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A historical painting of Aaron, the first high priest of Israel, from a church altarpiece.

Aaron was an important person in the Bible. He was the older brother of Moses. Aaron became the first high priest of the Israelites.

Unlike Moses, who grew up in an Egyptian king’s home, Aaron stayed with his family. When Moses spoke to the Egyptian king to help the Israelites, Aaron spoke for him.

Aaron helped Moses because Moses felt he couldn't speak well. God chose Aaron to speak for Moses. Aaron did special things, like turning his staff into a snake, by following Moses' instructions.

Aaron became the first high priest. He and his family led religious services and taught God's rules to the people. Many Jewish priests today are thought to be related to Aaron. The Bible says Aaron lived to be 123 years old.

Aaron is remembered in many stories and artworks. In Islam, Aaron is seen as a prophet and helper of Moses. People have drawn and painted pictures of Aaron with his special priest clothes.

Images

Artwork from the King Baudouin Foundation's collection by Jacques Bergé.
An old etching showing a biblical story where Aaron's rod blooms, created by artist Augustin Hirschvogel.
An illuminated manuscript illustration from the Nuremberg Chronicle showing judges of Israel, including Jephthah, Elon, Abdon, Ibzan, and Saul.
Historical chalk drawing of Moses and Miriam by Jacob Jordaens, created around 1650.
An Ottoman illustration showing Harun resting peacefully beside two angels.
A historic Russian icon depicting the prophet Aaron, created in the early 18th century.

Related articles

Bible
Moses
Islam

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