After you put these garments on your brother Aaron and his sons, anoint them, ordain them, and consecrate them so that they may serve Me as priests. Put these on your brother Aaron and his sonsThis phrase refers to the sacred garments that God commanded Moses to make for Aaron and his sons, setting them apart for priestly service. The Hebrew root for "put" (לָבַשׁ, labash) implies not just the physical act of dressing but also the spiritual act of endowing with authority and responsibility. The garments symbolize the divine calling and the sanctity required for those who serve in the presence of God. Historically, this act of clothing was a public declaration of their consecration, marking them as mediators between God and the Israelites. anoint them
The act of anointing, from the Hebrew מָשַׁח (mashach), signifies consecration and the impartation of the Holy Spirit's power and presence. Anointing oil, often a blend of olive oil and spices, was used to set individuals apart for a holy purpose. In the context of Aaron and his sons, it represents their divine appointment and empowerment to perform priestly duties. This practice foreshadows the anointing of Jesus Christ, the ultimate High Priest, and the anointing of believers with the Holy Spirit. ordain them
The Hebrew word מִלֵּא (mille') means to fill or to consecrate. Ordination in this context involves a ceremonial act of filling the hands of Aaron and his sons with the authority and responsibility of the priesthood. It is a formal recognition of their role and a commitment to uphold the sacred duties entrusted to them. This process underscores the importance of divine order and structure within the community of faith. and consecrate them
Consecration, from the Hebrew קָדַשׁ (qadash), means to set apart as holy. This involves a purification process, both physically and spiritually, to prepare Aaron and his sons for service in the tabernacle. It highlights the necessity of holiness and purity in approaching God, emphasizing that those who minister before Him must be sanctified. This concept is echoed throughout Scripture, reminding believers of their call to holiness. so that they may serve Me as priests
The ultimate purpose of these actions is service to God. The Hebrew word for "serve" (כָּהַן, kahan) is directly related to the role of a priest, who acts as an intermediary between God and the people. This service is not merely ritualistic but is a profound act of worship and obedience. It reflects the heart of the priesthood, which is to honor God and facilitate the people's relationship with Him. This priestly service points to the New Testament understanding of the priesthood of all believers, who are called to serve God with their lives. Persons / Places / Events 1. AaronThe brother of Moses, chosen by God to be the first high priest of Israel. His role was to mediate between God and the Israelites. 2. Aaron's SonsThey were appointed to serve as priests alongside Aaron, continuing the priestly lineage. 3. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, tasked with consecrating Aaron and his sons for their priestly duties. 4. Priestly GarmentsSpecial clothing designed by God for the priests, symbolizing their holy service and separation for God's work. 5. Consecration CeremonyA sacred ritual involving anointing and ordination, setting Aaron and his sons apart for their divine service. Teaching Points The Importance of AnointingAnointing signifies being set apart for God's purpose. In our lives, we should seek God's anointing for the tasks He calls us to. The Role of ObedienceJust as Moses followed God's instructions for consecrating the priests, we must obey God's Word in our daily lives to fulfill our calling. The Significance of ConsecrationConsecration involves dedicating oneself wholly to God. We are called to live lives that are holy and pleasing to Him. Priestly Garments as SymbolsThe garments symbolize purity and righteousness. As believers, we are clothed in Christ's righteousness, which enables us to serve God effectively. Continuity of PriesthoodThe priesthood of Aaron points to the eternal priesthood of Christ. As Christians, we are part of this royal priesthood, called to intercede and serve. Bible Study Questions 1. What does the anointing of Aaron and his sons teach us about the importance of being set apart for God's service today? 2. How can we apply the concept of consecration in our personal lives and ministries? 3. In what ways does the priesthood of Aaron foreshadow the priesthood of Jesus Christ? 4. How does understanding our role as a "royal priesthood" impact our daily walk with God? 5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that we are living lives that are holy and pleasing to God, as symbolized by the priestly garments? Connections to Other Scriptures Leviticus 8Describes the detailed process of the consecration ceremony, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God's instructions. Hebrews 5Discusses the role of Jesus as the ultimate High Priest, drawing parallels to the priesthood of Aaron but highlighting the superiority of Christ's eternal priesthood. 1 Peter 2:9Refers to believers as a "royal priesthood," connecting the Old Testament priesthood to the New Testament concept of all believers being set apart for God's service. People Aaron, Abihu, Eleazar, Israelites, Ithamar, Moses, Nadab, ShohamPlaces Mount SinaiTopics Aaron, Anoint, Anointed, Brother, Clothe, Clothed, Consecrate, Consecrated, Hallow, Hast, Holy, Making, Minister, Office, Oil, Ordain, Priests, Priest's, Putting, Sanctified, Sanctify, Separating, Serve, SonsDictionary of Bible Themes Exodus 28:41 2230 Messiah, coming of
7160 servants of the Lord
7413 priesthood, OT
7745 ordination
7768 priests, OT function
8218 consecration
8223 dedication
8271 holiness, purpose
8345 servanthood, and worship Exodus 28:1-43 1065 God, holiness of Exodus 28:41-42 5073 Aaron, priest Library Three Inscriptions with one Meaning
'Thou shalt make a plate of pure gold, and grave upon it ... HOLINESS TO THE LORD.'--EXODUS xxviii. 36. 'In that day there shall be upon the bells of the horses, HOLINESS UNTO THE LORD.'--ZECH. xiv. 20. 'His name shall be in their foreheads.'--REV. xxii. 4. You will have perceived my purpose in putting these three widely separated texts together. They all speak of inscriptions, and they are all obviously connected with each other. The first of them comes from the ancient times of the institution …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureThe Names on Aaron's Breastplate
Aaron shall bear their names before the Lord, upon his two shoulders, for a memorial.... And Aaron shall bear the names of the Children of Israel in the breastplate of judgment upon his heart, when he goeth in unto the Holy Place.'--EXODUS xxviii. 12,29. Every part of the elaborately prescribed dress of the high priest was significant. But the significance of the whole was concentrated in the inscription upon his mitre, 'Holiness to the Lord,' and in those others upon his breastplate and his shoulder. …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Ninth Day. Holiness and Mediation.
