Aaron and his sons were consecrated as priests over a period of 7 days. Then on the eighth day Aaron assumed the role of High Priest.
Vayikra – Leviticus
The focus of this book is the divine service in the Tabernacle. The book describes which offerings to bring and who is qualified to bring them. There is also an emphasis on the holiness required for divine service.
Leviticus 6:9-11 – Eating the Meal Offering
Leviticus 2:1-16 tells about different types of meal offerings. Now in Leviticus 6:7-11 we learn more details about these offerings.
Leviticus 1:9 – A Pleasing Aroma
Many times the Torah writes that an offering burning on the altar is a “sweet smell” or “pleasing aroma” to God. This article explains this puzzling phrase.
Parshat Bechukotai Summary
Parshat Bechukotai is the 10th and final parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 26:3 – 27:34, or a total of 78 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.
Parshat Behar Summary
Parshat Behar is the 9th parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 25:1 – 26:2, or a total of 57 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.
Parshat Emor Summary
Parshat Emor is the 8th parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 21:1 – 24:23, or a total of 124 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.
Parshat Kedoshim Summary
Parshat Kedoshim is the 7th parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 19:1 – 20:27, or a total of 64 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.
Parshat Acharei Summary
Parshat Acharei (also called Acharei Mot) is the 6th parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 16:1 – 18:30, or a total of 80 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.
Parshat Metzora Summary
Parshat Metzora is the 5th parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 14:1 – 15:33, or a total of 90 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.
Parshat Tazria Summary
Parshat Tazria is the 4th parsha in Sefer Vayikra (also known as Leviticus).
This parsha is verses Leviticus 12:1 – 13:59, or a total of 67 verses.
Here is a brief summary for each aliyah.