Leviticus 21:18
“For whatsoever man he be that hath a blemish, he shall not approach: a blind man, or a lame, or he that hath a flat nose, or any thing superfluous,”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For whatsoever man he be that hath a blemish,.... Let him be otherwise ever so well qualified for his office, as with…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Leviticus 21:16-24
He was not treated as an outcast, but enjoyed his privileges as a son of Aaron, except in regard to active duties. Lev…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
A blind man - That is, in one eye; for he that was utterly blind could not possibly be employed in such a service. A…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Leviticus 21:16-24
The priesthood being confined to one particular family, and entailed upon all the male issue of that family throughout…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
a flat nose slit, as R.V. mg., rather than -flat." The Heb. word does not occur elsewhere in O.T. But the cognate root…
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