Free group study handout
Leviticus 9: Group Study Handout
How to use: read Leviticus 9 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.
Overview
Moses called Aaron and his sons, along with the elders of Israel, on the eighth day (vv. 1-2). He instructed Aaron to take a calf and a ram for offerings.
Key verse
“Fire came out from before Yahweh, and consumed the burnt offering and the fat upon the altar. When all the people saw it, they shouted, and fell on their faces.”
Leviticus 9:24 (WEB)
Outline
- Leviticus 9:1–2 Moses Calls Aaron and Elders
- Leviticus 9:3–4 Instructions for Offerings
- Leviticus 9:5–6 Preparation for Sacrifices
- Leviticus 9:7–10 Aaron's Sin Offering
- Leviticus 9:11–14 Burnt Offering Ritual
- Leviticus 9:15–21 People's Sacrifices
- Leviticus 9:22–24 Divine Acceptance and Worship
Discussion questions
- Why does Moses say 'this is the thing which Yahweh commanded' in v6?
- What offerings does Aaron present in vv. 15-16 before Yahweh?
- In v22, why does Aaron lift up his hands toward the people after the sacrifices?
- Why is it significant that fire came out from before Yahweh in v24?
- When have you experienced a moment of awe that made you feel 'the glory of Yahweh'?
Go deeper
Passages that echo Leviticus 9: Leviticus 4, Exodus 29, Leviticus 3.
Before next time: read Leviticus 10.