King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And Aaron and his sons shall eat the flesh of the ram, and the bread that [is] in the basket, [by] the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Aharon and his sons will eat the ram's meat and the bread in the basket at the entrance to the tent of meeting.
Berean Standard Bible:
At the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, Aaron and his sons are to eat the meat of the ram and the bread that is in the basket.
American Standard Version:
And Aaron and his sons shall eat the flesh of the ram, and the bread that is in the basket, at the door of the tent of meeting.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And Aaron{H175} and his sons{H1121} shall eat{H398} the flesh{H1320} of the ram{H352}, and the bread{H3899} that is in the basket{H5536}, by the door{H6607} of the tabernacle{H168} of the congregation{H4150}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Matthew 12:4
- How he entered into the house of God, and did eat the shewbread, which was not lawful for him to eat, neither for them which were with him, but only for the priests?
Exodus 29:2
- And unleavened bread, and cakes unleavened tempered with oil, and wafers unleavened anointed with oil: [of] wheaten flour shalt thou make them.
Exodus 29:3
- And thou shalt put them into one basket, and bring them in the basket, with the bullock and the two rams.
Exodus 29:23
- And one loaf of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer out of the basket of the unleavened bread that [is] before the LORD:
Exodus 24:9
- ¶ Then went up Moses, and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel:
Exodus 24:11
- And upon the nobles of the children of Israel he laid not his hand: also they saw God, and did eat and drink.
Leviticus 10:12
- ¶ And Moses spake unto Aaron, and unto Eleazar and unto Ithamar, his sons that were left, Take the meat offering that remaineth of the offerings of the LORD made by fire, and eat it without leaven beside the altar: for it [is] most holy:
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Commentary for Exodus 29:32
**Exodus 29:32 Themes:**
- **Consecration and Ordination:** The verse is part of the detailed instructions for the consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests. Eating the flesh of the ram and the bread symbolizes their acceptance into the priesthood and the start of their sacred duties.
- **Sacrifice and Atonement:** The consumption of the ram that was sacrificed is a reminder of the atonement made on behalf of the priests and the people they will serve.
- **Holy Communion:** This act prefigures the Christian concept of communion, where partaking in sacred food represents a covenantal relationship with God.
- **Separation from the Common:** By eating at the door of the tabernacle, the priests distinguish themselves from the laity, setting apart their role as mediators between God and the Israelites.
**Historical Context:**
- **Mosaic Law:** This verse falls within the Law of Moses, which includes extensive regulations for worship and priesthood in ancient Israel.
- **Wilderness Period:** The instructions were given to Moses by God during the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the Promised Land, a time when the tabernacle served as the central place of worship.
- **Establishment of Priesthood:** The detailed rituals for consecrating the priests were crucial for establishing the priesthood, which would play a key role in Israel's religious life for centuries.
- **Covenant Renewal:** The consecration process, including the eating of the ram and bread, was part of renewing the covenant between God and His people, with the priests serving as key figures in maintaining this relationship.
In summary, Exodus 29:32 reflects the themes of priestly consecration, sacrifice, and the sanctity of the priesthood within the historical context of the establishment of Mosaic Law and the religious institutions of ancient Israel during the wilderness period.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H175
There are 480 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַהֲרוֹן
Transliteration: ʼAhărôwn
Pronunciation: a-har-one'
Description: of uncertain derivation; Aharon, the brother of Moses; Aaron. - Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. - Strong's Number: H398
There are 825 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָכַל
Transliteration: ʼâkal
Pronunciation: aw-kal'
Description: a primitive root; to eat (literally or figuratively); [idiom] at all, burn up, consume, devour(-er, up), dine, eat(-er, up), feed (with), food, [idiom] freely, [idiom] in...wise(-deed, plenty), (lay) meat, [idiom] quite. - Strong's Number: H1320
There are 241 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּשָׂר
Transliteration: bâsâr
Pronunciation: baw-sawr'
Description: from בָּשַׂר; flesh (from its freshness); by extension, body, person; also (by euphemistically) the pudenda of aman; body, (fat, lean) flesh(-ed), kin, (man-) kind, [phrase] nakedness, self, skin. - Strong's Number: H352
There are 256 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַיִל
Transliteration: ʼayil
Pronunciation: ah'-yil
Description: from the same as אוּל; properly, strength; hence, anything strong; specifically a chief (politically); also a ram (from his strength); a pilaster (as a strong support); an oak or other strong tree; mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. - Strong's Number: H3899
There are 277 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לֶחֶם
Transliteration: lechem
Pronunciation: lekh'-em
Description: from לָחַם; See also בֵּית לְעַפְרָה; food (for man or beast), especially bread, or grain (for making it); (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. - Strong's Number: H5536
There are 13 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סַל
Transliteration: çal
Pronunciation: sal
Description: from סָלַל; properly, a willow twig (as pendulous), i.e. an osier; but only as woven into abasket; basket. - Strong's Number: H6607
There are 154 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פֶּתַח
Transliteration: pethach
Pronunciation: peh'-thakh
Description: from פָּתַח; an opening (literally), i.e. door (gate) or entrance way; door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. - Strong's Number: H168
There are 369 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֹהֶל
Transliteration: ʼôhel
Pronunciation: o'-hel
Description: from אָהַל; a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance); covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. - Strong's Number: H4150
There are 213 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מוֹעֵד
Transliteration: môwʻêd
Pronunciation: mo-ade'
Description: or מֹעֵד; or (feminine) מוֹעָדָה; (2 Chronicles 8:13), from יָעַד; properly, an appointment, i.e. a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally ayear; by implication, an assembly (as convened for a definite purpose); technically the congregation; by extension, the place of meeting; also a signal (as appointed beforehand); appointed (sign, time), (place of, solemn) assembly, congregation, (set, solemn) feast, (appointed, due) season, solemn(-ity), synogogue, (set) time (appointed).