Questions and Answers
Which two sons of Aaron were consumed before the LORD (Lev. 10:2)?
Who were the two sons of Aaron that were left after their brothers were consumed by the LORD's fire (Lev. 10:6)?
Aaron's sons offered an _________ fire contrary to the LORD's command (Lev. 10:1)
Unauthorized
What two things did Aaron's sons that died put into their censers (Lev. 10:1)?
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Where did the fire come from that slew Aaron's two sons (Lev. 10:2)?
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After Aaron's sons died, God said 'Among those who approach me I will show myself _______ ' (Lev. 10:3)
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After Aaron's two sons died before the LORD, what was Aaron's initial response (Lev. 10:3)?
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Who carried Aaron's dead sons from the front of the sanctuary (Lev. 10:4)?
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Who were the two that carried Aaron's two dead sons away from the front of the sanctuary (Lev. 10:4)?
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Aaron's two dead sons were carried to what location (Lev. 10:5)?
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Moses restricted Aaron and his son's means of grieving for their dead brothers in all of the following ways EXCEPT (Lev. 10:6)
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While Aaron was not allowed to grieve, _______ was/were allowed to mourn for those destroyed by the fire of the LORD (Lev. 10:6)
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After Aaron's sons died, he was not allowed to leave the Tent of Meeting area because (Lev. 10:7)
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After Aaron's sons died, God commanded that Aaron and his sons were not allowed to drink _______ when going into the Tent of Meeting (Lev. 10:8)
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The penalty for a priest drinking wine while entering the Tent of Meeting was (Lev. 10:9)
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What did Moses tell Aaron to eat, after his sons died before the LORD (Lev. 10:12)? Part of the _______ offering
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What part of the fellowship offering were the priests' children allowed to eat (Lev. 10:14)?
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Besides the priests' sons, who was allowed to eat the wave breast (Lev. 10:14)?
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Why did Moses get angry with Eleazar and Ithamar (Lev. 10:16)?
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters
- Nadab and Abihu, sons of Aaron, were consumed by fire from the presence of the LORD for offering unauthorized fire.
- Eleazar and Ithamar were the surviving sons of Aaron following the tragic incident.
- Aaron's initial response to the death of his sons was silence, indicating profound grief.
Consequences and Regulations
- Offering unauthorized fire is strictly prohibited, reflecting the seriousness of obedience in worship.
- God emphasized His holiness, stating that those who approach Him must do so with reverence.
- Aaron and his remaining sons were commanded not to drink wine or fermented drinks before entering the Tent of Meeting.
Mourning and Grieving Practices
- Specific restrictions were placed on Aaron and his sons regarding mourning; they could not show traditional signs of grief, such as tearing their clothes or putting ashes on their heads during their period of mourning.
- The broader community of Israel was allowed to mourn for Aaron's sons, highlighting the communal aspect of grief in Israelite society.
Responsibilities and Offerings
- After the incident, Aaron was instructed to eat parts of the grain offering, emphasizing ongoing sacrificial practices despite personal loss.
- The wave breast and presented thigh from the fellowship offering were designated for the priests' sons and daughters, establishing familial roles in sacrificial practices.
Divine Punishments and Changes
- The severe penalty for a priest consuming wine before entering the Tent of Meeting was death, indicating the high stakes involved in priestly duties.
- Moses expressed anger towards Eleazar and Ithamar for not consuming the remaining parts of a sin offering, reinforcing the importance of adhering to divine instructions regarding rituals.
Symbolic Actions
- The fire that consumed Nadab and Abihu came directly from the presence of the LORD, symbolizing divine judgment for disobedience.
- Mishael and Elzaphan, cousins of Aaron, were given the responsibility of carrying Nadab and Abihu outside the camp, reflecting the seriousness of the incident and its implications for holiness among the Israelites.
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Test your knowledge of Leviticus Chapter 10 with these flashcard MC questions. This quiz covers the events surrounding Aaron's sons and their significant roles according to the scripture. Challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of biblical events.
