Parashas Kedoshim consists of 3,229 letters, 868 Hebrew words, and 64 verses. Initially, G-d commanded Moshe to convey to the Israelites the significance of holiness, as God is sacred. Within the "Holiness Code," G-d delineated the pathway to blessings for the people of Israel by instructing them to honor their parents, observe the Sabbath, abstain from idolatry, and consume certain offerings.
They were also instructed to leave part of the field unharvested for the benefit of the needy and strangers, uphold honesty, integrity, and fairness, ensure timely payment of workers' wages, and treat individuals with disabilities respectfully.
G-d directed the Israelites to administer justice impartially, avoid exploitation, hatred, vengeance, and grudges, offer constructive criticism, embrace love for others as for oneself, abstain from prohibited mixtures and practices, and address transgressions with appropriate offerings.
G-d instructed the Israelites to adhere to regulations regarding newly planted trees, refrain from consuming blood, reject divination and certain grooming practices, demonstrate respect for the elderly and God's sanctuary, and avoid engaging with the paranormal. G-d commands the Israelites to treat strangers justly and compassionately and uphold integrity in business dealings.
Moshe received divine instructions from God to communicate the penalties for transgressions to the Israelites. Those who provided a child to Molech were to be subject to capital punishment, and individuals engaging in activities related to ghosts or familiar spirits were to face excommunication.
Further directives were given regarding severe consequences for transgressions. Offenses such as insulting one's parents, committing adultery with a married person, or engaging in inappropriate relationships within family structures were addressed. The narrative elaborated on forbidden acts, including unnatural relations, incestuous marriages, and bestiality, each carrying drastic penalties like death or excommunication.
The Torah reiterates the importance of upholding divine laws to avoid expulsion from the Promised Land, saying that the previous inhabitants were dispossessed due to their transgressions. The parsha finishes by underscoring the sanctity of the Israelites, who G-d designated holy people set apart from others.