Exodus 29:9

Exodus 29:9 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Wrap the sashes around Aaron and his sons and tie headbands on them. The priesthood shall be theirs by a permanent statute. In this way you are to ordain Aaron and his sons.

King James Version KJV

And thou shalt gird them with girdles, Aaron and his sons, and put the bonnets on them: and the priest’s office shall be theirs for a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons.

American Standard Version ASV

And thou shalt gird them with girdles, Aaron and his sons, and bind head-tires on them: and they shall have the priesthood by a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And put the linen bands round Aaron and his sons, and the head-dresses on them, to make them priests by my order for ever: so you are to make Aaron and his sons holy to me.

Free Bible Version FBV

Tie the sashes around Aaron and his sons and put headdresses on them. The priesthood belongs to them forever. This is how you are to ordain Aaron and his sons.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And shalt girde them with girdles, both Aaron and his sonnes: and shalt put the bonets on them, and the Priestes office shalbe theirs for a perpetuall lawe: thou shalt also fill the hands of Aaron, and the hands of his sonnes.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and hast girded them [with] a girdle (Aaron and his sons), and hast bound on them bonnets; and the priesthood hath been theirs by a statute age-during, and thou hast consecrated the hand of Aaron, and the hand of his sons,

World English Bible WEB

You shall clothe them with belts, Aaron and his sons, and bind headbands on them. They shall have the priesthood by a perpetual statute. You shall consecrate Aaron and his sons.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And thou shalt gird them with girdles (Aaron and his sons) and put the bonnets on them; and the priest's office shall be theirs for a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

To wit, Aaron and his children, and thou shalt put mitres upon them: and they shall be priests to me by a perpetual ordinance. After thou shalt have consecrated their hands,

Translation for Translators T4T

Put the sashes/waistbands around their waists and the caps on their heads. That is the ritual by which you are to ◄dedicate them/set them apart► to be priests. Aaron and his male descendants must serve me by being priests forever.

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Exodus 29:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/חָגַרְתָּ֩ אֹתָ֨/ם אַבְנֵ֜ט אַהֲרֹ֣ן וּ/בָנָ֗י/ו וְ/חָבַשְׁתָּ֤ לָ/הֶם֙ מִגְבָּעֹ֔ת וְ/הָיְתָ֥ה לָ/הֶ֛ם כְּהֻנָּ֖ה לְ/חֻקַּ֣ת עוֹלָ֑ם וּ/מִלֵּאתָ֥ יַֽד אַהֲרֹ֖ן וְ/יַד בָּנָֽי/ו

וְ/חָגַרְתָּ֩ châgar H2296 to gird Conj | V-Qal-2ms

אֹתָ֨/ם ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff

אַבְנֵ֜ט ʼabnêṭ H73 girdle N-ms

אַהֲרֹ֣ן ʼAhărôwn H175 Aaron N-proper

וּ/בָנָ֗י/ו bên H1121 son Conj | N-mp | Suff

וְ/חָבַשְׁתָּ֤ châbash H2280 to saddle/tie Conj | V-Qal-2ms

לָ/הֶם֙ Prep | Suff

מִגְבָּעֹ֔ת migbâʻâh H4021 headgear N-fp

וְ/הָיְתָ֥ה hâyâh H1961 to be Conj | V-Qal-3fs

לָ/הֶ֛ם Prep | Suff

כְּהֻנָּ֖ה kᵉhunnâh H3550 priesthood N-fs

לְ/חֻקַּ֣ת chuqqâh H2708 statute Prep | N-cs

עוֹלָ֑ם ʻôwlâm H5769 forever N-ms

וּ/מִלֵּאתָ֥ mâlêʼ H4390 to fill Conj | V-Piel-2ms

יַֽד yâd H3027 hand N-cs

אַהֲרֹ֖ן ʼAhărôwn H175 Aaron N-proper

וְ/יַד yâd H3027 hand Conj | N-cs

בָּנָֽי/ו bên H1121 son N-mp | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 29:9

וְ/חָגַרְתָּ֩ châgar H2296 "to gird" Conj | V-Qal-2ms

The Hebrew word chagar means to gird or put on a belt, and is used to describe preparing for battle or work, as seen in various KJV translations.

