“Make
linen undergarments as a covering for the body, reaching from the waist to the
thigh. Aaron and his sons must wear them
whenever they enter the tent of meeting or approach the altar to minister in
the Holy Place, so that they will not incur guilt and die.” Exodus 28:42-43
They
did. Every part of the priests’ garments
were important to make sure it fit the qualifications of the role. The underwear hid the priest’s privates
discreetly and also made sure the priests were comfortable. All of the priest’s uniform was important.