Then the LORD said to Moses, Then the LORD said to Moses,God continued to give Moses authoritative instruction for Israel’s worship and covenant life. The commands that follow concern the holiness required of the priests as they handled sacred offerings. Moses received and delivered God’s word as the mediator of the old covenant, foreshadowing Christ, the perfect mediator of the new covenant, who brings His people near to God through His own holiness and sacrifice (Hebrews 9:15). Exo 6:13 Then the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, giving them a charge… Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who is holy and requires holiness from His people. 2. Moses The prophet and leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to deliver His laws and commandments to the people. 3. Israelites The chosen people of God, who are to live according to His laws and statutes as given through Moses. Teaching Points Holiness of GodGod’s instructions to Moses underscore His holiness and the need for His people to approach Him with reverence and purity. Role of Mediator Moses acts as a mediator between God and the Israelites, prefiguring Christ as the ultimate mediator between God and humanity. Obedience to God’s Commands The passage highlights the importance of obedience to God’s commands as a reflection of our relationship with Him. Continuity of God’s Word The consistency of God’s message from the Old Testament to the New Testament shows His unchanging nature and the fulfillment of His promises. Priestly Responsibility The priests had a special role in maintaining the sanctity of worship, reminding us of our own responsibilities as a "royal priesthood" in Christ. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the role of Moses as a mediator in Leviticus 22:1 point to the role of Jesus Christ in the New Testament?2. In what ways does the holiness of God, as seen in Leviticus, challenge us to live differently in our daily lives? 3. How can we apply the principle of obedience to God’s commands in our modern context, especially when faced with cultural pressures? 4. What responsibilities do we have as believers today to maintain the sanctity of our worship and service to God? 5. How does understanding the continuity of God’s Word from the Old Testament to the New Testament strengthen our faith and trust in His promises? Connections to Other Scriptures Exodus 3The calling of Moses, where God reveals Himself as "I AM," establishing the authority and holiness of the One who speaks in Leviticus. Leviticus 11 Discusses the laws of clean and unclean, emphasizing the theme of holiness that is continued in Leviticus 22. Hebrews 10 Reflects on the priesthood and the ultimate fulfillment of the law through Jesus Christ, connecting the Old Testament priestly laws to the New Covenant.
People Aaron, Israelites, MosesPlaces TemanTopics Saying, Spake, Speaketh, SpokeDictionary of Bible Themes Leviticus 22:1-28269 holiness, separation from worldly Library The Two Sabbath-Controversies - the Plucking of the Ears of Corn by the Disciples, and the Healing of the Man with the Withered HandIN grouping together the three miracles of healing described in the last chapter, we do not wish to convey that it is certain they had taken place in precisely that order. Nor do we feel sure, that they preceded what is about to be related. In the absence of exact data, the succession of events and their location must be matter of combination. From their position in the Evangelic narratives, and the manner in which all concerned speak and act, we inferred, that they took place at that particular … Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Eleventh Day. The Holy one of Israel. Leviticus Links Leviticus 22:1 NIVLeviticus 22:1 NLT Leviticus 22:1 ESV Leviticus 22:1 NASB Leviticus 22:1 KJV Leviticus 22:1 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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