Old Testament · Law
Leviticus
Written by Moses. Written for Priests and families who needed to know how to come near a holy God.
Big picture in three sentences
Leviticus teaches Israel that God is holy and that he makes a way for sinful people to draw near.
Offerings, priests, and feast days show that forgiveness and joy both come from God.
The center of the book is simple: love your neighbor, because the Lord is your God.
The book is named for the tribe of Levi, the priestly family.
Key verse · Leviticus 19:18
““‘You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people; but you shall love your neighbor as yourself. I am Yahweh.”
Stories families know from this book
- The offerings
- The day of atonement
- The feast days
- Love your neighbor