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The opening of the robe in the midst of it was like the opening of a coat of mail, with a binding around its opening, that it should not be torn.
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Garments Pointing to Christ
While the verse details the practical construction of the priest's robe to prevent tearing, commentators like Matthew Henry see a deeper meaning. The splendid priestly garments are viewed as 'shadows of good things to come,' with the substance being Christ. He is our great High Priest who, in undertaking our redemption, clothed himself with the gifts of the Spirit and a firm resolution to complete his work.
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Exodus
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19th Century
Anglican
This section corresponds to Exodus 28:5-40, but it does not follow exactly the same order.
Exodus 39:2–7 correspond to Exodus 28…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on Exodus 39:2).
Presbyterian
The priests' garments were rich and splendid. The church in its infancy was thus taught by shadows of good things to come; but the substance is Chr…
