Leviticus 12 - Day 139 (link to reading plan)
Scripture: Leviticus 12:1-5 Commentary: Not all uncleanness was avoidable, and the cause of uncleanness was often something that would in no way be considered sinful. There are several categories of uncleanness that could not be easily avoided, including sexual impurities, disease-related impurities and the uncleanness that came from contact with a corpse or carcass. Though it was a matter of etiquette rather than ethics, the sacred compass needed to be protected from that which was inappropriate...In Israel bodily emissions such as menstrual blood and semen were closely associated with life. When the potential for life that they represented went unfulfilled, they would represent death and therefore uncleanness. That the uncleanness from childbirth should be seen as similar to monthly uncleanness from the menstrual cycle was common in ancient cultures, including Egypt, Babylonia and Persia. Matthews, V. H., Chavalas, M. W., & Walton, J. H. (2000). The IVP Bible background commentary: Old Testament (electronic ed., Le 12:2). Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press. Application: Besides dietary restrictions (don't eat the fat of animals), God gave the Israelites instructions for their health, wellness, and grooming. Like a good parent God was concerned for His children, so He took the time to teach them the simple things that they needed to do, in order to take care of themselves. Prayer: Lord, thank You for caring about our health too. Comments are closed.
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