The Pulpit Commentary on Leviticus 9:8-23

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The first act of the new priesthood is sacrifice, by which reconciliation was ceremonially effected; the second (Leviticus 9:22, Leviticus 9:23), a double benediction. As soon as the people are reconciled to him, God's blessing abundantly pours itself on them. The sacrifice is:

1. For themselves, showing the weakness of the Aaronic priesthood.

2. For the people, showing its power.

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