Lev 16:2 | MHM | STEP | v. 2 : One main reason for this law was to teach respect for the most holy place, where God’s presence was shown above the ark. Aaron could not go in whenever he wanted, but only once a year, and only the high priest could enter ( v. 2 ). This was to keep the place special and holy. In the time of Jesus, believers are invited to come near to God any time through faith in Christ (Hebrews 10:19,20; Hebrews 4:16 ; Ephesians 2:6; 2 Corinthians 3:18 ).

‏ Leviticus 16:2

v. 2: One main reason for this law was to teach respect for the most holy place, where God’s presence was shown above the ark. Aaron could not go in whenever he wanted, but only once a year, and only the high priest could enter (v. 2 ^a). This was to keep the place special and holy. In the time of Jesus, believers are invited to come near to God any time through faith in Christ (Hebrews 10:19,20; Hebrews 4:16 ^b; Ephesians 2:6; 2 Corinthians 3:18 ^c).