Moses assembles all Israel to witness Aaron and his sons' consecration, washing them, clothing Aaron in the high priestly garments, and anointing the tabernacle and altar. The sin offering bull, burnt offering ram, and ram of consecration are sacrificed, with blood applied to Aaron's ear, thumb, and toe. The seven-day ordination period confines them to the tabernacle entrance, completing their transition into holy service before the Lord.
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Characters in This Chapter

Moses
Mediator and lawgiver who received and transmitted God's instructions to Israel

Aaron
First high priest of Israel, consecrated to lead the sacrificial worship

Nadab
Son of Aaron who died for offering unauthorized fire before the Lord

Abihu
Son of Aaron who died alongside Nadab for disobedience in worship
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Position in Book
Laws of SacrificeChapters 1-7
Ordination of PriestsChapters 8-10
Consecration of Aaron and his sons, their first sacrifices, and the death of Nadab and Abihu for unauthorized worship.
Laws of PurityChapters 11-15
The Day of AtonementChapters 16
The Holiness CodeChapters 17-26
Vows and DedicationsChapters 27