Definition: 1) to gird, gird on, gird oneself, put on a belt 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to gird 1a2) to gird on, bind on 1a3) to gird oneself

Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: be able to put on, be afraid, appointed, gird, restrain, [idiom] on every side. See also: Exodus 12:11; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 45:4.

אֹתָ֨/ם ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

אַבְנֵ֜ט ʼabnêṭ H73 "girdle" N-ms

A girdle or belt, often worn by priests and high officials in the Bible, like the high priest in Exodus 28. It was a symbol of their office and authority. The girdle was also a practical way to carry tools or weapons.

Definition: 1) girdle, sash, waistband 1a) of high priest 1b) of other priests 1c) of high official

Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: girdle. See also: Exodus 28:4; Exodus 39:29; Isaiah 22:21.

אַהֲרֹ֣ן ʼAhărôwn H175 "Aaron" N-proper

Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites. He was a leader in the Exodus from Egypt and played a key role in the early history of the Israelites. His story is told in Exodus and Leviticus.

Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.4.14; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Moses (H4872) and Miriam (H4813); married to Elisheba (H0472); father of: Nadab (H5070), Abihu (H0030), Eleazar (H0499) and Ithamar (H0385) Also named: Aarōn (Ἀαρών "Aaron" G0002) § Aaron = "light bringer" brother of Moses, a Levite and the first high priest

Usage: Occurs in 328 OT verses. KJV: Aaron. See also: Exodus 4:14; Exodus 34:31; Numbers 3:39.

וּ/בָנָ֗י/ו bên H1121 "son" Conj | N-mp | Suff

In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.

Definition: : child/son

Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.

וְ/חָבַשְׁתָּ֤ châbash H2280 "to saddle/tie" Conj | V-Qal-2ms

This verb means to tie or bind something firmly, like a turban or a saddle. It is also used figuratively to mean stopping or ruling something. In 1 Kings 20:12, it describes the binding of a wound.

Definition: 1) to tie, bind, bind on, bind up, saddle, restrain, bandage, govern 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bind, bind on 1a2) to bind up 1b) (Piel) to bind, restrain 1c) (Pual) to be bound up

Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: bind (up), gird about, govern, healer, put, saddle, wrap about. See also: Genesis 22:3; Job 34:17; Psalms 147:3.

לָ/הֶם֙ "" Prep | Suff

מִגְבָּעֹ֔ת migbâʻâh H4021 "headgear" N-fp

In biblical times, this word referred to a type of headgear, like a turban or cap. It was worn by important people, like priests or leaders, as a symbol of their status.

Definition: turban, head-gear

Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: bonnet. See also: Exodus 28:40; Exodus 39:28; Leviticus 8:13.

וְ/הָיְתָ֥ה hâyâh H1961 "to be" Conj | V-Qal-3fs

The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.

Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone

Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.

לָ/הֶ֛ם "" Prep | Suff

כְּהֻנָּ֖ה kᵉhunnâh H3550 "priesthood" N-fs

The priesthood refers to the office or position of a priest, like the Levitical priesthood in the Old Testament. It involves serving God and leading others in worship. The Bible describes the responsibilities and duties of the priesthood in the book of Leviticus.

Definition: priesthood

Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: priesthood, priest's office. See also: Exodus 29:9; Numbers 25:13; Nehemiah 13:29.

לְ/חֻקַּ֣ת chuqqâh H2708 "statute" Prep | N-cs

This Hebrew word refers to a statute or ordinance, often given by God to the Israelites. It appears in books like Leviticus and Numbers, outlining rules for sacrifices and festivals. These statutes helped the Israelites understand God's requirements.

Definition: 1) statute, ordinance, limit, enactment, something prescribed 1a) statute

Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: appointed, custom, manner, ordinance, site, statute. See also: Genesis 26:5; Deuteronomy 28:15; Psalms 18:23.

עוֹלָ֑ם ʻôwlâm H5769 "forever" N-ms

This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.

Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity

Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.

