Parshas Korach Summary

Parshas Korach recounts Korach's failed rebellion against Moshe, detailed in Korach 16:1–18:32. Korach, a Levite, conspired with his mob and 250 Israelite chieftains to challenge Moshe's authority. Despite warnings, they defied Moshe's instructions. The following day, they confronted Moshe and Aaron at the Tabernacle entrance. Divine intervention struck down Korach's followers, with the earth swallowing them and fire consuming the rebels. The fire pans were repurposed for the altar. This incident led to further unrest among the Israelites, prompting divine manifestations at the Tabernacle. God instructed Moshe and Aaron to separate from the community for their removal. Aaron used a fire pan with incense as commanded by God to stop a plague. Levites assisted Aaron in priestly duties. Priests received sacred donations but had no land share. Levites received tithes for their service.