1. Leviticus 21:13 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

What is the context of verse 13?

Leviticus 21:13 (ESV)

13 And he shall take a wife in her virginity.

As with the other priests, the Lord turns from mourning custom to principles of marital purity. On this occasion, even stricter regulations are placed upon the high priest.

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