At first glance, the biblical book of Leviticus appears to be a metic- ulously boring delineation of ancient tribal superstitions in the Mideast. Concealed under the multiple details, however, are spar- kling gems never discovered by the cursory reader. This is the reason I am excited about this new volume. The bib- lical book opens up with new luster. Pearls smile at us from every stone the author turns. Jewels leap up with wisdom for our minds and richness for our lives. Here we glimpse something of the orna- mental nature of God and His relation with humankind. Nuggets of gold await those...