Then the priest shall take some of the log of olive oil, pour it into his left palm, Then the priest shall take some of the log of olive oilIn the context of Leviticus, the priest plays a crucial role as a mediator between God and the people. The use of olive oil in this ritual signifies anointing and consecration, symbolizing the Holy Spirit's presence and work. Olive oil was a common commodity in ancient Israel, used for cooking, lighting, and religious ceremonies. The "log" is a unit of measurement, approximately equivalent to about a third of a liter, indicating the specific amount required for the ritual. This act of taking the oil signifies preparation for a sacred act, emphasizing the importance of purity and holiness in worship. pour it into his left palm
The act of pouring the oil into the left palm is significant in the ritualistic context. The left hand, often considered the weaker hand, may symbolize humility and submission, essential qualities for those serving in a priestly role. This action prepares the priest to apply the oil in the subsequent steps of the cleansing ritual. The use of the palm, a part of the body associated with work and action, underscores the active role of the priest in mediating God's grace and healing. This ritual act can be seen as a type of Christ, who, as our High Priest, mediates on our behalf, bringing spiritual cleansing and anointing through the Holy Spirit. Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestThe priest acts as a mediator between God and the people, performing rituals and sacrifices to maintain purity and holiness. 2. Log of Olive OilA specific measure of oil used in purification rituals, symbolizing the Holy Spirit and anointing. 3. Left PalmThe priest's left palm is used as a vessel for the oil, signifying the personal involvement and sanctification process. Teaching Points Symbolism of OilOil represents the Holy Spirit, anointing, and healing. In our lives, we should seek the Holy Spirit's guidance and empowerment. Role of the PriestThe priest's actions remind us of Jesus, our High Priest, who mediates on our behalf. We are called to live lives of holiness, reflecting His work in us. Purification ProcessThe detailed rituals highlight the importance of purity and obedience. We should strive for spiritual cleanliness through confession and repentance. Personal Involvement in WorshipThe priest using his left palm signifies personal involvement in worship. We are encouraged to engage actively and personally in our spiritual practices. Community and RestorationThe ritual is part of restoring someone to the community. We should work towards reconciliation and restoration in our relationships. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the role of the priest in Leviticus 14:15 foreshadow the work of Jesus as our High Priest? 2. In what ways can the symbolism of olive oil in this passage be applied to our understanding of the Holy Spirit's work in our lives? 3. How does the purification process in Leviticus 14 relate to the concept of spiritual cleansing in the New Testament? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure our personal involvement in worship and spiritual practices? 5. How can we apply the principles of community restoration found in Leviticus 14 to our modern-day relationships and church communities? Connections to Other Scriptures Exodus 30Discusses the anointing oil and its sacred use, connecting the oil in Leviticus 14:15 to the broader theme of consecration and holiness. James 5Mentions anointing the sick with oil, drawing a parallel to the healing and purification aspects of the oil in Leviticus. 1 Samuel 16Describes the anointing of David, linking the use of oil to the selection and empowerment by God. People Aaron, Ephah, MosesPlaces Canaan, TemanTopics Hollow, Log, Oil, Palm, Pour, Poured, Priest, Priest'sDictionary of Bible Themes Leviticus 14:1-32 7416 purification Leviticus 14:1-57 7340 clean and unclean Leviticus 14:12-18 5617 measures, liquid Leviticus 14:13-31 7444 sin offering Leviticus 14:14-18 7328 ceremonies Leviticus 14:15-16 7454 sprinkling Leviticus 14:15-18 4488 oil
7304 anointing Library November 27. "And the Remnant of the Oil . . . Shall Pour Upon the Head" (Lev. xiv. 18).
"And the remnant of the oil ... shall pour upon the head" (Lev. xiv. 18). In the account of the healing of the Hebrew leper there is a beautiful picture of the touching of his ears, hands and feet, with the redeeming blood and the consecrating oil, as a sign that his powers of understanding, service, and conduct were set apart to God, and divinely endued for the Master's work and will. But after all this, we are significantly told that "the rest of the oil" was to be poured upon his head. The former …
Rev. A. B. Simpson—Days of Heaven Upon Earth The First Stage in the Leper's Cleansing
'And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2. This shall be the law of the leper in the day of his cleansing: He shall be brought unto the priest: 3. And the priest shall go forth out of the camp; and the priest shall look, and, behold, if the plague of leprosy be healed in the leper; 4. Then shall the priest command to take for him that is to be cleansed two birds alive and clean, and cedar-wood, and scarlet, and hyssop: 5. And the priest shall command that one of the birds be killed in an earthen …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Appendix xv. The Location of Sychar, and the Date of Our Lord's visit to Samaria.
1. The Location of Sychar. Although modern writers are now mostly agreed on this subject, it may be well briefly to put before our readers the facts of the case. Till comparitively lately, the Sychar of St. John iv. was generally as representing the ancient Shechem. The first difficulty here was the name, since Shechem, or even Sichem, could scarcely be identified with Sychar, which is undoubtedly the correct reading. Accordingly, the latter term was represented as one of oppobrium, and derived from …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Jesus Sets Out from Judæa for Galilee.
Subdivision B. At Jacob's Well, and at Sychar. ^D John IV. 5-42. ^d 5 So he cometh to a city of Samaria, called Sychar, near to the parcel of ground that Jacob gave to his son Joseph. 6 and Jacob's well was there. [Commentators long made the mistake of supposing that Shechem, now called Nablous, was the town here called Sychar. Sheckem lies a mile and a half west of Jacob's well, while the real Sychar, now called 'Askar, lies scarcely half a mile north of the well. It was a small town, loosely called …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Jesus Heals a Leper and Creates Much Excitement.
^A Matt.VIII. 2-4; ^B Mark I. 40-45; ^C Luke V. 12-16. ^c 12 And it came to pass, while he was in one of the cities [it was a city of Galilee, but as it was not named, it is idle to conjecture which city it was], behold, ^b there cometh { ^a came} ^b to him a leper [There is much discussion as to what is here meant by leprosy. Two diseases now go by that name; viz., psoriasis and elephantiasis. There are also three varieties of psoriasis, namely, white, black and red. There are also three varieties …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel John's First Testimony to Jesus.
(Bethany Beyond Jordan, February, a.d. 27.) ^D John I. 19-34. ^d 19 And this is the witness of John [John had been sent to testify, "and" this is the matter of his testimony], when the Jews [The term "Jews" is used seventy times by John to describe the ruling classes of Judæa] sent unto him [In thus sending an embassy they honored John more than they ever honored Christ. They looked upon John as a priest and Judæan, but upon Jesus as a carpenter and Galilæan. It is probable that …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel John the Baptist's Person and Preaching.
(in the Wilderness of Judæa, and on the Banks of the Jordan, Occupying Several Months, Probably a.d. 25 or 26.) ^A Matt. III. 1-12; ^B Mark I. 1-8; ^C Luke III. 1-18. ^b 1 The beginning of the gospel [John begins his Gospel from eternity, where the Word is found coexistent with God. Matthew begins with Jesus, the humanly generated son of Abraham and David, born in the days of Herod the king. Luke begins with the birth of John the Baptist, the Messiah's herald; and Mark begins with the ministry …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Leviticus
The emphasis which modern criticism has very properly laid on the prophetic books and the prophetic element generally in the Old Testament, has had the effect of somewhat diverting popular attention from the priestly contributions to the literature and religion of Israel. From this neglect Leviticus has suffered most. Yet for many reasons it is worthy of close attention; it is the deliberate expression of the priestly mind of Israel at its best, and it thus forms a welcome foil to the unattractive …
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