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Purity in Action and Walk
Commentators explain that the washing of the priests' hands and feet was deeply symbolic. Washing the hands represented purity in their actions and service, while washing the feet signified holiness in their overall conduct and way of life. It was a physical reminder of the spiritual purity required to approach God.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 30:17–21
18th Century
Theologian
(Exodus 38:8) The bronze for the “Laver of brass” and its foot was supplied from the bronze mirrors of the women who voluntarily gave u…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 30:19
19th Century
Bishop
Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet. —Washing the hands symbolized purity in act; washing the feet, …
John Gill
On Exodus 30:19
17th Century
Pastor
For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their
feet thereat . ] Not in it, but at…
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Matthew Henry
On Exodus 30:17–21
17th Century
Minister
A large brass basin, holding water, was to be placed near the door of the tabernacle. Aaron and his sons must wash their hands and feet at this lav…