Leviticus 8
Dear RTB’ers,
OK, the plan for 2025 is that I will focus on STS much more than I did in 2024, effectively answering the first question in my daily comments. So far I’ve done that, but I haven’t seen much from you all as to your replies for the second question… Anyone?
So, today’s first question: “…the order of the dedication? …any significance…?” The order of the dedication is straightforward: dressing / clothing Aaron and his sons; anointing them with oil; the sin offering; the burnt offering; the ordination offering; the wave offering; then Aaron and his sons go outside the gate and eat the offering and stay there for seven days.
What is the significance of this ordering? To me the significance lies in the ordering of the offerings – sin, burnt, ordination, wave. First, the sin offering, offered for any unintentional sins committed by Aaron and his sons, a “cleansing” of all their sins. Then the burnt offering – thanksgiving and praise to God for His deliverance, His grace, His love. Then the ordination offering, anointing Aaron and his sons with blood on their ears, thumbs, and toes. Finally, the wave offering, closing the activities with a fellowship meal. That’s how I see it. Anyone else?
Blessings!