All the rest of the book is taken up with the laws, chiefly the ecclesiastical laws, which god gave to israel by moses, concerning their sacrifices and offerings, their. Leviticus used to be the first book jewish children studied in. Leviticus commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Regardless, its a great commentary book that helps readers of leviticus understand the leviticus is a book thats hard to comprehend because the practice and ceremony described in the book. Mathison says this commentary is not only the best commentary on the book of leviticus, it is one of the best commentaries on any book of the bible that i have read. There is no book, in the whole compass of that inspired volume which the holy ghost has given us, that con tains more of the very words of god than leviticus.
Read leviticus commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Over the period of a single month moses received the different classifications of blood sacrifice, the purity rites, the feast days and holy days of obligation that defined liturgical worship in gods sanctuary for the children of israel. Leviticus used to be the first book that jewish children studied in the synagogue. In the modern church it tends to be the last part of the bible that anyone looks at seriously. Duane lindsey, leviticus, in the bible knowledge commentary. Leviticus 12 hour course in this course, book study. Behind the various offerings lies a deep conviction that god is the lord of all creation. It was written by the old testament patriarch moses. Study the bible online using commentary on leviticus and more.
This indicates that the tabernacle was now completed. The hebrew word for the book is wayiqraa, which, according to strongs a primitive root definition comes. That end is stated clearly in this book, and if you want to understand leviticus, one verse right near the center of the book will help you. The book was thus called because it treats principally of the laws and regulations of the. The greek version of the septuagint, and the vulgate latin, have given the title of leviticus to the third book of the pentateuch, and the name has been retained in almost all the modern versions. Try looking at the mindmap diagrams and seeing how the book has a structure. Its the third book in the bible, and its often used as an example of how primitive and outdated and barbaric and strange the bible is. The name leviticus was given to the third book of the pentateuch by the ancient greek translators because a good part of this book deals with concerns of the priests, who are of the tribe of levi.
The book of leviticus is the book of fellowship or communion. Leviticus was written to the hebrew people of israel. Leviticus new international commentary on the old testament by gordon j. Following the introductory materials is the commentary proper. The purpose of leviticus is to provide instruction and laws to guide a sinful, yet redeemed. The bible book of leviticus with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. In this excellent commentary on leviticus, gordon wenham takes with equal seriousness both the plain original meaning of the text and its abiding theological value.
The book of leviticus new international commentary on the old testament kindle edition by wenham, gordon j download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Jay sklar walks you through the challenging details of the book of leviticus. Aaron and his sons forbidden to mourn for nadab and abihu. Commentary on the book of leviticus by matthew henry old. This is an excellent book written in a very readable. They remain at sinai through the book of leviticus.
Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible. The book of leviticusthe book of leviticus agape bible study. In leviticus the principles of approaching god are shown. Notice there are no dates on any of our reading plans so anyone can join us anytime. Leviticus receives its name from the septuagint the prechristian greek translation of the ot and means relating to the levites.
The book of leviticus is a book of actual, real sacrifices. The name leviticus is taken from the septuagint, identifying the section of the pentateuch which we call leviticus. While the israelites were sacrificing animals at the time, this was a type picture, illustration of the coming redeemer who was promised as early as genesis 3. Everything from sexual conduct to the handling of food, to instructions for worship and religious celebrations, is covered in detail in the book of leviticus. Individual study there is no set way to conduct personal study here are some ideas. Wenham divides his commentary of the book of leviticus into four major sections. The note at the start of this commentary tells us that leviticus is about gods people. Because the israelites had been held captive in egypt for 400 years, the concept of god had been distorted by the polytheistic, pagan egyptians. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of leviticus new international commentary on the old testament.
The book of leviticus new international commentary on the. To aid in reconstructing the original meaning of the text, wenham draws from studies of old testament ritual and sacrifice that compare and contrast biblical customs with the practices of other near eastern cultures. Leviticus lihvihtihkus is the third book of both the bible, and the torah. The book of leviticus is like that set of blueprints. The book of leviticus opens with god calling moses from the tabernacle. Book of leviticus john gills exposition of the bible. A commentary on the book of leviticus gordon college faculty. Wenham the book of leviticus the new international commentary on the old testament, 1979. To keep track of all of the books you have completed use this printable below. Leviticus contains the old testament laws about sacrifices, purity, and atonement.
Its hebrew title, wayyiqra, is the first word in the hebrew text of the book and means and he i. The lord jesus testifies to the fact that moses was the author of leviticus in matthew 8. It contains laws about worship in general and rules and customs on ceremonies in consecrations and sacrificial offerings. It is god that is the direct speaker in almost every page. A knowledge of the book of leviticus would accomplish that.
Wenham, new international commentary on the old testament nicot, eerdmans, 1979, 375 pp. Book of leviticus simple english wikipedia, the free. Leviticus a continental commentary by jacob milgrom. In the book of leviticus, the children of israel were marking time at mount sinai. Leviticus overview matthew henrys complete commentary. In exodus god saved his people and formed an alliance with them. It is a part of the pentateuch, the first five books of the bible.
Wenham the book of leviticus the new international commentary on the old testament. Moses and aaron bless the people, fire cometh upon the altar from the lord. Leviticus free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. The book has several main topics, some of which are the jewish laws of sacrificing to god, and the work of the priests. Therefore jehovah speaks primarily out of the tabernacle of congregation in this book chap. In this interview with historian and archeologist mark olly, we give our commentary on some of the finer points of leviticus, the third book of the old testament. The book has more of the authors interpretation and commentary than explanation of what each verse means, which would be more helpful for me personally. The book of leviticus was written between 1440 and 1400 b. Because leviticus is largely concerned with subjects that seem incomprehensible and irrelevant todayrituals for sacrifice and regulations concerning uncleannessit. After camping out with the book of leviticus for about 3 monthsreading the scripture and wenhams commentary along the way, i. There is nothing historical in all this book of leviticus except the account which it gives us of the consecration of the priesthood leviticus 8. The new international commentary on the old testament nicot leviticus used to be the first book that jewish children studied in the synagogue. The book of leviticus is the third of five parts which comprise what scripture calls the book of moses.
Because leviticus is largely concerned with subjects that seem incomprehensible and irrelevant today, rituals for sacrifice and regulations concerning uncleanness, it appears to have nothing to say to twentyfirst. Ive been fascinated with the book of the leviticus for 20 years. Sklar will act as a helpful guide to help you tackle this book. Exodus ended with the erection of the tabernacle and god appearing in a cloud over the tent. Leviticus is a book about the rites of jewish liturgy. Those laws comprise the detailed patternthe blueprintswhich jesus had in his heart to fulfill on the cross. Wenhams work is the finest lay commentary on leviticus to date. Printable bible coloring chart keep track of your reading. Leviticus with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Leviticus commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The book opens and closes at the same geographical spot, mount sinai, where god gave the law. No book in the bible contains more of the very words of god than leviticus, bonar observes. Book of leviticus overview insight for living ministries.
Select your study preferably in the order of the book. Leviticus overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. A highly informed, refreshing, stimulating, and rich commentary that will make excellent reading for both scholars and laypersons. A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of leviticus in easy english. Best commentaries and books on leviticus logos bible software. Thus, leviticus is best explained as a guidebook for instructing gods people about holy living and worship. The book of leviticus the new international commentary on. Best commentaries and books on leviticus logos bible. There is no book, in the whole compass of that inspired. Study leviticus using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.