Why Holiness Matters with Dr Michael Allen

In this episode, Nate Claiborne talks with Michael Allen about the significance of holiness, not just as a theme in Leviticus, but as an important emphasis in the New Testament as well. They examine concept of holiness that threads through the sacrificial practices and the moral teachings of the holiness code. By shedding light on how these seemingly distinct sections of Leviticus are unified under the theme of holiness, they aim to deepen your understanding of what it means to live a holy life both as individuals and as a community.

The central focus is on a pivotal moment in Leviticus 10, a passage that’s been interpreted as thematic for the entire book. Here, they explore how Leviticus offers comprehensive answers to the nature of holiness, which Paul picks up on later in his letter to Timothy. Seeing the connections here allows us to understand the continuing importance of a book like Leviticus and to discover how a richer grasp of the holy can significantly impact our personal and communal life today.