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A priest must never dishonor God by treating his name as unholy.
This section, which discusses priestly rules, six times repeats the phrase I am the Lord who sanctifies (Leviticus 21:15, 23; 22:9, 16, 32; see also 21:8). These words emphasize the link between God's holiness and the holiness expected of priests. This extended to all of Israel (see 8:10; 11:44–45; 19:2). The text specifically addresses priests in 21:1–22:16, while including both clergy and common people in 22:17–33.
Glossary
Beard Biblical Concept of Law Deformity Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Leviticus, Book of Mourning
Topics
Bread: Sacrificed Christian Minister: Character and Attributes of Defilement: Priests: Specially Required to Avoid God: Not to be Profaned Holiness: Ministers should Avoid Everything Inconsistent With Ministers: should be Holy Mourning: Priests Prohibited, Except for the Nearest of Kin Priest: The Time of Moses is Holy Priests: Special Laws Respecting: Not to Defile Themselves for the Dead Except the Nearest of Sanctification: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To The High Priest: Forbidden to Mourn for Any Uncleanness: (Ceremonially Speaking)