Playlist: High Priest, Clothing of (topic)
The Priesthood of God (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The symbolism of the high priest's clothing under the Old Covenant, as worn at the Tabernacle or Temple, reveals profound insights into the righteousness, manner, way, character, and attitudes of Jesus Christ. The high priest merely wore these symbols, without necessarily embodying the character they represented, whereas Jesus …
The Priesthood of God (Part Eight)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The adornment and dress of the high priest carry significant symbolism in representing righteousness, holiness, and divine attributes. The white underclothing, known as the coat, symbolizes righteousness from the inside out, with only the bottom portion visible at ankle length. Over this is the blue robe of dignity and office, …
The Priesthood of God (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The priestly garments represent the holy character of God. Clothing is used as a badge of one's office and symbolizes what our character is like inwardly.
The Priesthood of God (Part Ten) Conclusion
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)As future priests, we are going to be given rigorous, hands-on jobs to teach people righteousness and holiness, distinguishing between the sacred and profane.
The Priesthood of God (Part Nine)
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The jeweled arrangement on the breastplate in Exodus 28, arranged in marching order, symbolizes differences in gifts and responsibilities of the tribes.
Tearing Your Clothes
Sermonette by James C. StoertzTearing one's clothing has lost its meaning, such as when it is used as a form of vanity like in torn clothing fashions or as a form of faux humility.