The Whole Counsel of God Leviticus 22
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Jan 18, 2026 Dive into Leviticus 22 as Fr. Stephen De Young unpacks divine instructions for priests, emphasizing the sacredness of holy offerings. Discover the importance of cleanliness and the consequences of defilement, alongside intriguing rules about who can partake in priestly food. Explore ancient perspectives on slavery and the nuanced rights of household members. With a focus on kindness to animals and timely eating of offerings, this discussion blends theology with practical ethics, illuminating the richness of biblical law.
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Take Sacred Duties Seriously
- Be careful and take priestly duties seriously; maintain ceremonial cleanness before handling holy things.
- Avoid serving or touching sacred items while ceremonially unclean to prevent divine judgment.
Purify Before Eating Sacred Portions
- If ceremonially unclean, wash and wait until evening before eating priestly portions because cleanliness matters for acceptable worship.
- Do not eat animals that died naturally or were torn by wild beasts to avoid defilement.
Offerings Are God's, Not Theirs
- Holy offerings belong to God and are entrusted to priests, not to be shared with outsiders.
- A priest's household members may eat the offerings because they form part of the priest's divinely granted provision.
