Exodus 29:21

Exodus 29:21 Meaning and Explanation

And thou shalt take of the blood that is upon the altar, and of the anointing oil, and sprinkle it upon Aaron, and upon his garments, and upon his sons, and upon the garments of his sons with him: and he shall be hallowed, and his garments, and his sons, and his sons' garments with him.

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The priests and their garments are consecrated with blood and oil.

The Context of Exodus 29:21

Sanctification through blood and anointing oil

What Does Exodus 29:21 Mean?

Blood taken from the altar and the anointing oil are sprinkled upon Aaron, his garments, his sons, and their garments. This dual anointing—blood and oil—sanctifies the entire priesthood, both persons and vestments.

The sprinkling upon garments as well as bodies shows that holiness extends to everything the priest touches and wears; the consecration is comprehensive and visible.

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What does Exodus 29:21 mean?

The priests and their garments are consecrated with blood and oil.

What is the context of Exodus 29:21?

Sanctification through blood and anointing oil

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