Parsha Overview

Hashem tells Moshe to command the Jewish People to bring Him pure olive oil for the Menorah in the Mishkan (Tent of Meeting). Mose is also told to organize the making of the Bigdei Kehuna (priestly garments), some of which include a mixture of wool and linen: A breastplate, an ephod, a robe, a checkered tunic, a turban, a sash, a forehead-plate, and linen trousers. Upon their completion, Moshe is to perform a ceremony for seven days to consecrate Aharon and his sons. This includes offering sacrifices, dressing Aharon and his sons in their respective garments, and anointing Aharon with oil.

Hashem commands that every morning and afternoon a sheep be offered on the Altar in the Mishkan. This offering should be accompanied by a meal-offering and libations of wine and oil. Hashem commands that another Altar for incense be built from acacia wood and covered with gold. Aharon and his descendants should burn incense on this Golden Altar each day.