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The Symbolism of Purity
Commentators explain that unleavened bread was required because fermentation was viewed as a symbol of corruption. Its absence, therefore, represented the purity, sincerity, and integrity expected of the priests. This points to the need for soundness in doctrine and life, free from the 'leaven' of hypocrisy or malice.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 29:1–37
18th Century
Theologian
The consecration of the priests. See the notes to Leviticus 8–9.
Exodus 29:4: Door of the tabernacle - Entrance of the te…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 29:2
19th Century
Bishop
Unleavened bread. —Unleavened bread seems to have been required as purer than leavened, since fermentation was viewed as a type of…
John Gill
On Exodus 29:2
17th Century
Pastor
And unleavened bread
Such as used to be eaten at the time of the passover, and this being distinguished from cakes and wafers,…
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Matthew Henry
On Exodus 29:1–37
17th Century
Minister
Aaron and his sons were to be set apart for the priest's office with ceremony and solemnity.
Our Lord Jesus is the great High Priest of our …