Leviticus 12 Bible Study - Clean & Unclean (Part 2 - Childbirth)

We are continuing our way through the clean and unclean segment of Leviticus (chapters 11-15). In this Bible study we look at the purification rites associated with giving birth to a child. Dave talks again about what it means to be “clean” and “unclean.” Dave does spend a good deal of time talking about circumcision, as it is solidified in the law as a requirement of all Jewish boys on the 8th day. What does Paul mean when he speaks of circumcision of the heart?

Outline:
00:13 - Introduction Clean & unclean segment 11-15

01:14 - Unclean is not bad, and clean is not necessarily “good” it is simply a label for a person to know whether they have properly prepared, set themselves apart to go to the tabernacle and participate in a worship service. It is neither bad nor good, but more so “clear” or “not clear” for worship.

God made provision for the cleansing and restoration of anyone who became “unclean” or “defiled.” Remember, unclean is not necessarily “bad.” In chapter 15, we will talk about discharges, which have to do with both the male and the female reproductive system, which God designed and called “good.”

05:23 - Read all of Leviticus 12

06:47 - Blood is important as it relates to the sacrifices as well as to cleanliness.

07:43 - Leviticus 12.2 - A son or a daughter
Ceremonially unclean for 7 days. (8th day, circumcise the boy - we will discuss) - Then wait 33 days before going to the temple. A total wait of 40 days.

07:43 - Why was there a period of time after a woman gives birth when she is called “unclean?”

10:30 - Why is there a difference between a son and a daughter as it relates to how long the purification time should be?

13:16 - Leviticus 12.3 - Circumcision
Gen 17:10-14; 12.2-3; 21.4; Luke 2.21; Jer 4.4; Phil 3.4-9; Rom 2.25-29; Col 2.10-11; Eph 2.8-9
Paul is saying that circumcision is an outward sign of being set apart for God. But even if you have that outward sign, yet inside are sinful, the outward sign is pointless.
A circumcised body and a sinful heart are at odds with each other.
Paul says that we ought to focus on the condition of the heart.

You are the Lord’s, do you acknowledge that with your heart and your lips? Don’t worry about your outward signs, your “good deeds.” Worry first about your heart and your personal, intimate relationship with God.

26:33 - Leviticus 12.6-8
A burnt offering and a sin offering.
CEB & the NABRE - have “purification offering” for Lev 5.

Luke 2.22-24

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