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Leviticus 21:17 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Leviticus 21:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Leviticus chapter 21 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Speak unto Aaron, saying, Whosoever he be of thy seed in their generations that hath any blemish, let him not approach to offer the bread of his God. bread: or, food”
Leviticus 21:17 (KJV)
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Commentary on Leviticus 21:17
Speak unto Aaron, saying, Whosoever he be of thy seed in their generations that hath any blemish, let him not approach to offer the bread of his God.This verse falls within the section on Priestly Holiness. Higher standards for priests due to their sacred role, including restrictions on mourning practices and marriage.The Aaronic priesthood mediated between God and Israel, offering sacrifices and maintaining the tabernacle. This prefigured Christ's superior priesthood after the order of Melchizedek. The holiness demanded in Leviticus becomes possible through Christ, who both satisfies God's ri...
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Cross-References for Leviticus 21:17
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“saying”
“and cause to come near”
“This is what Yahweh spoke of, saying, 'I will show myself holy to those who come near me, and before all the people I will be glorified.' Aaron held his peace.”
“and not profane the name of their God; for they offer the offerings of Yahweh made by fire”
“the husband of one wife”
“And the priest shall burn it upon the altar: it is the food of the offering made by fire unto the LORD.”
“who has a blemish”
“for a sweet savor; all the fat is Yahweh's.”
“guiltless”
“that you shall not offer: for it shall not be acceptable for you.”