33:18 the Levitical priests. The priest’s role was essential to the administration of the covenant (Ex. 28; 29; Deut. 10:8; 18:1). They also had a covenant of their own with the Lord (Num. 25:12, 13; 1 Sam. 2:30, 35). The promise of a perpetual priestly ministry is fulfilled by Christ Himself (Heb. 5:6–10; 7:11–25).