Who was Korah?

Rebel against Moses

The story of Korah

Korah - Rebel.
Korah - Rebel.
Rebel.

Korah was a biblical figure who is best known for leading a rebellion against Moses and Aaron. He was a Levite, the son of Izhar, the brother of Amram, and the uncle of Aaron and Miriam. He was a leader of the Israelites and a member of the tribe of Reuben. Korah's rebellion began when he and 250 other leaders of the Israelites challenged Moses and Aaron's authority. He argued that all of the Israelites were holy and that Moses and Aaron had no right to be the only ones to lead them. God responded to this challenge by sending a fire to consume the rebels. Korah and his followers were swallowed up by the earth and died. Korah is remembered for his rebellion against Moses and Aaron. He is also remembered for his role in the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land. He was a leader of the Israelites and a member of the tribe of Reuben. He is an important figure in the Bible and is remembered for his role in the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.

Name meaning

"Bald" or "ice"

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

Rebel.

First mention

Genesis 36:5

Appearances in the Bible

38 mentions

Family

Relatives of Korah

Korah in the Bible

Explore all 20 chapters where Korah appears

Genesis

Chapter 36

The Genealogy of Esau

This chapter lists the descendants of Esau, also known as Edom.

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Exodus

Chapter 6

God Promises to Deliver the Israelites

God reminds Moses of his promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob and confirms that he will free the Israelites from slavery ...

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Numbers

Chapter 16

Korah's Rebellion

Korah, Dathan and Abiram rebel against Moses and Aaron, but God destroys them and their followers.

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Numbers

Chapter 26

The Census of the Israelites

A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.

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Numbers

Chapter 27

The Daughters of Zelophehad

The daughters of Zelophehad approach Moses, asking for their father's inheritance, as he has no sons. God commands that ...

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 1

Genealogy from Adam to Abraham

A genealogy of the descendants of Adam through Jacob, including the tribes of Israel.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 2

Genealogy of David

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 6

Levi's Genealogy and Roles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 9

Genealogies and Roles of Returning Exiles

A genealogy of each of the twelve tribes of Israel, detailing their family lineages and populations.

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Psalms

Chapter 42

Longing for God's Presence

Psalm 42 expresses the Psalmist's deep longing for God's presence and his struggle with feelings of despair and alienati...

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Psalms

Chapter 44

Remembering God's Faithfulness in Times of Trouble - Psalm 44

Psalm 44 is a prayer of lament and plea for help in times of great distress. The psalmist recalls the victories and fait...

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Psalms

Chapter 45

A Royal Wedding Song

Psalm 45 is a wedding song celebrating the union of a king and his bride. The psalmist invokes the beauty and splendor o...

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Psalms

Chapter 46

The Strength and Refuge of God in Times of Trouble

Psalm 46 acknowledges God as the ultimate source of strength and refuge, even in the midst of chaos and disaster. The Ps...

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Psalms

Chapter 47

The Sovereignty of God

Psalm 47 is a celebration of God's sovereignty and His victory over all the earth. The author invites all people to prai...

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Psalms

Chapter 48

The City of God - Psalm 48

Psalm 48 praises Zion, the city of God, for its security, beauty, and majesty. The Psalmist exalts God as the protector ...

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Psalms

Chapter 49

The Folly of Trusting in Wealth

Psalm 49 is a poetic reminder that wealth and riches cannot save us from death. The psalmist urges everyone, from the lo...

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Psalms

Chapter 84

Longing for the Presence of God

Psalm 84 expresses a deep desire for the presence of God and the joys that come from being in His house. The psalmist pr...

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Psalms

Chapter 85

A Prayer for Restoration.

Psalm 85 is a prayer for restoration and forgiveness for the sins of the people. The psalmist acknowledges the Lord's me...

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Psalms

Chapter 87

The City of God

Psalm 87 is a poetic celebration of the city of God, Zion. The psalmist declares that God loves Zion above all other cit...

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Psalms

Chapter 88

A Cry of Desperation from the Depths

Psalm 88 is a heart-wrenching cry from the depths of despair, pleading for God's mercy and deliverance. The psalmist end...

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