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Adventistische Schriften über: "What is the significance of the color white in the sanctuary in connection with God's righteousness, the temple, purity, and worship?"
Answer
In the service of the sanctuary and biblical context, the color white symbolizes perfect purity, holiness, and freedom from any blemish or sin. The white garments of the priests during the sacrificial service served as a visible sign of the purity of conscience, honor, and God's favor. At the same time, the white linen represents Christ's righteousness and His flawless character, which is bestowed upon believers in faith.
White Garments in the Priestly Service as a Symbol of Purity and Holiness
»White is the color of garments that are not stained by any [blemish], and therefore white garments were the clothing of those who offered sacrifices; to show the holiness of their lives and the purity of their conscience; that they were free from contamination and stood in God's favor. [...] And so God gave the Jewish priests white garments as a sign of honor and glory as well as purity and holiness.«
The White Linen as Christ's Righteousness and His Holy Ones
»“And it was given to them to clothe themselves in fine linen, pure and white; for fine linen is the righteousness of the saints.” The wedding garment depicts the pure, flawless character that the true followers of Christ will possess. [...] It is Christ's righteousness, His own flawless character, which is granted to all through faith who accept Him as their personal Redeemer.«
The White Garment as an Exchange of Injustice for Righteousness
»Being clothed in white garments is explained in other scriptures as a symbol that injustice is exchanged for righteousness. “Take away his dirty clothes,” is clarified by the following words: “Behold, I have taken your iniquity from you.” “The fine linen” or the white garment “is the righteousness of the saints.”«
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