The third book of the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament, containing laws and rituals for the Levitical priesthood. Known for its detailed ceremonial and moral codes.
From Late Latin Leviticus, meaning 'relating to the Levites,' the priestly tribe of ancient Israel descended from Levi, one of Jacob's twelve sons. The Greek Septuagint called it Leuitikon, emphasizing its focus on priestly duties and laws.
Leviticus contains some of the most specific instructions ever written, including exactly how to sacrifice various animals and detailed rules about fabric mixing - making it simultaneously one of history's most influential legal codes and most bewildering grocery lists.
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