The Origins of the Priesthood

Priests of the Old Testament were generally from the tribe of Levi. They also function as sort of divine interpreters, not necessarily like a prophet's gabled but ones who would kind of mediate and interpret scripture. The priest is for the Eucharist is for the people; he was instituted to give in sacrifice of himselfChrist is the high priest, Christ is the one we offer, through whom we offer our Father.