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Levite
[ lee-vahyt ]
noun
- a member of the tribe of Levi.
- a descendant of Levi, especially one appointed to assist the priests in the temple or tabernacle.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Levite1
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Example Sentences
The will of Eleazar the Levite of Mainz is a simple document, without literary merit, but containing a clear exposition of duty.
An amusing story is told of a humble-minded Levite who was staying at Abergwili Palace on the occasion of an ordination.
Asaph, a Levite and psalmist appointed by David as leading chorister in the divine services.
Unlike the priest and the Levite in the parable, they never turned away, but pursued their straight course with callous rectitude.
Thou art as the Levite in the parable, which left the wounded man on the way-side.
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