Leviticus
Laws
Summary of Leviticus
27 chapters ● 72 min ● 1450-1410 BCE
The Book of Leviticus is the third book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It contains the laws and instructions given by God to the Israelites through Moses after the Exodus from Egypt. The book is divided into several sections, including laws on sacrifices and offerings, laws on cleanliness and purity, laws on moral and ethical behavior, and laws on the proper conduct of religious ceremonies. One of the main themes of the book is the concept of holiness, and it emphasizes the importance of being set apart and dedicated to God. The book also contains a number of regulations concerning the proper treatment of others, including laws on justice, charity, and social responsibility. Key figures in the book of Leviticus include Moses, who received the laws from God, and Aaron, the first high priest of the Israelites. The book also mentions various other Israelite leaders and officials, such as the priests and the Levites, who were responsible for carrying out the various laws and instructions.
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Burnt Offerings
Leviticus, 1
17 verses ● 2 min
God tells Moses how the Israelites are to present offerings to him, including burnt offerings, grain offerings, and peace offerings.
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Grain Offerings
Leviticus, 2
16 verses ● 2 min
God gives instructions for preparing the grain offering, including the use of salt and oil.
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Peace Offerings
Leviticus, 3
17 verses ● 2 min
God gives instructions for preparing the peace offering, including the use of salt and the presentation of certain portions to the priests.
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Sin Offerings
Leviticus, 4
35 verses ● 3 min
God gives instructions for making sin and guilt offerings.
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Guilt Offerings
Leviticus, 5
19 verses ● 2 min
God commands the Israelites to confess their sins and make restitution for wrongs they have committed.
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The Law of the Burnt Offering
Leviticus, 6
30 verses ● 3 min
God gives instructions for the burnt offering, the grain offering, and the sin offering, including how the priests are to prepare and present the offerings.
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The Law of the Grain Offering
Leviticus, 7
38 verses ● 4 min
God gives instructions for the peace offering, including how the priests are to prepare and present the offering, and how the people are to eat the meat of the offering.
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The Consecration of Aaron and His Sons
Leviticus, 8
36 verses ● 4 min
God ordains Aaron and his sons as priests, and gives them instructions for their consecration.
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Aaron's First Day as High Priest
Leviticus, 9
24 verses ● 3 min
God appears to the Israelites and Aaron offers the first offerings as a priest.
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Unauthorized Fire
Leviticus, 10
20 verses ● 2 min
God forbids Aaron's sons Nadab and Abihu from offering "strange fire" before him and they are consumed by fire as punishment.
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Clean and Unclean Foods
Leviticus, 11
47 verses ● 4 min
God gives the Israelites laws for clean and unclean animals, and instructs them on how to tell the difference.
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Purification after Childbirth
Leviticus, 12
8 verses ● 1 min
God gives laws for purification after childbirth.
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Skin Diseases
Leviticus, 13
59 verses ● 5 min
God gives laws for dealing with various skin diseases.
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Purification for Mold and Mildew
Leviticus, 14
57 verses ● 5 min
God gives laws for dealing with mildew and mold in houses and clothing.
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Bodily Discharges
Leviticus, 15
33 verses ● 3 min
God gives laws for dealing with bodily discharges, including menstruation and ejaculation.
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The Day of Atonement
Leviticus, 16
34 verses ● 3 min
God gives instructions for the Day of Atonement, a day when the Israelites are to fast and make offerings to seek forgiveness for their sins.
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Regulations Concerning Blood
Leviticus, 17
16 verses ● 2 min
God gives laws for the proper slaughter and consumption of animals.
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Sexual Regulations
Leviticus, 18
30 verses ● 3 min
God gives laws for sexual conduct, including prohibitions on incest, adultery, and homosexuality.
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Holiness and Ethics
Leviticus, 19
37 verses ● 4 min
God gives laws for various moral and ethical conduct, including commandments to love one's neighbor, to keep the Sabbath, and to refrain from idolatry and false oaths.
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Capital Punishments
Leviticus, 20
27 verses ● 3 min
God gives laws for various penalties, including those for blasphemy, sacrifice to other gods, and witchcraft.
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The Holiness of Priests
Leviticus, 21
24 verses ● 3 min
God gives laws for the priests, including guidelines for their physical appearance, behavior and marriage.
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The Requirements for Offerings
Leviticus, 22
33 verses ● 3 min
God gives laws for the proper presentation of offerings and for the priests who present them.
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The Sabbath and Other Festivals
Leviticus, 23
44 verses ● 4 min
God gives instructions for the annual festivals and appointed times.
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The Lampstand and the Bread of the Presence
Leviticus, 24
23 verses ● 2 min
God gives instructions for the lampstand, the bread of the presence and the altar of incense.
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The Year of Jubilee
Leviticus, 25
55 verses ● 5 min
God gives instructions for the Sabbath year and the Year of Jubilee, including the release of debts and the return of property
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Blessings for Obedience and Curses for Disobedience
Leviticus, 26
46 verses ● 4 min
God promises blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience.
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Vows and Dedications
Leviticus, 27
34 verses ● 3 min
God gives laws for the consecration and redemption of property, including houses and fields.
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