Numbers 20:26

And strip Aaron of his garments, and put them upon Eleazar his son: and Aaron shall be gathered unto his people, and shall die there.

Cross-reference

In Numbers 20:28, Moses executes the command — he strips Aaron and puts the garments on Eleazar, fulfilling this instruction.

Exodus 29:29 Prophetic fulfillment

Exodus 29:29 commands that Aaron's holy garments pass to his sons, which is exactly what happens here with Eleazar.

Hebrews 7:23 notes that many priests were needed because death prevented them from continuing — exactly what Aaron's death and replacement demonstrates.

Hebrews 7:24 contrasts Jesus' eternal priesthood with Aaron's temporary one — since Jesus lives forever, no succession is needed.

Exodus 28:2 Historical context

Exodus 28:2 records God's original command to make these sacred garments for Aaron — the garments being transferred here.

Leviticus 16:32 Historical context

Leviticus 16:32 describes the anointed successor priest who makes atonement, which is what the garment transfer inaugurates.

Exodus 29:30 instructs the successor to wear the garments for seven days, complementing the transfer of office.

Hebrews 7:11 argues that the Levitical priesthood could not bring perfection, highlighting the temporary nature illustrated by Aaron's death and succession here.

Joshua 24:33 Historical context

Joshua 24:33 later records Eleazar's death, showing the ongoing priestly line that began with this transfer.

1 Chronicles 6:50 Historical context

1 Chronicles 6:50 lists the descendants of Aaron, tracing the priesthood lineage from Eleazar onward.

Isaiah 22:21 uses similar imagery of robe transfer to signify authority succession, paralleling the priestly transition.