Lev 10:3 | MHM | STEP | Leviticus 10:3 – Mourning for Nadab and Abihu This section explains what happened after Nadab and Abihu died for offering “strange fire” to God. Everyone was shocked and afraid, but Moses stayed calm. He helped Aaron and the others respond the right way, showing that even in moments of deep sadness and fear, God’s order and holiness must be respected. Moses reminded Aaron that God must always be honored and obeyed, especially by those who serve Him closely. v. 3 : Moses spoke to Aaron to comfort him and help him understand the reason for his sons’ deaths. Moses reminded him of God’s words: “I will be sanctified in those that come near me, and before all the people I will be glorified” (Leviticus 10:3; Exodus 19:22 ). This means that when people come close to God, especially in worship, they must treat Him as holy and obey His commands. If they do not, God will show His holiness in their punishment. Aaron accepted this and kept silent, showing he trusted God’s justice, even though it was painful (1 Samuel 3:18; Job 8:4 ).

‏ Leviticus 10:3

Leviticus 10:3 – Mourning for Nadab and Abihu

This section explains what happened after Nadab and Abihu died for offering “strange fire” to God. Everyone was shocked and afraid, but Moses stayed calm. He helped Aaron and the others respond the right way, showing that even in moments of deep sadness and fear, God’s order and holiness must be respected. Moses reminded Aaron that God must always be honored and obeyed, especially by those who serve Him closely.

v. 3: Moses spoke to Aaron to comfort him and help him understand the reason for his sons’ deaths. Moses reminded him of God’s words: “I will be sanctified in those that come near me, and before all the people I will be glorified” (Leviticus 10:3; Exodus 19:22 ^a). This means that when people come close to God, especially in worship, they must treat Him as holy and obey His commands. If they do not, God will show His holiness in their punishment. Aaron accepted this and kept silent, showing he trusted God’s justice, even though it was painful (1 Samuel 3:18; Job 8:4 ^b).