Day of Atonement

The Day of Atonement, known as Yom Kippur, is a solemn holy day outlined in Leviticus. It requires a 24-hour fast and refraining from work to draw closer to God, typically falling on the tenth day of the Hebrew calendar's seventh month. In the New Testament, particularly in Hebrews, it symbolizes Jesus Christ as the ultimate High Priest. Unlike other festivals, it involves fasting rather than feasting. This observance foreshadows Satan's binding and humanity's reconciliation with God. In the Old Testament, two goats represented Jesus Christ and Azazel (Satan), foretelling the removal of Satan's influence. This signifies a crucial step in God's plan for humanity's redemption and paves the way for genuine peace and unity with God.