
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 41: The Day of Atonement (2026)
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Feb 10, 2026 Discussion of ancient laws on justice, Sabbath, and land rest. Explanation of the three pilgrimage feasts and God’s promise of protection. Detailed walkthrough of Yom Kippur rituals, the scapegoat, and the purpose of atonement. Reading of a lamenting psalm that shifts to remembering God’s mighty deeds. Reflection on how temple worship foreshadows the Eucharist.
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Day Of Atonement Prefigures Christ
- Leviticus 16's rituals foreshadow Christ's once-for-all sacrifice and the Mass.
- Fr. Mike highlights the scapegoat, blood sprinkling, and priestly atonement as previews of Jesus' priesthood.
Balanced Justice For The Poor
- Exodus 23 balances justice: neither oppress the poor nor pervert justice for them.
- God anticipates human hardness and misplaced compassion and prescribes fair, consistent justice.
Three Feasts Link To Christian Calendar
- Exodus 23 lists three pilgrimage feasts: Passover, Pentecost, and Ingathering.
- These feasts structurally connect Old Testament worship to Christian celebrations like Easter and Pentecost.





