Daily Devotions
Hebrews
"Appointed for men..."
Text: Hebrews 5:1
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE AARONIC HIGH PRIESTHOOD
What was the significance of the Aaronic priesthood? The following text hints at the work of the Aaronic priesthood. Let us ponder the following text.
“For every high priest taken from among men
is appointed for men…”
Hebrews 5:1a
Let us ponder the following thoughts that made for a significant Aaronic priesthood:-
1. For glory and beauty
The garments of the high priest were meant to reflect two features:-
a) The glory of the ministry
b) The beauty of the ministry
The high priest must always bear in mind the dignity and the privilege that belonged to the high priesthood!
2. Memorial Stones
a) Responsibility
The high priest was to bear in mind that he had a special responsibility entrusted to him. He must be deeply concerned about the spiritual well-being of all the tribes of Israel. That was no small task.
b) Intercession
The Memorial Stones were placed on the high priest so that he might represent the nation as he prayed to God.
3. The Head Gear
The head gear was very elaborate. The most significant part of the head gear was the words engraved on a plate: “HOLINESS TO THE LORD”. The following thoughts were to be borne in mind:-