness era, recognized as the head of a significant family within the house of Ladan.

Shimei, Hemanite Levite

Levite of the Hemanite line who helped cleanse the temple under King Hezekiah

A Levite of the Hemanite family who participated in the spiritual purification and restoration of the temple during the reign of King Hezekiah.

Shimei, Son of Gershon

Levite who founded the Shimeite clan and grandson of the patriarch Levi

A prominent Levite and grandson of Levi who established the Shimeite clan during the Egyptian sojourn and the wilderness wanderings.

Shoham

Levite descendant of Merari mentioned in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Merari clan during the United Monarchy, listed among the descendants of Jaaziah.

Sithri

Levite mentioned in the genealogy of Exodus as the son of Uzziel

Sithri was a Levite of the Kohathite clan and a son of Uzziel, born during the Egyptian sojourn and identified in the genealogies of the Exodus.

Son of Jehoiada

Priest who was banished for marrying the daughter of Sanballat

A priest of the high-priestly line who was banished by Nehemiah for marrying the daughter of Sanballat the Horonite.

Tahath, Levite of the Egypt and Wilderness

Levite descendant of Assir and ancestor of Uriel within the Kohathite genealogy

Tahath was a Levite of the Kohathite line, recorded in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles as a descendant of Assir and an ancestor of the prophet Samuel.

Talmon

Levite gatekeeper who returned from the Babylonian exile to serve in the rebuilt Temple

A Levite gatekeeper and head of a family who served at the temple gates during the post-exilic restoration of Jerusalem.

Tohu

Levite ancestor of the prophet Samuel

Tohu was a Levite of the house of Kohath and a direct ancestor of the prophet Samuel, living during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Uriah, Father of Meremoth

Priestly father of Meremoth who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem and manage Temple treasures

A member of the priestly family of Hakkoz who lived during the return from the Babylonian Exile and whose son assisted in rebuilding Jerusalem.

Uriel, Son of Tahath

Levite of the Kohathite line listed in the genealogies of the era of the conquest and the judges

A Levite of the Kohathite line who served as a link in the genealogical record of the temple servants.

Uzzah, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Merarite clan listed in the genealogy of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Merarite clan listed in the genealogical records of 1 Chronicles during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Uzzi, Priest in the Line of Eleazar

Levite priest in the direct ancestral line of the High Priest and Ezra the Scribe

A high-ranking Levite of the Kohathite line who served in the priestly succession during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Uzziah, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Kohathite clan mentioned in the genealogies of the era of the conquest and the judges

A Levite of the Kohathite clan recorded in the genealogical records of the Chronicler.

Uzziel, Son of Heman the Singer

Levite musician and son of Heman who was assigned the eleventh lot of temple service

A Levite musician during the United Monarchy who served in the temple worship under the direction of King David and his father, Heman the seer.

Uzziel, Son of Jeduthun

Levite who assisted King Hezekiah in the cleansing and sanctification of the Temple

A Levite musician and descendant of Jeduthun who participated in the purification of the Temple during the reign of King Hezekiah.

Uzziel, Son of Kohath

Uncle of Moses and Aaron and founder of the Uzzielite clan of Levites

A prominent Levite of the Kohathite branch and paternal uncle to Moses and Aaron during the Egyptian Sojourn and Exodus.

Zaccur, Levite Musician of the United Monarchy

Levite musician who led the third division of singers under King David

A prominent Levite musician and son of Asaph who served in the third musical division under King David during the United Monarchy period.

Zaccur, son of Jaaziah

Levite descendant of Merari through Jaaziah mentioned in the genealogical records of the United Monarchy

A Levite of the clan of Merari who served during the United Monarchy as a listed descendant of Jaaziah.

Zadok, High Priest under David and Solomon

High priest who anointed King Solomon and established a faithful priestly dynasty

A high priest of Israel during the reigns of David and Solomon who remained loyal to the Davidic line and established a permanent priestly dynasty.

Zadok, Priest in the Line of Eleazar

Levite priest who maintained the high priestly lineage during the Divided Monarchy

A Levite of the line of Aaron who served as an essential link in the high priestly genealogy during the period of the Divided Monarchy.

Zebadiah, Son of Meshelemiah

Levite gatekeeper and third son of Meshelemiah

A Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite clan who served in the sanctuary during the period of the United Monarchy.

Zechariah, Son of Isshiah

Levite of the Uzzielite clan mentioned in the genealogies of the Kohathites

A Levite of the Uzzielite clan who served during the United Monarchy as a descendant of Kohath.

Zechariah, Son of Jehoiada

Priest and prophet who was stoned to death in the Temple court by King Joash

A righteous priest and martyr during the Divided Monarchy who was executed by King Joash for rebuking the idolatry of Judah.

Zechariah, Son of Meshelemiah

Levite gatekeeper and wise counselor at the North Gate

A Levite gatekeeper of the Korahite clan known as a wise counselor who served at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.

Zechariah, Son of Pashhur

Levite ancestor whose lineage served in the Second Temple during the return from exile

A Levite of the post-exilic period who served as a temple worker and genealogical link during the repopulation of Jerusalem.

Zephaniah, Priest of the Divided Monarchy

Priest of the second rank who served as King Zedekiah's messenger to Jeremiah and was later executed by the Babylonians

A high-ranking priest of the second order who served as a royal intermediary to the prophet Jeremiah during the final years of the Kingdom of Judah.

Zerah, Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Gershonite line whose name is preserved in the temple genealogies of the era of the conquest and the judges

A Levite of the family of Gershom who served during the era of the conquest and the judges, noted in the genealogical records of the Chronicler.

Zerahiah, Priest in the Line of Eleazar

Levite priest in the high priestly line of Eleazar and ancestor of Ezra the Scribe

A Levite priest of the line of Eleazar who served in the high priestly genealogy during the era of the conquest and the judges.

Zeri

Levite musician who led the fourth division of singers under King David

A Levite musician and son of Jeduthun who served in the sanctuary during the reign of King David.

Zetham

Levite treasurer who managed the house of the LORD during King David's reign

A Levite of the Gershonite clan who served as a treasurer of the house of the LORD during the reign of King David.

Zichri, Levite of the Exodus

Levite son of Izhar and brother of Korah mentioned in the Exodus genealogies

A Levite during the era of the Egyptian sojourn and Exodus, Zichri was the son of Izhar and a brother of the well-known Korah.

Zichri, Levite of the Return

Levite ancestor of Mattaniah who returned from the Babylonian exile

A Levite of the line of Asaph whose descendants served as musicians and worship leaders in the post-exilic Jerusalem temple.

Zichri, Levite of the United Monarchy

Levite of the line of Eliezer who was the father of the treasurer Shelomoth

A Levite of the Kohathite line through Eliezer who served as a link in the genealogical record of the temple treasurers during the United Monarchy.

Zimmah, Gershonite Levite of the Ancestral Line

Levite of the Gershonite line who appears in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles

A Levite of the Gershomite line whose genealogy recorded in 1 Chronicles highlights the continuity of the priestly service during the Egypt and Wilderness era.

Zizah

Levite of the Gershonite clan who served as the second son of Shimei

A Levite of the Gershonite clan, Zizah was the second son of Shimei and a member of the priestly lineage during the era of the Egypt and Wilderness sojourn.

Zuph

Levite ancestor of the prophet Samuel who settled in the hill country of Ephraim

A Levite of the era of the conquest and the judges and an ancestor of the prophet Samuel, whose name also identifies the region of Ramathaim-zophim.