Walk Leviticus!
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
Why do Jewish children begin their study of Bible in Leviticus? “Since children are pure and the sacrifices are pure, let the pure come and occupy themselves with things that are pure’ (Leviticus R. vii.3)”. To “walk Leviticus,” we must find a balance between two worlds—the pure and the impure, the holy and the common. Ours is a priestly calling, to be holy ones, just as God is holy!
Top Highlights
“Many consider Leviticus a technical and difficult book. Yet a five-year-old traditionally begins his study with this book! The call to the priesthood is the child’s first exposure to Jewish education. The Midrash quotes God as saying, ‘Since the children are pure, and the sacrifices are pure let the pure come and occupy themselves with things that are pure’ [Lev. R. vii. 3] The call to enter God’s Presence characterizes the entire book.” (Pages 12–13)
“Nursing hatred, whether actively (as a desire for vengeance) or passively (in bearing a grudge), is both an unloving and ungodly way to judge!” (Page 125)
“The burnt offering atones for sinful thoughts and ideas that have not become deeds” (Page 17)
“God calls the nation to be holy. Holiness must be maintained in the camp; or else God will progressively withdraw His Presence, His blessing, and His protection.” (Page 4)
“A person who bears sin is guilty, regardless of whether or not he knows it.” (Page 21)