Leviticus

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1. The Book of Leviticus details the laws regarding clean and unclean animals. What was the main purpose of these laws?
2. On the Day of Atonement, what was done with the goat "for Azazel"?
3. What fundamental commandment regarding human relationships, later quoted by Jesus, is found in Leviticus 19:18?
4. How often was the Jubilee—a year of liberation and restoration of the land—celebrated?
5. The Book of Leviticus constantly repeats that the Israelites were to be holy. Why is that?
6. What time period do the events and laws recorded in the Book of Leviticus cover?
7. Which two of Aaron's sons were put to death by the Lord for offering unauthorized fire?
8. From which tribe of Israel do the laws and regulations in the Book of Leviticus primarily originate?