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You shall make them linen breeches to cover the flesh of their nakedness; from the loins even to the thighs they shall reach:
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Decency in Worship
Commentators explain that the command for linen breeches was a practical measure to ensure modesty. This prevented any potential for impropriety or disrespect that could diminish the 'majesty of holy things' (Calvin). God's detailed instructions for priestly attire underscore the importance of reverence and order in His holy presence.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
(). Moses is now commanded to commit all that pertains to the offerings made to the Lord in the sanctuary to the exclusive charge of the members of…
19th Century
Anglican
You shall make them linen breeches. —Rather, linen drawers. Drawers reaching from the waist to a little above th…
16th Century
Protestant
And you shall make them linen breeches. Since men, in their natural levity and perversity, seize upon the very slightest causes of offense…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness Or "the flesh of nak…
The priest's garments typify the righteousness of Christ. If we do not appear before God in that righteousness, we shall bear our iniquity and die.…
