1. Leviticus 4:1–35 (ESV)
  2. Structure and outline

The textual outline of Leviticus 4

Leviticus 4:1–35 (ESV)

1 And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

Leviticus 4–5 forms a literary unit. Each main section begins with the phrase, If anyone sins (Leviticus 4:2; Leviticus 5:1; Leviticus 5:15; Leviticus 6:2 [Hebrew: Leviticus 5:2]); and closes with the priest will make atonement for him...and he shall be forgiven (Leviticus 4:35; Leviticus 5:13, Leviticus 5:18, Leviticus 6:7 [Hebrew: Leviticus 5:26]). While a number of connections exist across the chapters, a clear structure can be observed within each chapter. The following outline is suggested for Leviticus 4:1–35:

  • The Lord Address Moses and the Nation (Leviticus 4:1–2)

  • The Sin of an Anointed Priest (Leviticus 4:2–12)

  • The Sin of the Whole Community (Leviticus 4:13–21)

  • The Sin of a Tribal Leader (Leviticus 4:22–26)

  • The Sin of an Individual (Leviticus 4:27–35)