The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 03: Leviticus
"The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 03: Leviticus" is a religious text known for its legal and ceremonial instructions, likely compiled in the early first millennium BC. Part of the Old Testament, it primarily conveys laws pertaining to worship, priesthood, and moral conduct for the ancient Israelites, detailing sacrificial offerings and regulations for ceremonial cleanliness. At the start of Leviticus, God speaks to Moses from the tabernacle, providing detailed instructions regarding various offerings, including
burnt offerings, peace offerings, and sin offerings. This introduction emphasizes the importance of ritual sacrifices in maintaining a right relationship with God and the community. Specific guidelines are outlined, such as the types of animals to be used, the procedures for presenting sacrifices, and the role of Aaron and his sons as priests responsible for these rituals. The text establishes a foundational context for Israelite worship and highlights the significance of holiness and obedience in their covenantal relationship with God. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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The Bible, Douay-Rheims, Book 03: Leviticus The Challoner Revision |
|---|---|
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Book_of_Leviticus |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | This eBook was produced by David Widger from etext #1581 prepared by Dennis McCarthy, Atlanta, Georgia and Tad Book, student, Pontifical North American College, Rome |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament |
| Subject | Bible. Leviticus |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8303 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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