And thou shalt make a plate of pure gold, and grave upon it, HOLINESS TO THE LORD. And it shall be upon Aaron's forehead, that Aaron may bear the iniquity of the holy things, which the children of Israel shall hallow in all their holy gifts; and it shall always be upon his forehead, that they may be accepted before the Lord.'--Ex. xxviii. 36, 38. God's house was to be the dwelling-place of His Holiness, the place where He was to reveal Himself; as the Holy One, not to be approached but with …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ Edwards -- Spiritual Light
Jonathan Edwards, the New England divine and metaphysician, was born at East Windsor, Connecticut, in 1703. He was graduated early from Yale College, where he had given much attention to philosophy, became tutor of his college, and at nineteen began to preach. His voice and manner did not lend themselves readily to pulpit oratory, but his clear, logical, and intense presentation of the truth produced a profound and permanent effect upon his hearers. He wrote what were considered the most important …
Grenville Kleiser—The world's great sermons, Volume 3 That the Ruler Should be Pure in Thought.
The ruler should always be pure in thought, inasmuch as no impurity ought to pollute him who has undertaken the office of wiping away the stains of pollution in the hearts of others also; for the hand that would cleanse from dirt must needs be clean, lest, being itself sordid with clinging mire, it soil whatever it touches all the more. For on this account it is said through the prophet, Be ye clean that bear the vessels of the Lord (Isai. lii. 11). For they bear the vessels of the Lord who undertake, …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great Sanctification
'For this is the will of God, even your sanctification.' I Thess 4:4. The word sanctification signifies to consecrate and set apart to a holy use: thus they are sanctified persons who are separated from the world, and set apart for God's service. Sanctification has a privative and a positive part. I. A privative part, which lies in the purging out of sin. Sin is compared to leaven, which sours; and to leprosy, which defiles. Sanctification purges out the old leaven.' I Cor 5:5. Though it takes not …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity That the Ruler Should be Always Chief in Action.
The ruler should always be chief in action, that by his living he may point out the way of life to those that are put under him, and that the flock, which follows the voice and manners of the shepherd, may learn how to walk better through example than through words. For he who is required by the necessity of his position to speak the highest things is compelled by the same necessity to exhibit the highest things. For that voice more readily penetrates the hearer's heart, which the speaker's life …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great Thirtieth Lesson. An Holy Priesthood;'
An holy priesthood;' Or, The Ministry of Intercession. An holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.'--I Peter ii. 5. Ye shall be named the Priests of the Lord.'--Isaiah lxi. 6. THE Spirit of the Lord God is upon me: because the Lord hath anointed me.' These are the words of Jesus in Isaiah. As the fruit of His work all redeemed ones are priests, fellow-partakers with Him of His anointing with the Spirit as High Priest. Like the precious ointment upon …
Andrew Murray—With Christ in the School of Prayer That the Ruler Should be Discreet in Keeping Silence, Profitable in Speech.
The ruler should be discreet in keeping silence, profitable in speech; lest he either utter what ought to be suppressed or suppress what he ought to utter. For, as incautious speaking leads into error, so indiscreet silence leaves in error those who might have been instructed. For often improvident rulers, fearing to lose human favour, shrink timidly from speaking freely the things that are right; and, according to the voice of the Truth (Joh. x. 12), serve unto the custody of the flock by no means …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Text: Romans 13, 8-10. 8 Owe no man anything, save to love one another: for he that loveth his neighbor hath fulfilled the law. 9 For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not covet, and if there be any other commandment, it is summed up in this word, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. 10 Love worketh no ill to his neighbor; love therefore is the fulfilment of the law. CHRISTIAN LOVE AND THE COMMAND TO LOVE. 1. This, like the two …
Martin Luther—Epistle Sermons, Vol. II The Covenant of Grace
Q-20: DID GOD LEAVE ALL MANKIND TO PERISH 1N THE ESTATE OF SIN AND MISERY? A: No! He entered into a covenant of grace to deliver the elect out of that state, and to bring them into a state of grace by a Redeemer. 'I will make an everlasting covenant with you.' Isa 55:5. Man being by his fall plunged into a labyrinth of misery, and having no way left to recover himself, God was pleased to enter into a new covenant with him, and to restore him to life by a Redeemer. The great proposition I shall go …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity The Earliest Christian Preaching
1. THUS far we have confined ourselves to the words of Jesus. The divine necessity of His death, indicated in the Old Testament and forming the basis of all His teaching regarding it, is the primary truth; the nature of that necessity begins to be revealed as the death is set in relation to the ransoming of many, and to the institution of a new covenant -- that is, a new religion, having as its fundamental blessing the forgiveness of sins. I do not think this view of our Lord's mind as to His own …
James Denney—The Death of Christ Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage, …
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