Justice as the Cornerstone: An Interpretation of Leviticus 18–201

Leviticus has an edifice complex. Reflecting the architecture of the tabernacle, the book is much more than a stern recitation of the dangers of impurity. With chapter 19 as its apex, Leviticus is about justice and love in the community of faith. Indeed, its relevance in Jesus' ministry may sur...

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Main Author: Douglas, Mary (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publ. 1999
In: Interpretation
Year: 1999, Volume: 53, Issue: 4, Pages: 341-350
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Summary:Leviticus has an edifice complex. Reflecting the architecture of the tabernacle, the book is much more than a stern recitation of the dangers of impurity. With chapter 19 as its apex, Leviticus is about justice and love in the community of faith. Indeed, its relevance in Jesus' ministry may surprise Christians.
ISSN:2159-340X
Contains:Enthalten in: Interpretation
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1177/002096439905300403