וּ/מִלֵּאתָ֥ mâlêʼ H4390 "to fill" Conj | V-Piel-2ms

To fill means to make something full or complete, like filling a container or fulfilling a promise. This word is used in many contexts, including being full of joy or having a job completed.

Definition: 1) to fill, be full 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be full 1a1a) fulness, abundance (participle) 1a1b) to be full, be accomplished, be ended 1a2) to consecrate, fill the hand 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be filled, be armed, be satisfied 1b2) to be accomplished, be ended 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to fill 1c2) to satisfy 1c3) to fulfil, accomplish, complete 1c4) to confirm 1d) (Pual) to be filled 1e) (Hithpael) to mass themselves against Aramaic equivalent: me.la (מְלָא "to fill" H4391)

Usage: Occurs in 242 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 16:14; Psalms 10:7.

יַֽד yâd H3027 "hand" N-cs

In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.

Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists

Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.

אַהֲרֹ֖ן ʼAhărôwn H175 "Aaron" N-proper

Usage: Occurs in 328 OT verses. KJV: Aaron. See also: Exodus 4:14; Exodus 34:31; Numbers 3:39.

וְ/יַד yâd H3027 "hand" Conj | N-cs

בָּנָֽי/ו bên H1121 "son" N-mp | Suff

Definition: : child/son

Study Notes — Exodus 29:9

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Cambridge Bible on Exodus 29:9
Sermons on Exodus 29:9

Context — Consecration of the Priests

7Then take the anointing oil and anoint him by pouring it on his head. 8Present his sons as well and clothe them with tunics.

9Wrap the sashes around Aaron and his sons and tie headbands on them. The priesthood shall be theirs by a permanent statute. In this way you are to ordain Aaron and his sons.

10You are to present the bull at the front of the Tent of Meeting, and Aaron and his sons are to lay their hands on its head. 11And you shall slaughter the bull before the LORD at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Numbers 18:7	But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.”
2	Leviticus 8:22–28	After that, Moses presented the other ram, the ram of ordination, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head. Moses slaughtered the ram and took some of its blood and put it on Aaron’s right earlobe, on the thumb of his right hand, and on the big toe of his right foot. Moses also presented Aaron’s sons and put some of the blood on their right earlobes, on the thumbs of their right hands, and on the big toes of their right feet. Then he sprinkled the blood on all sides of the altar. And Moses took the fat—the fat tail, all the fat that was on the entrails, the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys with their fat—as well as the right thigh. And from the basket of unleavened bread that was before the LORD, he took one cake of unleavened bread, one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer, and he placed them on the fat portions and on the right thigh. He put all these in the hands of Aaron and his sons and waved them before the LORD as a wave offering. Then Moses took these from their hands and burned them on the altar with the burnt offering. This was an ordination offering, a pleasing aroma, an offering made by fire to the LORD.
3	Deuteronomy 18:5	For the LORD your God has chosen Levi and his sons out of all your tribes to stand and minister in His name for all time.
4	Numbers 16:10	He has brought you near, you and all your fellow Levites, but you are seeking the priesthood as well.
5	Numbers 25:13	It will be a covenant of permanent priesthood for him and his descendants, because he was zealous for his God and made atonement for the Israelites.”
6	Numbers 3:10	So you shall appoint Aaron and his sons to carry out the duties of the priesthood; but any outsider who approaches the tabernacle must be put to death.”
7	Leviticus 8:33	You must not go outside the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for seven days, until the days of your ordination are complete; for it will take seven days to ordain you.
8	Exodus 40:15	Anoint them just as you anointed their father, so that they may also serve Me as priests. Their anointing will qualify them for a permanent priesthood throughout their generations.”
9	Hebrews 5:4–5	No one takes this honor upon himself; he must be called by God, just as Aaron was. So also Christ did not take upon Himself the glory of becoming a high priest, but He was called by the One who said to Him: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.”
10	Numbers 16:40	just as the LORD commanded him through Moses. This was to be a reminder to the Israelites that no outsider who is not a descendant of Aaron should approach to offer incense before the LORD, lest he become like Korah and his followers.

