1. Studies in
the Book of Leviticus
Introduction
© John Stevenson, 2009

2. Tyndale Cornerstone Biblical Commentary
Baker, Brueggemann, Merrill

3. Leviticus 1:1
Then the LORD called to Moses and spoke to him from the tent of meeting…

5. Name of the Book Hebrew Name: ar'q.YIw: - “And He called”
Greek Name: Leuitikon

6. Tells of the worship that takes place in the Tabernacle EXODUS
LEVITICUS
Tells of the worship that takes place in the Tabernacle
EXODUS
Ends with the construction of the Tabernacle

7. Genesis Exodus Leviticus Begins with creation Begins in bondage
Begins in sacrifice
Depicts the rise of God’s people
Tells of the redemption from Egypt
Sets forth the rituals of worship and holiness
Origins of the nation
Deliverance of the nation
Life of the nation
Theocracy born
Theocracy established

8. Why should we study Leviticus?
Historical Reasons: It gives the historical background for the remainder of the Bible.
Theological Reasons: It establishes such principles as redemption and sacrifice.
Religious Reasons: It teaches us about worship.

9. Laws of the Offerings (1-7)
Outline of Leviticus
Laws of the Offerings (1-7)
Laws of the Priests (8-10)
Laws of Purity (11-15)
Day of Atonement (16)
Laws of Holiness (17-20)
Laws of the Priests (21-22)
Appointed Times (23-25)
Penalties and Vows (26-27)

10. What is the “Big Idea” in the book of Leviticus?

11. From where is this “big idea” derived?
“…you shall be holy, for I am holy” (Leviticus 11:45)

12. What is holiness?

13. What is the opposite of holiness?

14. Is there a difference between the two?
Purity
Holiness
Is there a difference between the two?

15. Common
Pure
Impure
Holy

16. What are some areas of life in which holiness ought to be seen in the lives of believers today?

17. Role Play Group Activity Divide into groups
Prepare a 5 minute role play or mini-drama illustrating holy living in a real life modern situation