Lev 16:5 | MHM | STEP | Leviticus 16:5: The High Priest’s Duties on the Day of Atonement This section explains the detailed steps the high priest had to follow during the Day of Atonement. Jewish tradition said the high priest prepared for seven days, staying in the temple and practicing the duties. On this special day, he performed many rituals to make atonement for himself, his family, the other priests, and all the people. The ceremonies had to be done in a strict order, showing respect for God’s holiness and teaching the people about forgiveness and cleansing from sin. v. 5 : The high priest brought two goats as a sin-offering for the people and a ram for a burnt offering ( v. 5 ). Jewish writers say he prepared for this day by living in the temple for a week, reviewing all the rules, and practicing the ceremonies. He started early with the normal morning sacrifice, then changed into special linen clothes for the Day of Atonement.

‏ Leviticus 16:5

Leviticus 16:5: The High Priest’s Duties on the Day of Atonement

This section explains the detailed steps the high priest had to follow during the Day of Atonement. Jewish tradition said the high priest prepared for seven days, staying in the temple and practicing the duties. On this special day, he performed many rituals to make atonement for himself, his family, the other priests, and all the people. The ceremonies had to be done in a strict order, showing respect for God’s holiness and teaching the people about forgiveness and cleansing from sin.

v. 5: The high priest brought two goats as a sin-offering for the people and a ram for a burnt offering (v. 5 ^a). Jewish writers say he prepared for this day by living in the temple for a week, reviewing all the rules, and practicing the ceremonies. He started early with the normal morning sacrifice, then changed into special linen clothes for the Day of Atonement.