Exodus 30:20

When they go into the tabernacle of the congregation, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn offering made by fire unto the LORD:

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Other Translations for Exodus 30:20

BSB
Whenever they enter the Tent of Meeting or approach the altar to minister by presenting an offering made by fire to the LORD, they must wash with water so that they will not die.
AKJV
When they go into the tabernacle of the congregation, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn offering made by fire to the LORD:
CPDV
when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord upon it,
ERV
when they go into the tent of meeting, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn an offering made by fire unto the LORD:
NHEB
When they go into the Tent of Meeting, they shall wash with water, that they not die; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn an offering made by fire to the LORD.
SMT
In their coming into the tent of appointment, they shall wash with water, and they shall not die: or in their drawing near to the altar to serve, to burn a sacrifice to Jehovah.

Commentary for Exodus 30:20

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Overview of Exodus 30:20
Summary
Washing prevents death near sanctuary
Place
Tabernacle
Event
Washing requirement consequence
Estimated Time Period
c. 1450 BC
Category
Ritual