Exodus 30:19
Exodus 30:19 in Multiple Translations
with which Aaron and his sons are to wash their hands and feet.
For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat:
And Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat:
That it may be used by Aaron and his sons for washing their hands and feet;
Aaron and his sons will use it to wash their hands and feet.
For Aaron and his sonnes shall wash their hands and their feete thereat.
and Aaron and his sons have washed at it their hands and their feet,
Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet in it.
For Aaron and their sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat:
Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and feet in it:
Aaron and his sons must ritually wash their hands and their feet with this water
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 30:19
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Exodus 30:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/רָחֲצ֛וּ
אַהֲרֹ֥ן
וּ/בָנָ֖י/ו
מִמֶּ֑/נּוּ
אֶת
יְדֵי/הֶ֖ם
וְ/אֶת
רַגְלֵי/הֶֽם
וְ/רָחֲצ֛וּ
râchats
H7364
to wash
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
אַהֲרֹ֥ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
Aaron
N-proper
וּ/בָנָ֖י/ו
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp | Suff
מִמֶּ֑/נּוּ
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יְדֵי/הֶ֖ם
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cd | Suff
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
רַגְלֵי/הֶֽם
regel
H7272
foot
N-fd | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 30:19
וְ/רָחֲצ֛וּ
râchats
H7364
"to wash"
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
The Hebrew word for washing or bathing, used in Exodus 30:19 where priests had to wash their hands and feet before entering the temple. It means to clean or purify oneself, as seen in 2 Kings 5:10 where Elisha tells Naaman to wash in the Jordan River.
Definition: : wash 1) to wash, wash off, wash away, bathe 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to wash, wash off, wash away 1a2) to wash, bathe (oneself) 1b) (Pual) to be washed 1c) (Hithpael) to wash oneself 2a) (Hithpael Passive) to be regarded clean, trustworthy
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: bathe (self), wash (self). See also: Genesis 18:4; Leviticus 16:4; Psalms 26:6.
אַהֲרֹ֥ן
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/בָנָ֖י/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.
מִמֶּ֑/נּוּ
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
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.
יְדֵי/הֶ֖ם
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cd | Suff
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.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
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.
רַגְלֵי/הֶֽם
regel
H7272
"foot"
N-fd | Suff
This word also means a foot, like when God says he will tread on the wicked in Malachi 4:3. It's used to describe human and animal feet, as well as the base of objects like tables or idols.
Definition: 1) foot 1a) foot, leg 1b) of God (anthropomorphic) 1c) of seraphim, cherubim, idols, animals, table 1d) according to the pace of (with prep) 1e) three times (feet, paces) Aramaic equivalent: re.gal (רְגַל "foot" H7271)
Usage: Occurs in 232 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] be able to endure, [idiom] according as, [idiom] after, [idiom] coming, [idiom] follow, (broken-)foot(-ed, -stool), [idiom] great toe, [idiom] haunt, [idiom] journey, leg, [phrase] piss, [phrase] possession, time. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Samuel 22:39; Psalms 8:7.
Study Notes — Exodus 30:19
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- Exodus 30:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 30:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 30:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 30:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
- Sermons on Exodus 30:19
Context — The Bronze Basin
17And the LORD said to Moses,
18“You are to make a bronze basin with a bronze stand for washing. Set it between the Tent of Meeting and the altar, and put water in it,
19with which Aaron and his sons are to wash their hands and feet.
20Whenever they enter the Tent of Meeting or approach the altar to minister by presenting a food offering to the LORD, they must wash with water so that they will not die. 21Thus they are to wash their hands and feet so that they will not die; this shall be a permanent statute for Aaron and his descendants for the generations to come.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaiah 52:11 | Depart, depart, go out from there! Touch no unclean thing; come out from it, purify yourselves, you who carry the vessels of the LORD. |
| 2 | Exodus 40:31–32 | and from it Moses, Aaron, and his sons washed their hands and feet. They washed whenever they entered the Tent of Meeting or approached the altar, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. |
| 3 | Psalms 26:6 | I wash my hands in innocence that I may go about Your altar, O LORD, |
| 4 | Hebrews 10:22 | let us draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. |
| 5 | Titus 3:5 | He saved us, not by the righteous deeds we had done, but according to His mercy, through the washing of new birth and renewal by the Holy Spirit. |
| 6 | Hebrews 9:10 | They consist only in food and drink and special washings—external regulations imposed until the time of reform. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 6:9–11 | Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who submit to or perform homosexual acts, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor verbal abusers, nor swindlers, will inherit the kingdom of God. And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God. |
| 8 | John 13:8–10 | “Never shall You wash my feet!” Peter told Him. Jesus answered, “Unless I wash you, you have no part with Me.” “Then, Lord,” Simon Peter replied, “not only my feet, but my hands and my head as well!” Jesus told him, “Whoever has already bathed needs only to wash his feet, and he will be completely clean. And you are clean, though not all of you.” |
| 9 | Revelation 1:5–6 | and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood, who has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and power forever and ever! Amen. |
Exodus 30:19 Summary
This verse is talking about how Aaron and his sons, who were priests, needed to wash their hands and feet before they could serve God in the Tent of Meeting. This was to help them remember to be pure and clean in their hearts and actions, just like God is pure and clean (as seen in Psalms 92:15). It's like when we need to wash our hands before eating, but instead, it's about washing our hearts and minds to be ready to serve God. We can apply this principle to our own lives by seeking to maintain spiritual purity and cleanliness, as mentioned in 1 John 1:9, and by prioritizing our relationship with God above all else.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Aaron and his sons need to wash their hands and feet?
