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High Places6813 Priest

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The high priest was Israel’s chief priest, descended from Aaron and distinguished by special garments and duties. He alone entered the holy of holies once each year on the Day of Atonement, a ministry understood as foreshadowing Christ’s priesthood.
Biblical Usage
The high priest alone entered the holy of holies once each year on the Day of Atonement, carrying out the sprinkling of blood and offering incense. The supplied material understands his office, clothing, and ministry as shadows or types pointing to the priesthood of Jesus Christ, especially as presented in Hebrews.
Scripture References
Exodus 28:1 Leviticus 8:12 Leviticus 4:3 Leviticus 4:5 Leviticus 4:16 Leviticus 21:10 Numbers 35:25 Exodus 29:21 Exodus 28:41 Exodus 28:15 Exodus 28:29 Exodus 28:30 Exodus 39:22 Leviticus 16:1 1 Kings 2:35 Luke 3:2 2 Chronicles 31:17 Leviticus 21:17-21