I have fallen behind in my reading, and there was a lot of content. Most of it centred around the Tabernacle; who was to carry what, the ceremony for its sanctification, etc.
I am very tired and there is much too much detail to go into for tonight.
This section of Scripture has one of my favourite passages, though. It is a blessing that Aaron gave to the people of Israel. I love this blessing, and it is one of the most moving passages of Scripture.
Numbers 6:24-26, the Priestly Blessing, "The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace."
I try to imagine that Christ Himself is saying it to me. What is interesting to me is that so often, anyone who looks at the face of God is struck dead. No one was allowed to enter the presence of God unless they were absolutely blameless as per all of the regulations. I have seen many references to the fear, the dread, the terror of God. Clearly, God presents himself as utter power, holiness, beauty, sacred presence.
I am tired tonight. Hopefully, I will sleep well.
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