Priestly Attire in Ancient Egypt: Symbols of Purity and Spiritual Authority Priests in ancient Egypt wore clothing that reflected their sacred roles. Their main garment was a white linen robe or kilt, symbolizing purity and cleanliness. Higher-ranking priests often wore leopard or panther skins over their robes during important rituals—especially funerary rites—representing spiritual power and a connection to the god Osiris. Priests were clean-shaven and often bald for hygiene and religious reas