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Original
Notes
The book ends the way it began (see Leviticus 1:1). It clearly shows that its message came from God through Moses.
This chapter concludes the book by discussing different types of vows. It ends with a rule for redeeming one's tithes (see also chapter Leviticus 25). At certain times, such as emergencies, a person might vow something to God in exchange for answered prayers (see Jonah 2:9). After God answered the prayer, the person might want to ignore the vow. Scripture requires that people vow carefully and then fulfill them (see Leviticus 5:4; Ecclesiastes 5:4–6). Jesus taught that people should not make oaths often or carelessly (Matthew 5:33–37; 23:16–22).
Parallels
People
Israel: Patriarch, son of Isaac, father of twelve tribes Moses: Prophet who led Israel out of Egypt
Places
Sinai: Mountain where Moses received the Ten Commandments
Glossary
Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Leviticus, Book of Numbers, Book of Ransom
Topics
Dedication: Things Dedicated to God: Law Respecting the Release of Sinai: A Mountain in the Peninsula East of the Red Sea: The Law Delivered to Moses Upon