Korach and Moses

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Who was Korach and what was his relationship with Moses?

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Korach was Moses' first cousin. He was a brilliant and charismatic person and believed that he deserved more recognition and power than he received. Due to his intense jealousy he fermented a rebellion against Moses which led to his downfall.

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