Exodus 28:42 commands linen undergarments to cover the priests' nakedness, directly applying the same concern for modesty in worship.

Exodus 28:43 emphasizes that failure to cover nakedness brings guilt and death, reinforcing the seriousness of the altar rule.

Ecclesiastes 5:1 uses 'guard your steps' when approaching God, echoing the careful behavior commanded here about altar steps.

Ezekiel 43:17 describes an altar with steps, directly contradicting the prohibition of steps in Exodus 20:26 — a later change in practice.

Leviticus 10:3 stresses God's holiness when drawing near, reinforcing the reverent approach implied by the step prohibition.

Hebrews 12:29 declares God is a consuming fire, explaining why such reverence (and modesty) is necessary when approaching Him.

1 Peter 1:16 quotes 'be holy for I am holy,' the principle behind covering nakedness at the altar — a call to holy conduct.

In Hebrews 12:28, the call to offer worship with reverence and awe echoes the demand for modesty at the altar, emphasizing proper approach to God.