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The Purity of Priesthood
Commentators explain that the washing of Aaron and his sons was a powerful symbol of the complete purity required to serve God. This act, likely a full-body immersion, signified a total cleansing before they entered their sacred office. It established a foundational principle: those who draw near to God must be holy.
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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 29:4
19th Century
Bishop
Aaron and his sons you shall bring to the door ... — The place of the laver, not yet mentioned, but designed in God’s counsels, wa…
John Gill
On Exodus 29:4
17th Century
Pastor
And Aaron and his sons thou shalt bring unto the door of the
tabernacle of the congregation
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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 …