Priest
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Priest in the Bible?
A priest is a religious official authorized to conduct sacred rituals, particularly sacrifices, and to serve as an intermediary between the divine and the community.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding the priestly role clarifies the structure of ancient Israelite worship and explains the mechanisms of atonement and ritual purity central to the biblical narrative.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Priest reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Priest in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Priest clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Priest." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/priest/