Day 54..."Aaron ordained...The importance of Blood"

The consecration and ordination of Aaron took seven days. Leviticus also is specific about the sacrifice of blood. The blood is sprinkled on Aarons's ear, thumbs, and big toe. Blood is considered cleansing. We may struggle with all the blood in the Bible. Yet...blood like water is central to the Bible Story and life. Jesus will offer his blood and Judas will have the 30 pieces of silver rejected due to the "blood on his hands." Pilate washed his hands of Jesus' blood. I do not view Judas' suicide as conclusive that he went to Hell. Some versions use the word repent. Did Judas repent? Suicide and betrayal are very difficult issues. We do not know what to do with Judas. Was Peter's denial any different than betrayal? Obviously Peter was forgiven and restored. I do believe suicide is forgivable even though some people teach to the contrary. Does God's grace not meet all who repent? Does not Jesus' blood bring atonement? The Psalmist speaks today of prayer and a free wheel offering... "O God, hear my prayer;give ear to the words of my mouth" and ..."With a freewill offering I will sacrifice to you;I will give thanks to your name, O Lord, for it is good." Even though the Church is still many years away...we see the origin of some traditions.