Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Aaron / Harun / Aharon
The brother of Moses who served as his spokesman and became the first High Priest of Israel, founding the Aaronic priesthood. In Islam, Harun was a prophet sent alongside Musa to confront Pharaoh, described as having an eloquent tongue. His role as Aaron the High Priest consecrating the Tabernacle worship is foundational to Jewish religious practice.
In Different Traditions
Christianity
Aaron
- Role
- First High Priest of Israel; type of Christ as eternal high priest
- Key Texts
- Exodus 4:14–16; Leviticus 8–10; Hebrews 5:4; 7:11
Islam
Harun
- Role
- Prophet; eloquent spokesman; brother and assistant to Musa
- Key Texts
- Quran 20:29–36; 7:122; 19:53; 37:114–120
Judaism
Aharon HaKohen
- Role
- First Kohen Gadol (High Priest); founder of the priestly lineage
- Key Texts
- Shemot (Exodus) 4:14; Vayikra (Leviticus) 8–9; Avot 1:12