Who Wrote the Book of Leviticus?Leviticus is the third book of the Bible. It is located within the first five books called the Pentateuch. In Jewish tradition, this location is called the Torah and it is mostly agreed upon that Moses penned this book. Evidence of this includes the direct relation of content in Exodus to Leviticus.The word Leviticus derives from the tribe of Levi. The law given in this book deals specifically with priestly behaviors. The tribe of Levi was chosen by God to become the priests of His people, the Israelites. Scholars believe this book was written over the course of a long period of time, therefore, there are no specific dates listed.Context and Background of LeviticusThis book is written during the time the Israelites are camped at Mt. Sinai. They have left Egypt and are preparing to embark on the long journey through the wilderness. Up to this point, God has not dwelled among them. He has watched over them and shown His mightiness with the plagues in Egypt...
