King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he shall cleave it with the wings thereof, [but] shall not divide [it] asunder: and the priest shall burn it upon the altar, upon the wood that [is] upon the fire: it [is] a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
Complete Jewish Bible:
He is to pull it open with a wing on each side, but without tearing it in half. The cohen is to make it go up in smoke on the altar, on the wood which is on the fire, as a burnt offering; it is an offering made by fire, a fragrant aroma for ADONAI.
Berean Standard Bible:
He shall tear it open by its wings, without dividing the bird completely. And the priest is to burn it on the altar atop the burning wood. It is a burnt offering, an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
American Standard Version:
and he shall rend it by the wings thereof, but shall not divide it asunder. And the priest shall burn it upon the altar, upon the wood that is upon the fire: it is a burnt-offering, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor unto Jehovah.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he shall cleave{H8156} it with the wings{H3671} thereof, but shall not divide it asunder{H914}: and the priest{H3548} shall burn{H6999} it upon the altar{H4196}, upon the wood{H6086} that is upon the fire{H784}: it is a burnt sacrifice{H5930}, an offering made by fire{H801}, of a sweet{H5207} savour{H7381} unto the LORD{H3068}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 15:10
- And he took unto him all these, and divided them in the midst, and laid each piece one against another: but the birds divided he not.
Hebrews 10:6
- In burnt offerings and [sacrifices] for sin thou hast had no pleasure.
Hebrews 10:12
- But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God;
Leviticus 1:9
- But his inwards and his legs shall he wash in water: and the priest shall burn all on the altar, [to be] a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
Leviticus 1:10
- ¶ And if his offering [be] of the flocks, [namely], of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish.
1 Peter 1:19
- But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot:
1 Peter 1:21
- Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God.
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Commentary for Leviticus 1:17
1. **Themes:**
- **Holiness and Worship:** The verse emphasizes the proper method of offering a burnt sacrifice to God, highlighting the importance of following divine instructions for worship.
- **Offering to God:** The burnt offering is a sign of devotion and atonement, completely consumed by fire as a symbol of total consecration to God.
- **Ritual Purity:** The careful preparation and offering of the sacrifice underscore the theme of ritual purity and the meticulous observance of religious rites.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Levitical Law:** Leviticus is the third book of the Pentateuch, traditionally ascribed to Moses. It contains detailed instructions for the religious and moral conduct of the Israelites, particularly the priests of the Levitical order.
- **Post-Exodus Period:** The book was likely written during the wilderness wanderings after the Exodus from Egypt, as the Israelites were being instructed in the worship practices they were to follow upon entering the Promised Land.
- **Cultic Procedures:** The verse is part of a larger section outlining the sacrificial system, which was central to Israelite worship. This system included various types of offerings, each with its own significance and method of presentation.
- **Atonement and Fellowship:** The burnt offering (Hebrew: עלה, 'olah) was an offering wholly consumed by fire, symbolizing the offering of oneself to God, seeking to make atonement and to express devotion and fellowship with the Divine.
In summary, Leviticus 1:17 reflects the detailed sacrificial procedures of the Israelite worship system, emphasizing the themes of holiness, proper worship, and ritual purity, as the Israelites were instructed in how to offer sacrifices that were pleasing to God during their journey towards the Promised Land.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H8156
There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁסַע
Transliteration: shâçaʻ
Pronunciation: shaw-sah'
Description: a primitive root; to split or tear; figuratively, to upbraid; cleave, (be) cloven (footed), rend, stay. - Strong's Number: H3671
There are 85 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כָּנָף
Transliteration: kânâph
Pronunciation: kaw-nawf'
Description: from כָּנַף; an edge or extremity; specifically (of a bird or army) a wing, (of a garment or bedclothing) a flap, (of the earth) a quarter, (of a building) a pinnacle; [phrase] bird, border, corner, end, feather(-ed), [idiom] flying, [phrase] (one an-) other, overspreading, [idiom] quarters, skirt, [idiom] sort, uttermost part, wing(-ed). - Strong's Number: H914
There are 40 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּדַל
Transliteration: bâdal
Pronunciation: baw-dal'
Description: a primitive root; to divide (in variation senses literally or figuratively, separate, distinguish, differ, select, etc.); (make, put) difference, divide (asunder), (make) separate (self, -ation), sever (out), [idiom] utterly. - Strong's Number: H3548
There are 653 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כֹּהֵן
Transliteration: kôhên
Pronunciation: ko-hane'
Description: active participle of כָּהַן; literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman); chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. - Strong's Number: H6999
There are 112 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָטַר
Transliteration: qâṭar
Pronunciation: kaw-tar'
Description: a primitive root (identical with through the idea of fumigation in a close place and perhaps thus driving out the occupants); to smoke, i.e. turn into fragrance by fire (especially as an act of worship); burn (incense, sacrifice) (upon), (altar for) incense, kindle, offer (incense, a sacrifice). - Strong's Number: H4196
There are 338 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִזְבֵּחַ
Transliteration: mizbêach
Pronunciation: miz-bay'-akh
Description: from זָבַח; an altar; altar. - Strong's Number: H6086
There are 288 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֵץ
Transliteration: ʻêts
Pronunciation: ates
Description: from עָצָה; a tree (from its firmness); hence, wood (plural sticks); [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. - Strong's Number: H784
There are 549 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֵשׁ
Transliteration: ʼêsh
Pronunciation: aysh
Description: a primitive word; fire (literally or figuratively); burning, fiery, fire, flaming, hot. - Strong's Number: H5930
There are 262 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֹלָה
Transliteration: ʻôlâh
Pronunciation: o-law'
Description: or עוֹלָה; feminine active participle of עָלָה; a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke); ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also עֶוֶל. - Strong's Number: H801
There are 357 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אִשָּׁה
Transliteration: ʼishshâh
Pronunciation: ish-shaw'
Description: the same as אֶשָּׁה, but used in a liturgical sense; properly, a burnt-offering; but occasionally of any sacrifice; (offering, sacrifice), (made) by fire. - Strong's Number: H5207
There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נִיחוֹחַ
Transliteration: nîychôwach
Pronunciation: nee-kho'-akh
Description: or נִיחֹחַ; from נוּחַ; properly, restful, i.e. pleasant; abstractly, delight; sweet (odour). - Strong's Number: H7381
There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רֵיחַ
Transliteration: rêyach
Pronunciation: ray'-akh
Description: from רוּחַ; odor (as if blown); savour, scent, smell. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.