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NASB | Psalm 133:2 It is like the precious oil upon the head, Coming down upon the beard, Even Aaron's beard, Coming down upon the edge of his robes. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Psalm 133:2 It is like the precious oil [of consecration] poured on the head, Coming down on the beard, Even the beard of Aaron, Coming down upon the edge of his [priestly] robes [consecrating the whole body]. [Ex 30:25, 30] |
Bible Question: The reference to the ointment on Arons head. Is there specific reference towards that?. What ointment is being referred to? |
Bible Answer: In Exodus 30:30 - 35, God gave specific instructions to Moses about preparing an anointing oil to set apart Aaron and his sons so they can serve as priests. Traditional Judaism associates this oil with olive oil, though the text of chapter 30 indicates that something else was mixed in to make it different from regular olive oil. The secret ingredient or recipe has been lost, though some people who are interested in reviving Temple worship in Jerusalem claim to know how to make this ointment. Anointing with oil was commonly done in Old Testament times as a symbol that leaders -- specifically priests and kings -- were set apart to do God's work. Common people also anointed themselves with a different perfumed oil so they would smell and look nice in the harsh climate. |
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Robertus Minimus |