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Hebrew Bible / Old Testament · Person profile

Aaron

Aaron speaks alongside Moses before Pharaoh and becomes the central priestly figure in the wilderness narratives. His story includes both sacred responsibility and serious failure, especially in the golden calf episode.

Why this person matters

Aaron in the larger story

Priestly genealogies and later discussions of the high priesthood trace their line through Aaron. His role clarifies why “Aaronic” and “Levitical” overlap but are not identical terms.

Key moments and where to read them

  1. Speaking before Pharaoh

    Aaron acts as Moses’ spokesman during the signs and plagues.

    Exodus 7–12

  2. Consecrated for priesthood

    Aaron and his sons are set apart through a detailed ritual.

    Exodus 28–29 · Leviticus 8–9

  3. Death on Mount Hor

    Priestly garments pass from Aaron to Eleazar before Aaron dies.

    Numbers 20:22–29

Primary reference trail

Exodus 4:10–17 · Exodus 28–29 · Exodus 32 · Leviticus 8–10 · Numbers 20:22–29

The references above locate the profile’s central claims. They are not a concordance of every possible allusion or later tradition concerning Aaron.