Chapters 21 & 22

Leviticus 21–22 gives God’s instructions concerning the priests, sacred offerings, and acceptable sacrifices. Because the priests served before the Lord, they were required to follow specific standards of holiness and purity. Animals offered to God were to be without defect, and holy things were to be treated according to His commands. These chapters emphasize that the Lord is holy and that those who minister before Him must honor and sanctify His name.