KJV ORIGINAL
Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour it upon his head, and anoint him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then you must take the anointing oil and pour it on his head to anoint him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is instructing Moses to consecrate Aaron as high priest by pouring sacred oil on his head.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses for consecrating Aaron and his sons as priests to serve in the tabernacle. The anointing with oil was a sacred ceremony that set apart priests for holy service, symbolizing God's Spirit and authority resting upon them. This priestly ordination established the formal religious leadership structure for the Israelites as they prepared to worship God according to His specific requirements.
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