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A Word of Comfort and Honor
Scholars explain that God speaking directly to Aaron, rather than through Moses, was a significant act of comfort and honor. After the traumatic death of his sons and being forbidden to mourn, this direct communication would have reassured Aaron and helped restore the prestige of the priesthood in the eyes of the people.
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Leviticus
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Charles Ellicott
On Leviticus 10:8
19th Century
Bishop
And the Lord spake unto Aaron. —Since half of the members of the priesthood had thus been struck down, and the other half…
John Gill
On Leviticus 10:8
17th Century
Pastor
And the Lord spoke unto Aaron
Because he was a prophet, Aben Ezra says; but the reason rather seems to be, because h…
Matthew Henry
On Leviticus 10:8–11
17th Century
Minister
Do not drink wine or strong drink. During the time they ministered, the priests were forbidden it. It is required of gospel ministers that they not…