Zone1 Reading Leviticus

[Woodznutz]

God has opened salvation to the Gentile too. But true Christians are rare

"Gentiles" includes the other descendants of Israel.

 

[Woodznutz]

No. It's a NATIONAL COVENANT for Israel. It hasn't all been fulfilled until the Lost Tribes are represented in the Land of Israel.

The "New Covenant" is a SPIRITUAL Covenant for the Church

The 'national' covenant is more like the 'birthright promise' and various prophecies concerning the future of Israel.

 

[foggedinn]

Grok's summary of Leviticus

The Book of Leviticus, the third book of the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, holds significant importance in both Judaism and Christianity. Written primarily as a guide for the priests and Levites (hence the name, derived from the tribe of Levi), it provides detailed instructions on rituals, laws, and moral conduct, reflecting a framework for holiness and covenant relationship with God. Traditionally dated to around 1440–1400 BCE and attributed to Moses, it was likely compiled over time, with its final form emerging during or after the Babylonian Exile (6th century BCE).Its significance lies in several key areas. First, it establishes the sacrificial system—rules for offerings like burnt, grain, peace, sin, and guilt sacrifices (Leviticus 1-7)—which were central to Israelite worship and atonement for sins, pointing to a deeper theology of reconciliation with God. Second, it outlines the role of the priesthood, particularly Aaron and his descendants, in mediating between the people and God (Leviticus 8-10). Third, it introduces the concept of ritual purity through laws on diet, disease, and bodily functions (Leviticus 11-15), emphasizing separation from impurity as a reflection of divine holiness. The famous command "Be holy, for I am holy" (Leviticus 19:2) encapsulates this theme.Leviticus 19, often called a moral cornerstone, includes the second greatest commandment according to Jesus: "Love your neighbor as yourself" (19:18), alongside ethical laws on justice, honesty, and care for the poor. The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) in Leviticus 16, with its scapegoat ritual, is another pivotal element, symbolizing the removal of communal sin and still observed in Judaism today.

The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) in Leviticus 16, with its scapegoat ritual, is another pivotal element, symbolizing the removal of communal sin and still observed in Judaism today.

As a Christian, I consider Lev. 16 to be the central chapter in the whole bible. God's whole plan of salvation is laid out in that one chapter. It is a NT in miniature. Jesus is there (the Lamb of God). So is John the Baptist ( the bullock, prepare ye the way of the Lord, male His paths straight). That man of sin (The scapegoat) is also there.

Anyone who sees the NT in Lev. 16 Knows true doctrine.