Leviticus 1

1. Purpose of the Burnt Offering (vv. 1–4):

God calls Moses from the Tabernacle and gives instructions.

The burnt offering is a voluntary act of worship for atonement and dedication.

The offerer lays their hand on the animal’s head, symbolizing substitution—the animal dies in their place.

2. Types of Acceptable Offerings (vv. 3–17):

From the herd (bull): The most costly sacrifice.

From the flock (sheep or goat): Less costly but still valuable.

From birds (dove or pigeon): For the poor, showing God's inclusiveness.

3. Ritual Process:

The animal must be male and without defect—a symbol of purity and Christ’s future sacrifice.

The priest kills and burns the animal, offering it entirely to God.

The smoke is called a “pleasing aroma”—signifying God's acceptance.

Spiritual Lessons
God desires sincere, costly worship—the best of what we have.

Atonement requires sacrifice—a foreshadowing of Jesus Christ as the ultimate Lamb.

Approaching God requires holiness and cleansing, made possible through blood.

Christ Connection
The burnt offering points to Jesus Christ, the sinless Lamb of God who offered Himself fully to atone for our sins (Hebrews 10:10).