Aaron and his sons needed to wash their hands and feet to maintain ceremonial purity, as commanded by God in Exodus 30:19, and to avoid death, as stated in Exodus 30:20-21, and also as a reminder of the importance of spiritual cleanliness, as seen in Psalms 24:3-4.
What was the purpose of the bronze basin in the Tent of Meeting?
The bronze basin, also known as the laver, was used for the priests to wash their hands and feet before ministering, as mentioned in Exodus 30:18-19, and it symbolized the need for spiritual purification, as also seen in the washing of Jesus' disciples' feet in John 13:1-17.
Is this verse still relevant to believers today?
While the specific ritual of washing hands and feet is not applicable to believers today, the principle of maintaining spiritual purity and cleanliness is still relevant, as seen in 1 John 1:9 and 2 Corinthians 7:1, where believers are called to cleanse themselves from all defilement.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Exodus?
This verse is part of the larger theme of Exodus, which emphasizes the importance of worship, sacrifice, and obedience to God, as seen in Exodus 20:1-17, where God gives the Ten Commandments, and Exodus 25:1-31:18, where God provides instructions for building the Tabernacle.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to 'wash my hands and feet' to maintain spiritual purity and cleanliness?
- How can I apply the principle of ceremonial purity to my daily life, and what are some practical steps I can take to maintain a clean heart and conscience?
- What are some ways that I can prioritize spiritual purification and cleanliness in my own life, and what role does repentance and forgiveness play in this process?
- How can I balance the need for spiritual purity with the reality of living in a fallen world, and what are some strategies for maintaining my spiritual integrity in the face of challenges and temptations?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 30:19
For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 30:19
For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
To signify their natural impurity and unworthiness, either to handle holy things, or to come into the holy place, and their need of washing with the blood and Spirit of Christ, which was typified by this washing.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
Exodus 30:19 For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat:Ver. 19. For Aaron and his sons.] Here they were to wash before they prayed for the people. We must first make our own peace with God before we take upon us to intercede for others. So did David. So we are advised to do, Lamentations 3:39-40.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
(19) Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet.—Washing the hands symbolised purity in act; washing the feet, holiness in all their walk and conversation.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 30:19
17–21. The bronze Laver (cf. Exodus 38:8, Exodus 40:30). This was for the priests to wash their hands and feet in, before entering into the Tent of Meeting, or offering sacrifice: it was to stand in the court, in front of the Tent of Meeting, between it and the (bronze) altar. The shape and dimensions of this laver are not prescribed. In Solomon’s Temple there were ten lavers, each of large size, for the same purpose (1 Kings 7:38 f.).
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 30:19
THE LAVER, 17-21.
Sermons on Exodus 30:19
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Regeneration & Self-Denial by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of churches abandoning biblical terminology and relying on church growth methodologies. He emphasizes the need for truth that goes b |
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(Secret of Paul's Authority) 2. Paul Kept His Conscience Clean by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a godly cobbler who refused to compromise his work for the sake of making more money. The cobbler's assistant suggests using old le |
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Rise and Shine 1999 Conference-38 Raising the Level of Public Ministry by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of giving one's best in preparing the message. He shares an example of a well-known radio preacher who spends 10 hours a day f |
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The Book of Daniel by G.H. Lang | F.F. Bruce commends G.H. Lang's work on the Old Testament Apocalypse, emphasizing its relevance in times of crisis and upheaval. Lang focuses on the spiritual and prophetic lessons |
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Separation From the Ungodly World by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow emphasizes the necessity of separation from the ungodly world, urging believers to recognize their distinct identity as God's chosen people. He highlights that whi |
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Early Lessons for Christ's Disciples by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches on the lessons from Mark 1:16-45, focusing on the events that followed Christ's call to His first disciples. The sermon highlights seven vital spiritual |
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Experiences Concerning Things Relating to God's Everlasting Kingdom by Isaac Penington | Isaac Penington preaches about the importance of true separation from the spirit, ways, and worships of the world in order to be true worshippers of God. He emphasizes the necessit |