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only he shall not go in to the veil, nor come near to the altar, because he has a blemish; that he not profane my sanctuaries: for I am Yahweh who sanctifies them.
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The Principle of Holiness
Commentators explain that the restrictions on priests with physical blemishes were not about personal worth but about upholding the sanctity of God's holy spaces. The principle was that anything dedicated to God's service should be as perfect as possible, reflecting His own holiness. God Himself sanctified these places, so they were not to be profaned by imperfection.
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Leviticus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
He was not treated as an outcast but enjoyed his privileges as a son of Aaron, except in regard to active duties (Leviticus 21:20).
19th Century
Anglican
Only he shall not go in to the veil. —That is, into the holy place which was before the veil.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Only he shall not go in unto the vail So far as to the vail, which divided between the holy and the holy of holies; …
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