Overview: 6:8 initiates a new section of the Manual of Sacrifice that deals with the priestly administration of the sacrifices and so proceeds from that perspective. The material, which may seem repetitious to the contemporary reader, complements what has come before. The text moves from practical instruction for the worshipers to practical instruction for the people who administer the offerings. This final part of the Manual standardizes sacrificial practice and answers the important question: Which parts of sacrificial offerings belong to the priests? As was the case with Eli’s sons (1 Sam. 2:12–26), the system could be abused, so clear standards were needed. Chapters 6–7 deal with each type of sacrifice, beginning with the most common.

6:14–18 This segment further instructs priests on th…