The high priest in the Bible, particularly in the Old Testament, represents God to the people and offers sacrifices for their sins.
In the Old Testament, the high priest's role was pivotal as the one who mediated between God and the Israelites. As seen in Exodus 28:1-3, Aaron was chosen by God to minister in this sacred office, foreshadowing the coming of Christ, our ultimate high priest. The high priest offered sacrifices for sins and made intercession for the people, as outlined in Hebrews 5:4, which states that no one takes this honor upon themselves, but they are called by God. This role illustrates the relationship between God and His people, established through sacrificial atonement.
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