Following Instructions
Understanding the reasoning and rituals of another culture can be challenging. For the Israelites, some of these instructions—such as the sacrificial rules and rituals—may have been new, while others might have been familiar. They likely passed down certain truths to their children, though these teachings may be difficult for outsiders to grasp. This situation is similar to a father telling his child to stay out of the road. The child may not see or hear the approaching danger and may not understand the reason behind the command. Yet, even without full understanding, the child must trust the father and obey. Likewise, we may not always comprehend divine instructions, but by following them, understanding may eventually come.
Leviticus 14 and 15 mention two birds, cedar wood, red yarn and hyssop sprig. It is guaranteed if you want to go down a rabbit hole and find meaning in these objects, you will likely find it – and you are welcome to do that, and let me know what you discover! Ultimately, remember the words of Yeshua in Matthew 18:2-3 “And Yeshuas called a little child to Him, set him in their midst, and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become as little children, you shall by no means enter into the reign of the heavens.”
Bodily Discharges
Some translations use unauthorized or profaned fire, instead of strange. The Hebrew word is ZUR H2114 – zûr, which does mean strange, another, loathsome, idolatries, enemy.
We might have read some of the laws so far, and it sounds very boring, or doesn’t make sense. It is like a parent that tells a child not to cross the street. To the child it doesn’t make sense, and the parent does not have to explain every little detail – the secret is in will the child take heart and obey the command, or is he going to question everything. We don’t understand why the “street is unsafe”, but it could save our lives.
One command we do have, is not to add or change or take away from YHVH’s commands. He is also always the same. We might think His laws are boring, so let’s make another day of celebration, or add something interesting to the festival or laws, or even take something out. We THINK we honor YHVH, but to Him it is strange.. a strange fire that He never commanded.
Parental Guidance Needed - Discussion between Nehemiah Gordon and Jono Vandor - https://www.nehemiaswall.com/laws-niddah-leviticus-15
