A chink appears in the armor of paternalism: Women may inherit property, IF there is no male heir. But the daughters of Zelophehad have to bring their case before the Lord. They must display courage, and they do, appearing as they do at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. Thank God for the moxie of Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah!
There are to be daily, weekly, and monthly sacrifices for the people. There are to be annual Passover, Feast of Weeks, and Feast of Trumpets celebrations with sacrifices included. Extravagant worship is required of Moses' people.
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