Colour-Symbolistic Interpretation of the Ritual of “Removing the Ashes” in Leviticus 6:3-4
The Expository Times: International Journal of Biblical Studies, Theology and Ministry
Published online on April 16, 2026
Abstract
The Expository Times, Volume 137, Issue 7, Page 308-320, April 2026.
This study examines the ritual significance of priestly garment changes during ash removal (Leviticus 6:3-4), arguing this represents ritual transformation rather than practical necessity. Drawing on Mary Douglas’s theory of ritual boundaries and Susanne ...
This study examines the ritual significance of priestly garment changes during ash removal (Leviticus 6:3-4), arguing this represents ritual transformation rather than practical necessity. Drawing on Mary Douglas’s theory of ritual boundaries and Susanne ...