This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.
Leviticus 1:1 - 3:17
- God instructs Moses on burnt offerings from herd, flock, or birds, fully consumed on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the Lord.
- Details grain offerings of fine flour, oil, and frankincense, along with peace offerings of animals shared in fellowship with God.
Mark 6:14-29
- Herod hears of Jesus' works and fears John the Baptist has risen, recalling his beheading after John's rebuke of his marriage.
- Herodias' daughter dances, prompting Herod's oath; she requests John's head, leading to his execution and delivery on a platter.
Luke 9:7-9
- Herod the tetrarch hears reports about Jesus and is perplexed, with rumors of John resurrected, Elijah, or a prophet returned.
- Herod wonders who this man is, having beheaded John, and seeks to see Jesus.