Leviticus 21:1
The Scripture
(1) And the LORD said unto Moses, Speak unto the priests the sons of Aaron, and say unto them, There shall none be defiled for the dead among his people:
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the Israelites are instructed to care for the animals that have been sacrificed, to prevent defilement, and to ensure proper disposal of the carcass. It also covers the prohibition against eating the blood and the requirement to keep the area clean, reflecting the holiness of the sacrificial system.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Hosea 5:1Malachi 2:1Malachi 2:4Leviticus 21:11Leviticus 10:6Leviticus 10:7Numbers 19:14Numbers 19:16Ezekiel 44:25