Leviticus · Chapter 8 King James Version

Leviticus 8:15

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The Scripture

(15) And he slew it; and Moses took the blood, and put it upon the horns of the altar round about with his finger, and purified the altar, and poured the blood at the bottom of the altar, and sanctified it, to make reconciliation upon it.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

In this chapter Aaron and his sons are appointed as priests, and Aaron is formally called to serve as high priest. He is anointed with oil, given the priestly garments, and instructed on his duties, while his sons are also designated as priests. The chapter sets the foundation for the priestly lineage and the sacred responsibilities of the priesthood.

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