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GEddie
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The rope around the ankle or body was a myth; Scripture does not mention it, nor does the Halachah; and it would violate the laws concerning the HP’s vestments.No one was allowed to touch it and if they did they would die. Once a year the high priest was allowed to enter into the chamber (the Holy of Holies) in order to sprinkle blood on the Ark for the Day of Atonement. He had bells on his garment and a rope tied to his leg. If he died in the Holy of Holies (no bells ringing), the other priests would pull the rope to drag him out from under the curtain.![]()
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