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When they went into the tent of meeting, and when they came near to the altar, they washed, as Yahweh commanded Moses.

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Continual Purification

Commentators explain that the washing described was not a one-time event but a constant requirement. Every time the priests entered the tent of meeting or approached the altar to serve, they had to wash. This underscores the ongoing need for purification when entering the presence of a holy God.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 40:31–32

19th Century

Bishop

These verses are parenthetical. They interrupt the narrative of what Moses did “on the first day of the first month,” informing us of the use to wh…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 40:32

17th Century

Pastor

When they went into the tent of the congregation
Not only at this time, but at all other times:

a…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 40:16–33

17th Century

Minister

When the tabernacle and its furnishings were prepared, they did not delay setting it up until they came to Canaan; but, in obedience to the will of…