Leviticus 21:23
“Only he shall not go in unto the vail, nor come nigh unto the altar, because he hath a blemish; that he profane not my sanctuaries: for I the LORD do sanctify them.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Moses told it to Aaron, and to his sons,.... What God had said to him concerning the priests defiling themselves for…
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
He shall not go in unto the veil - The priest with a blemish was not permitted to enter into the holy of holies, nor to…
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
my sanctuaries The plural may have reference to the sacred building and its surroundings, as in Jer 51:51.
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