King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the priest shall burn it upon the altar: [it is] the food of the offering made by fire unto the LORD.
Complete Jewish Bible:
The cohen will make it go up in smoke on the altar; it is food, an offering made by fire to ADONAI.
Berean Standard Bible:
Then the priest is to burn them on the altar as food, an offering made by fire to the LORD.
American Standard Version:
And the priest shall burn it upon the altar: it is the food of the offering made by fire unto Jehovah.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the priest{H3548} shall burn{H6999} it upon the altar{H4196}: it is the food{H3899} of the offering made by fire{H801} unto the LORD{H3068}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Leviticus 21:6
- They shall be holy unto their God, and not profane the name of their God: for the offerings of the LORD made by fire, [and] the bread of their God, they do offer: therefore they shall be holy.
Leviticus 21:17
- Speak unto Aaron, saying, Whosoever [he be] of thy seed in their generations that hath [any] blemish, let him not approach to offer the bread of his God.
Leviticus 3:5
- And Aaron's sons shall burn it on the altar upon the burnt sacrifice, which [is] upon the wood that [is] on the fire: [it is] an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
Leviticus 21:8
- Thou shalt sanctify him therefore; for he offereth the bread of thy God: he shall be holy unto thee: for I the LORD, which sanctify you, [am] holy.
Leviticus 3:16
- And the priest shall burn them upon the altar: [it is] the food of the offering made by fire for a sweet savour: all the fat [is] the LORD'S.
Malachi 1:7
- Ye offer polluted bread upon mine altar; and ye say, Wherein have we polluted thee? In that ye say, The table of the LORD [is] contemptible.
Numbers 28:2
- Command the children of Israel, and say unto them, My offering, [and] my bread for my sacrifices made by fire, [for] a sweet savour unto me, shall ye observe to offer unto me in their due season.
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Commentary for Leviticus 3:11
Leviticus 3:11 is part of the Old Testament, specifically within the book of Leviticus, which outlines the laws and rituals for the Israelite priesthood, particularly concerning sacrifices and offerings. The verse is situated in the context of the peace offering, which is one of the five main types of offerings described in Leviticus. The peace offering was unique in that it was a voluntary sacrifice, often given in thanksgiving or as a fulfillment of a vow, and could be eaten by the offerer and their family, in addition to being a sacrifice to God.
The specific instruction in Leviticus 3:11 pertains to the portion of the peace offering that is to be dedicated to God. Once the offerer has presented the animal to the priest at the entrance to the Tabernacle (and later the Temple), the priest would prepare it for sacrifice. The verse states that the priest shall burn the fat and the breast on the altar as a food offering to the Lord. This act of burning the choice parts of the sacrifice on the altar symbolizes the dedication of the offering to God, with the aroma of the burning sacrifice ascending to heaven as a pleasing odor to the Lord.
Historically, these detailed sacrificial procedures were part of the covenantal relationship between God and Israel. The meticulous adherence to these rituals was a means for the Israelites to express devotion, gratitude, and seek atonement. The peace offering, in particular, emphasized communion with God, as it included a shared meal between God, the priests, and the offerer's family, reinforcing the idea of peace and fellowship with the Divine.
In summary, Leviticus 3:11 encapsulates the intricate sacrificial system of the ancient Israelites, highlighting the role of the priest in mediating the sacred communion between God and His people through the burning of specific parts of the peace offering on the altar. This ritual act of sacrifice was a tangible expression of worship and a means to maintain the sanctity of the relationship between the Israelites and God.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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: 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: 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: 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.