Exodus 29

1. Purpose of the Ceremony (Exodus 29:1–3)
To make the priests holy so they could minister before God.

Required offerings: a young bull, two rams, unleavened bread, and anointing oil.

2. Cleansing and Clothing (Exodus 29:4–9)
Washing with water – symbolic of spiritual cleansing.

Priestly garments were put on Aaron, and he was anointed with oil—signifying the Holy Spirit’s empowerment.

His sons were clothed in tunics and sashes, establishing their priestly identity.

3. Sacrifices for Consecration (Exodus 29:10–28)
a. The Sin Offering – The Bull (vv. 10–14)
Symbolized atonement for sin.

Blood was applied to the altar; the rest was burned outside the camp.

b. The Burnt Offering – First Ram (vv. 15–18)
Symbolized total dedication to God.

Entirely burned as a pleasing aroma to the Lord.

c. The Ordination Offering – Second Ram (vv. 19–28)
Blood was placed on Aaron and his sons’ right ear, thumb, and big toe, symbolizing:

Ear – listening to God

Thumb – working for God

Toe – walking in God’s ways

The breast and thigh portions were given to the priests, signifying shared fellowship with God.

4. Seven Days of Ordination (Exodus 29:29–37)
The ceremony was to last seven days, showing the completeness of their consecration.

Each day included sacrifices and the cleansing of the altar to keep it holy and sanctified.

5. God’s Promise to Dwell Among His People (Exodus 29:38–46)
Daily sacrifices (morning and evening lambs) were to be offered continually.

God promised to dwell among the Israelites and be their God.

The tabernacle and altar were made holy by God's presence, not just by ritual.

Key Takeaways:
God Requires Holy Leaders: Priests had to be cleansed, clothed, and consecrated—pointing to the seriousness of spiritual leadership.

Daily Worship Matters: The morning and evening offerings remind us of the importance of daily communion with God.

God Desires to Dwell with His People: The ultimate goal of all this preparation was relationship—“I will dwell among them” (v. 45).