Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: Levi is a significant figure in the Bible, known as the third son of Jacob and Leah. His name is associated with the tribe of Levi, which played a crucial role in the religious and priestly life of Israel. The Levites were set apart for specific duties related to worship and the tabernacle, and later the temple. Biblical Background: Levi was born to Jacob and Leah, as recorded in Genesis 29:34: "Again she conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, 'Now at last my husband will become attached to me, because I have borne him three sons.' So he was named Levi." The name "Levi" is often associated with the Hebrew word "lavah," meaning "to join" or "to attach." Role and Significance: Levi's descendants, the Levites, were chosen by God for special service. This selection is highlighted in the aftermath of the golden calf incident, where the Levites stood with Moses against idolatry (Exodus 32:26-29). As a result, they were set apart for the service of the tabernacle: "At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day" (Deuteronomy 10:8). Priestly Duties: The Levites were responsible for various duties in the tabernacle and later the temple. They assisted the priests, who were descendants of Aaron, a Levite himself. Numbers 3:6-9 outlines their responsibilities: "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 community at the Tent of Meeting by doing the work of the tabernacle." Inheritance and Cities: Unlike other tribes, the Levites did not receive a territorial inheritance in the Promised Land. Instead, they were given cities scattered throughout Israel, as described in Joshua 21. Their inheritance was the LORD Himself, as stated in Deuteronomy 18:1-2: "The Levitical priests—indeed the whole tribe of Levi—shall have no portion or inheritance with Israel. They shall eat the offerings made by fire to the LORD, for that is their inheritance." Levi in Prophecy and History: Levi's role extends into prophetic literature, where the purification and restoration of the Levitical priesthood are anticipated. Malachi 3:3 speaks of refining the Levites: "He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver; He will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, so that they may present offerings to the LORD in righteousness." New Testament References: In the New Testament, the Levites are mentioned in the context of their historical and religious significance. The Gospel of Luke references a Levite in the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:32), illustrating the cultural and religious expectations of the time. Conclusion: Levi's legacy is deeply embedded in the religious life of Israel, with his descendants serving as key figures in the worship and spiritual leadership of the nation. The Levites' dedication to God and their unique role in Israel's history underscore the importance of faithfulness and service in the biblical narrative. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary LeviSmith's Bible Dictionary Levi(joined).
ATS Bible Dictionary Levi1. The third son of Jacob and Leah, born in Mesopotamia; and father of three sons, and of Jochebed the mother of Moses, Genesis 29:34 Exodus 6:16-20. For his share in the treacherous massacre of the Shechemites, Genesis 34:1-31, his father at death foreboded evil to his posterity, Genesis 49:5-7; but as they afterwards stood forth on the Lord's side, Moses was charged to bless them, Exodus 32:26-29 De 33:8-11. The tribe of Levi was, according to Jacob's prediction, scattered over all Israel, having no share in the cities in the portions of other tribes. All the tithes, first fruits, and offerings, presented at the temple, as well as several parts of all the victims that were offered belonged to the tribe of Levi. See LEVITES. 2. The apostle Matthew was also called Levi. See MATTHEW. Easton's Bible Dictionary Adhesion. (1.) The third son of Jacob by Leah. The origin of the name is found in Leah's words (Genesis 29:34), "This time will my husband be joined [Hebrews yillaveh] unto me." He is mentioned as taking a prominent part in avenging his sister Dinah (Genesis 34:25-31). He and his three sons went down with Jacob (46:11) into Egypt, where he died at the age of one hundred and thirty-seven years (Exodus 6:16). (2.) The father of Matthat, and son of Simeon, of the ancestors of Christ (Luke 3:29). (3.) Luke 3:24. (4.) One of the apostles, the son of Alphaeus (Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27, 29), called also Matthew (Matthew 9:9). