Leviticus 27:34
These are the commandments that the LORD gave to Moses for the Israelites on Mount Sinai.
These are the commandments
This phrase refers to the specific set of laws and instructions given by God. In the context of Leviticus, these commandments encompass various aspects of religious, moral, and social life for the Israelites. The term "commandments" underscores the authoritative nature of these instructions, indicating they are not mere suggestions but divine mandates.

that the LORD gave to Moses
The LORD, or Yahweh, is the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature. Moses, as the mediator between God and the Israelites, received these commandments directly from God. This highlights Moses' unique role as a prophet and leader, chosen to convey God's will to His people. The direct communication between God and Moses signifies the importance and divine origin of these laws.

for the Israelites
The Israelites, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, are the chosen people of God. These commandments were given specifically to them as part of the covenant relationship established at Mount Sinai. This covenant set the Israelites apart from other nations, establishing them as a holy people dedicated to God. The laws served to guide their conduct and worship, ensuring they remained distinct and faithful to their calling.

on Mount Sinai
Mount Sinai is the significant geographical location where God revealed Himself to Moses and the Israelites. It is traditionally identified with a mountain in the Sinai Peninsula, though its exact location remains uncertain. The giving of the law at Mount Sinai is a pivotal event in biblical history, marking the formal establishment of the covenant between God and His people. This event is foundational for understanding the relationship between God and Israel, as well as the broader narrative of redemption that unfolds throughout Scripture.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant God of Israel, who gives the commandments to His people.

2. Moses
The prophet and leader of the Israelites, who receives the commandments from God.

3. The Israelites
The chosen people of God, who are to follow the commandments given through Moses.

4. Mount Sinai
The sacred mountain where God delivers His laws and commandments to Moses.
Teaching Points
Divine Authority
The commandments are given by the LORD, emphasizing His authority and sovereignty. As believers, we are called to recognize and submit to God's authority in our lives.

Covenant Relationship
The laws were given to the Israelites as part of their covenant relationship with God. Today, we are reminded of our covenant relationship with God through Christ, which calls us to live in obedience and faithfulness.

Holiness and Obedience
The commandments underscore the call to holiness and obedience. As Christians, we are to pursue holiness, understanding that our obedience is a response to God's grace.

Continuity of God's Word
The commandments given at Sinai are part of the larger account of God's redemptive plan. We see the continuity of God's Word from the Old Testament to the New Testament, culminating in Jesus Christ.

Community and Identity
The laws were given to shape the identity and community of God's people. In the church today, we are called to live as a distinct community that reflects God's character to the world.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does understanding the authority of God in giving the commandments at Sinai influence your view of Scripture today?

2. In what ways does the covenant relationship between God and the Israelites mirror our relationship with God through Christ?

3. How can we pursue holiness and obedience in our daily lives, and what role does the Holy Spirit play in this pursuit?

4. How does the continuity of God's Word from the Old Testament to the New Testament strengthen your faith in God's redemptive plan?

5. What are some practical ways we can live as a distinct community that reflects God's character in our local church and broader society?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Exodus 19-20
These chapters describe the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai, providing context for the laws in Leviticus.

Deuteronomy 5
A reiteration of the commandments given at Sinai, emphasizing their importance and continuity.

Hebrews 12
This New Testament passage reflects on Mount Sinai and contrasts it with Mount Zion, highlighting the fulfillment of the law in Christ.
The Covenant in its Relation to Nations and IndividualsJ. M. Gibson, D. D.Leviticus 27:34
The Law and the GospelW. Clarkson Leviticus 27:34
The Moral and Ceremonial CommandmentsHenry, MatthewLeviticus 27:34
On Keeping VowsR.M. Edgar Leviticus 27:1-34
Vows and DuesR.A. Redford Leviticus 27:1-34
Devoted ThingsJ.A. Macdonald Leviticus 27:26-34
People
Israelites, Moses
Places
Mount Sinai
Topics
Commanded, Commandments, Commands, Israelites, Mount, Orders, Sinai, Sons
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Leviticus 27:1-33

     6714   ransom

Leviticus 27:30-33

     5577   taxation
     8270   holiness, set apart

Leviticus 27:32-33

     4605   animals, religious role

Library
List of Abbreviations Used in Reference to Rabbinic Writings Quoted in this Work.
THE Mishnah is always quoted according to Tractate, Chapter (Pereq) and Paragraph (Mishnah), the Chapter being marked in Roman, the paragraph in ordinary Numerals. Thus Ber. ii. 4 means the Mishnic Tractate Berakhoth, second Chapter, fourth Paragraph. The Jerusalem Talmud is distinguished by the abbreviation Jer. before the name of the Tractate. Thus, Jer. Ber. is the Jer. Gemara, or Talmud, of the Tractate Berakhoth. The edition, from which quotations are made, is that commonly used, Krotoschin,
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Tithing
There are few subjects on which the Lord's own people are more astray than on the subject of giving. They profess to take the Bible as their own rule of faith and practice, and yet in the matter of Christian finance, the vast majority have utterly ignored its plain teachings and have tried every substitute the carnal mind could devise; therefore it is no wonder that the majority of Christian enterprises in the world today are handicapped and crippled through the lack of funds. Is our giving to be
Arthur W. Pink—Tithing

Circumcision, Temple Service, and Naming of Jesus.
(the Temple at Jerusalem, b.c. 4) ^C Luke II. 21-39. ^c 21 And when eight days [Gen. xvii. 12] were fulfilled for circumcising him [The rite was doubtless performed by Joseph. By this rite Jesus was "made like unto his brethren" (Heb. ii. 16, 17); that is, he became a member of the covenant nation, and became a debtor to the law--Gal. v. 3] , his name was called JESUS [see Luke i. 59], which was so called by the angel before he was conceived in the womb. [Luke i. 31.] 22 And when the days of their
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
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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