Strong’s H3547

כָּהַן

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kahan

Pronunciation

kah-han'

Definition

To minister as a priest, to officiate

Meaning

to officiate as a, priest, to put on regalia

Usage

The Hebrew verb "kahan" primarily means to serve or minister in the capacity of a priest. It involves performing religious duties, offering sacrifices, and acting as an intermediary between God and the people. This term is often used in the context of the Levitical priesthood, which was established to maintain the spiritual and ceremonial aspects of Israelite worship.

Bible references

Exodus 28:1;Exodus 28:3;Exodus 28:4;Exodus 28:41;Exodus 29:1;Exodus 29:44;Exodus 30:30;Exodus 31:10;Exodus 35:19;Exodus 39:41;Exodus 40:13;Exodus 40:15;Leviticus 7:35;Leviticus 16:32;Numbers 3:3;Numbers 3:4;Deuteronomy 10:6;1 Chronicles 6:10;1 Chronicles 24:2;2 Chronicles 11:14;Isaiah 61:10;Ezekiel 44:13;Hosea 4:6