Leviticus 10:1 describes Nadab and Abihu offering unauthorized fire before the Lord, which was against the command in Exodus 30:9 that no unauthorized incense should be offered.
Leviticus 10:2 records the death of Nadab and Abihu by fire from the Lord, which is reiterated in Numbers 3:4 as a warning and reminder of the seriousness of approaching God improperly.
Leviticus 10:3 emphasizes God's holiness and the need for those who approach Him to regard Him as holy, which is echoed in 1 Peter 1:16 where believers are called to be holy as God is holy.
Leviticus 10:9 commands priests not to drink wine or strong drink when entering the tent of meeting, a command reiterated in Ezekiel 44:21 for priests serving in the temple.
Leviticus 10:10 instructs the priests to distinguish between the holy and the common, a principle that is violated by the priests in Ezekiel 22:26, leading to God's judgment.
Leviticus 10:16-18 discusses the handling of the sin offering, which is connected to Hebrews 13:10 where believers are reminded of the altar from which those who serve the tabernacle have no right to eat.
Thematic focusSacrifice, Priesthood, New Covenant.