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The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition

Korah , in the Bible. 1 Levite leader, with Dathan and Abiram, of the unsuccessful revolt in the desert against the exclusive priesthood of the Aaronic family and against the leadership of Moses; the rebels were consumed by fire and earthquake. 2 Levitical family, perhaps descended from 1, that had duties as doorkeepers and singers in the Temple. Author not available, KORAH. , The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition 2007 ... Read more

Korah
Korah The leader of a revolt against Moses and Aaron (Num. 16), who complained that the leaders were keeping the priesthood to themselves. The narrative may conceal a historical probability that there was a...who had the right to offer incense before the Lord? According to the narrative, those who objected to the ... Read more

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