The Priestly Legacy: Cult and Sacrifice, Purity and Holiness in Leviticus and Numbers - Lecture 9

Explore the Priestly source in Leviticus and Numbers through this 49-minute lecture from Yale University's "Introduction to the Old Testament" course. Delve into the symbolism of sacrificial cult and purity systems, distinguishing between moral and ritual impurity. Examine the concepts of holiness and purity within the Priestly context, and understand the idea of imitatio dei, or human imitation of God. Learn about the Israelite sanctuary, Priestly conceptions of holiness and time, ritual purification, sacrifices and offerings, moral impurity's effect on the land, and dietary laws in the Holiness Code. Gain insights into the Priestly legacy and its impact on ancient Israelite religious practices and beliefs.