Day of Atonement Flashcards
What chapter is the most vivid example of ritual atonement in Leviticus?
Chapter 16
This ritual requires the sacrifice of a young bull and the offering of two goats
Who was the high priest?
Aaron
What were the two goats designated for?
One - to the Lord
The other - to the demon Azazel
What is the result if the atonement “ritual” is performed correctly?
Sins of the people are carried away in the wilderness
What is the idea of iniquities in the OT?
Deeds people have done that can’t be undone
Who has the power to declare sins forgiven?
Priest
What determined the validity of the ritual?
An individual who made an offering for sin would be pardoned by God and society
What is the efficacy of the ritual?
It depends on its acceptance
Priestly laws in Leviticus assume sacrifices to what?
Work automatically
Who were aware of the limits of ritual?
Psalmists
[Ex. Psalm 51: 16-17]
What is the assumption of God and burnt offerings in Leviticus?
- That God is pleased by burnt offerings
2. Ritual is effective when its performed properly
