Death of Eleazar
Overview
- Testament: Old
- Book: Joshua
- Chapters: Joshua 24:33
- Summary: Eleazar, son of Aaron, dies and is buried in the hill country of Ephraim.
Details
Eleazar served as high priest through the wilderness transition and land allotment. His death, paired with Joshua’s, marks the passing of the conquest generation’s leadership.
Key People Involved
Key Places
- Canaan — Land where Eleazar served during allotment
Important Verses
“And Eleazar the son of Aaron died; and they buried him…” — Joshua 24:33
Cross-References
- Related events: Death of Joshua, Division of the Land
- Connected to: Numbers 20, Joshua 14
Notes
Eleazar’s death underscores that priestly continuity must pass to the next generation.