Leviticus

Chapter 1

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Scripture

KJV

1And the LORD called unto Moses, and spake unto him out of the tabernacle of the congregation, saying,

2Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, If any man of you bring an offering unto the LORD, ye shall bring your offering of the cattle, even of the herd, and of the flock.

3If his offering be a burnt sacrifice of the herd, let him offer a male without blemish: he shall offer it of his own voluntary will at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the LORD.

4And he shall put his hand upon the head of the burnt offering; and it shall be accepted for him to make atonement for him.

5And he shall kill the bullock before the LORD: and the priests, Aaron’s sons, shall bring the blood, and sprinkle the blood round about upon the altar that is by the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.

6And he shall flay the burnt offering, and cut it into his pieces.

7And the sons of Aaron the priest shall put fire upon the altar, and lay the wood in order upon the fire:

8And the priests, Aaron’s sons, shall lay the parts, the head, and the fat, in order upon the wood that is on the fire which is upon the altar:

9But his inwards and his legs shall he wash in water: and the priest shall burn all on the altar, to be a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.

10And if his offering be of the flocks, namely, of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish.

11And he shall kill it on the side of the altar northward before the LORD: and the priests, Aaron’s sons, shall sprinkle his blood round about upon the altar.

12And he shall cut it into his pieces, with his head and his fat: and the priest shall lay them in order on the wood that is on the fire which is upon the altar:

13But he shall wash the inwards and the legs with water: and the priest shall bring it all, and burn it upon the altar: it is a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.

14And if the burnt sacrifice for his offering to the LORD be of fowls, then he shall bring his offering of turtledoves, or of young pigeons.

15And the priest shall bring it unto the altar, and wring off his head, and burn it on the altar; and the blood thereof shall be wrung out at the side of the altar:

16And he shall pluck away his crop with his feathers, and cast it beside the altar on the east part, by the place of the ashes:

17And he shall cleave it with the wings thereof, but shall not divide it asunder: and the priest shall burn it upon the altar, upon the wood that is upon the fire: it is a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.

Overview

Leviticus Chapter 1 continues the biblical narrative and provides important insights into God's character and His plan for redemption. As you study this chapter, discover themes of faith, obedience, grace, and God's unfailing love.

Key Themes

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God's Faithfulness

God's consistent character and His commitment to covenant promises.

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Human Response

Various responses to God's word — showing consequences of belief and doubt.

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Spiritual Truth

Spiritual principles applicable to our faith journey today.

Study Questions

1.

What are the main events or teachings described in this chapter?

2.

How do the characters respond to God in this passage?

3.

What challenges are presented, and how are they resolved?

4.

What does this chapter reveal about God's character?

5.

What spiritual lessons can you apply to your own life?

Connection to Christ

Every passage ultimately points to Jesus through prophecy, typology, or thematic connection.

Jesus is the true source of faithfulness, the perfect response to God's word, and the embodiment of all spiritual truths presented throughout Scripture.

Personal Reflection

Take time to journal or meditate on what God is teaching you through Leviticus 1. How can these truths transform your thinking and actions today?

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