Leviticus 6:22
“The anointed priest that will be in his place from among his sons shall offer it. By a statute forever, it shall be wholly burned to Yahweh.”
What does Leviticus 6:22 mean?
The priest who took over Aaron's role was required to make a special grain offering on behalf of the entire priestly line, and this was meant to happen every single day. This daily offering was completely consumed by fire, which set it apart from other sacrifices that priests could eat a portion of. The "forever" language here reflects the permanence God wanted built into worship routines, even if the specific practices changed over time. It's about establishing something sacred and steady at the heart of how the community approached God, making sure the priesthood itself remained dedicated to serving rather than just benefiting from their position.