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You shall anoint them, as you anointed their father, that they may minister to me in the priest`s office. Their anointing shall be to them for an everlasting priesthood throughout their generations.
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A Hierarchy in Anointing
Commentators note a distinction in the anointing process. Aaron, the high priest, had oil poured directly on his head, while his sons were sprinkled with a mixture of oil and blood. Scholars suggest this difference signified a lower degree of official holiness for the regular priests compared to the unique role of the high priest.
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Exodus
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19th Century
Anglican
You shall anoint them, as you did anoint their father.— By the narrative of Leviticus 8, it would seem that Aaron’s sons …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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Presbyterian
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