Mount Hor

Mount Hor

MountainOld Testament
30.3200°N, 35.4200°E View on Map

Mount Hor was the mountain where Aaron, the first high priest of Israel and brother of Moses, died and was buried during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings. Located on the border of Edom, it marked a significant moment of transition in Israel's leadership as the priesthood passed from Aaron to his son Eleazar.

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Exodusc. 1407 BC

Israel arrives at Mount Hor after leaving Kadesh

NUM 20:22
Exodusc. 1407 BC

God tells Moses that Aaron will die on Mount Hor

NUM 20:23-26
Exodusc. 1407 BC

Aaron dies on Mount Hor; Eleazar becomes high priest

NUM 20:27-29
Exodusc. 1407 BC

Israel mourns Aaron for thirty days

NUM 20:29

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