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia LEVI (1)le'-vi (Lewi; Leui; Westcott and Hort, The New Testament in Greek Leuei): LEVI (2) (Lewi; Leuei): The third of Leah's sons born to Jacob in Paddan-aram (Genesis 29:34). In this passage the name is connected with the verb lawah, "to adhere," or "be joined to," Leah expressing assurance that with the birth of this third son, her husband might be drawn closer to her in the bonds of conjugal affection. There is a play upon the name in Numbers 18:2, 4, where direction is given that the tribe of Levi be "joined unto" Aaron in the ministries of the sanctuary. The etymology here suggested is simple and reasonable. The grounds on which some modern scholars reject it are purely conjectural. It is asserted, e.g., that the name is adjectival, not nominal, describing one who attaches himself; and this is used to support theory that the Levites were those who joined the Semitic people when they left Egypt to return to Palestine, who therefore were probably Egyptians. Others think it may be a gentilic form le'ah, "wild cow" (Wellhausen, Prolegomena, 146; Stade, Stade, Geschichte des Volkes Israel, 152); and this is held to be the more probable, as pointing to early totem worship! Greek 3017. Leui -- Levi, the name of several Israelites ... Levi, the name of several Israelites. Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Leui Phonetic Spelling: (lyoo'-ee) Short Definition: Levi ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3017.htm - 6k 3018. Leuis -- Levi. 3019. Leuites -- a Levite, a descendant of Levi 3020. Leuitikos -- Levitical 256. Alphaios -- Alpha Strong's Hebrew 3878. Levi -- a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him... 3877, 3878. Levi. 3879 . a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him. Transliteration: Levi Phonetic Spelling: (lay-vee') Short Definition: Levi. ... /hebrew/3878.htm - 6k 3881. Leviyyi -- descendant of Levi 4847. Merari -- a son of Levi 3879. Levay -- descendant of Levi 6955. Qehath -- a son of Levi 1648. Gereshon -- a son of Levi Library Levi-Matthew The Call of Levi the Publican Christ in Relation to the Baptist. ... The Testament of Levi Concerning the Priesthood and Arrogance. The Call and Feast of Levi Types of the Death of Christ Isaac; Joseph; Jacob against Simeon ... But when John, the Son of Levi, Who... But the Hatred that John, the Son of Levi... Annas and Caiaphas, Summas and Datam, Gamaliel, Judas, Levi... A Second Time the Master Zachyas, Doctor of the Law... Whether Christ Paid Tithes in Abraham's Loins? Thesaurus Levi (79 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. LEVI (1). ... See MATTHEW. LEVI (2). (Lewi; Leuei): The third of Leah's sons born to Jacob in Paddan-aram (Genesis 29:34). ... /l/levi.htm - 35k Levi's (2 Occurrences) Levi'athan (2 Occurrences) Alphaeus (5 Occurrences) Merar'i (32 Occurrences) Amram (14 Occurrences) Kohath (30 Occurrences) Gershom (16 Occurrences) Gershon (23 Occurrences) Jahath (7 Occurrences) Resources Who was Levi in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat can we learn from the tribe of Levi / the Levites? | GotQuestions.org What was the Levitical priesthood? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Levi (79 Occurrences)Mark 2:14 Luke 3:24 Luke 3:29 Luke 3:30 Luke 5:27 Luke 5:29 Hebrews 7:5 Hebrews 7:6 Hebrews 7:9 Hebrews 7:10 Hebrews 7:11 Revelation 7:7 Genesis 29:34 Genesis 34:25 Genesis 34:30 Genesis 35:23 Genesis 46:11 Genesis 49:5 Exodus 1:2 Exodus 2:1 Exodus 6:16 Exodus 6:19 Exodus 32:26 Exodus 32:28 Numbers 1:47 Numbers 1:49 Numbers 3:6 Numbers 3:15 Numbers 3:17 Numbers 3:32 Numbers 4:2 Numbers 16:1 Numbers 16:7 Numbers 16:8 Numbers 16:10 Numbers 17:3 Numbers 17:8 Numbers 18:2 Numbers 18:21 Numbers 26:58 Numbers 26:59 Deuteronomy 10:8 Deuteronomy 10:9 Deuteronomy 18:1 Deuteronomy 21:5 Deuteronomy 27:12 Deuteronomy 31:9 Deuteronomy 33:8 Joshua 13:14 Joshua 13:33 Joshua 21:10 1 Kings 12:31 1 Chronicles 2:1 1 Chronicles 6:1 1 Chronicles 6:16 1 Chronicles 6:19 1 Chronicles 6:38 1 Chronicles 6:43 1 Chronicles 6:47 1 Chronicles 9:18 1 Chronicles 12:26 1 Chronicles 21:6 1 Chronicles 23:6 1 Chronicles 23:14 1 Chronicles 23:24 1 Chronicles 23:27 1 Chronicles 24:20 1 Chronicles 27:17 Ezra 8:15 Ezra 8:18 Nehemiah 10:39 Nehemiah 12:23 Psalms 135:20 Ezekiel 40:46 Ezekiel 48:31 Zechariah 12:13 Malachi 2:4 Malachi 2:8 Malachi 3:3 Subtopics Levi: Avenges the Seduction of Dinah Levi: Jacob's Prophecy Regarding Related Terms Fire-offerings (18 Occurrences) |
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