The Bible describes the priesthood as established by God for the offering of sacrifices and maintaining access to Him, primarily seen through the Levitical priesthood in Exodus.
The priesthood in the Bible serves as a vital ministry instituted by God to facilitate worship and maintain a relationship between Him and His people. In Exodus, God provides detailed instructions for the Tabernacle and the priesthood, emphasizing their roles in serving before Him and mediating for the people. Aaron and his sons are designated as priests, symbolizing the divine choice and serving as types leading to Christ's ultimate priesthood. This foreshadows the deep spiritual truths of access to God through Christ, our great High Priest, as depicted in Hebrews.
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