Exodus 29:9 Summary

In Exodus 29:9, God is instructing Moses to ordain Aaron and his sons as priests by wrapping sashes around them and tying headbands on them. This ceremony is a way of setting them apart for God's special service, much like the anointing oil in Exodus 29:7. Just as Aaron and his sons were ordained for a special purpose, we too can be set apart for God's service when we follow Him and obey His commands (Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 2:9). By seeking to live a life of obedience and service to God, we can, like Aaron and his sons, be part of God's plan to bring His presence and blessing to the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the sashes and headbands in Exodus 29:9?

The sashes and headbands symbolize the official ordination of Aaron and his sons as priests, as seen in Exodus 29:9, and are a visual representation of their sacred office, much like the anointing oil in Exodus 29:7.

What does it mean that the priesthood shall be theirs by a permanent statute?

This phrase indicates that the priesthood is a permanent institution, established by God, and that Aaron and his sons are being ordained to serve in this capacity, as supported by Exodus 40:15 and Numbers 25:13.

How does this ordination process relate to the larger narrative of Exodus?

The ordination of Aaron and his sons in Exodus 29:9 is a crucial step in the establishment of the Israelite priesthood, which is a key part of God's plan to dwell among His people, as seen in Exodus 25:8 and Hebrews 10:19-22.

What can we learn from the specifics of the ordination ceremony in Exodus 29:9?

The details of the ordination ceremony, including the use of sashes and headbands, emphasize the importance of obedience to God's commands and the need for careful attention to detail in our service to Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:32 and Matthew 28:20.

Reflection Questions

What does it mean for me to be 'ordained' or set apart for God's service, and how can I live out this calling in my daily life?
How can I, like Aaron and his sons, prepare myself for the sacred responsibilities that God has given me, and what role does obedience play in this process?
What are some ways that I can honor and respect those who have been ordained or set apart for spiritual leadership, and how can I support them in their ministry?
In what ways can I apply the principles of Exodus 29:9 to my own life, particularly in terms of seeking to be set apart for God's purposes and living a life of obedience to His commands?

Gill's Exposition on Exodus 29:9

And thou shalt gird them with girdles (Aaron and his sons),.... Aaron with the girdle of the ephod, and with the girdle of needlework, and his sons with common girdles made for them; all which showed

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 29:9

And thou shalt put the mitre upon his head, and put the holy crown upon the mitre. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 29:9

A perpetual statute; so long as the Jewish pedagogy and policy lasts.

Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 29:9

Exodus 29:9 And thou shalt gird them with girdles, Aaron and his sons, and put the bonnets on them: and the priest’ s office shall be theirs for a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons.Ver. 9. Consecrate.] Heb., Fill their hands, sc., with sacrifices: they were not to fill their own hands, as Jeroboam’ s priests did.

Cambridge Bible on Exodus 29:9

9. consecrate] install (lit. fill the hands of): see on Exodus 28:41.

Sermons on Exodus 29:9

	Sermon	Description
	Servanthood - Keeping a Pure Heart by Chuck Smith	In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of individuals seeking attention and glory for themselves instead of focusing on praising God. He expresses his frustration with tho
	The Order Appointed by God by Clement of Rome	Clement of Rome emphasizes the importance of following God's commands in an orderly and timely manner, specifically in presenting offerings and performing services to Him. He highl
	The Consecrated Ear by T. Austin-Sparks	T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the consecrated ear in the life of a believer, illustrating how the blood of consecration marks a separation from the old ways and p
	The True Source of All ministry... Union With Christ by T. Austin-Sparks	T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of union with Christ in ministry, illustrating the dual aspects of consecration through the shedding and sprinkling of blood as seen in
	The Ear for the Lord Alone by T. Austin-Sparks	T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the critical role of the ear in spiritual life, illustrating how the act of listening can lead to either spiritual downfall or redemption. He discusses
	K-028 True Ministry by Art Katz	In this sermon, the speaker describes a chaotic scene where people are reclining and not paying attention, surrounded by litter and disorder. The speaker questions what ministry sh
	(Church Leadership) 12. Hating Spiritual Death by Zac Poonen	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of discernment and not being fooled by false teachings. He warns against being swayed by psychological gimmicks and encourages