Leviticus 3:14

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And he shall offer thereof his offering, [even] an offering made by fire unto the LORD; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that [is] upon the inwards,

Complete Jewish Bible:

He is to present from it his offering, an offering made by fire to ADONAI ; it is to consist of the fat covering the inner organs, all the fat above the inner organs,

Berean Standard Bible:

And from his offering he shall present an offering made by fire to the LORD: the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them,

American Standard Version:

And he shall offer thereof his oblation, even an offering made by fire unto Jehovah; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And he shall offer^{H7126} thereof his offering^{H7133}, even an offering made by fire^{H801} unto the LORD^{H3068}; the fat^{H2459} that covereth^{H3680} the inwards^{H7130}, and all the fat^{H2459} that is upon the inwards^{H7130},

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Commentary for Leviticus 3:14

Leviticus 3:14 is part of the detailed instructions given to the Israelites concerning the offerings they were to present to God. The verse specifically addresses the peace offering, which was one of the five main types of sacrifices in ancient Israelite worship. The peace offering was unique in that it was a voluntary sacrifice, often brought to express thanksgiving, fulfill a vow, or simply to commune with God.

In the context of Leviticus 3:14, the text is instructing the offerer on the precise manner in which the sacrifice is to be prepared and presented. The verse emphasizes that the fat covering the internal organs and all the fat on the internal organs must be offered to the Lord. This is significant because in the Israelite sacrificial system, the fat was considered the choicest part of the animal and was therefore designated for God. It symbolized the best portion of the worshipper's possession, reflecting a heart of devotion and surrender to the divine will.

Historically, these instructions were given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai as part of the Law, which included the ceremonial laws governing worship and religious practice. The meticulous attention to detail in the sacrificial process underscores the holiness of God and the seriousness with which the Israelites were to approach Him. The peace offering, in particular, was a means for the people to maintain and restore peace and fellowship with God, and the careful preparation of the offering as outlined in Leviticus 3:14 was a tangible expression of the worshipper's reverence and commitment to God's covenant.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H7126
   There are 259 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָרַב
   Transliteration: qârab
   Pronunciation: kaw-rab'
   Description: a primitive root; to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose; (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take.
   
2. Strong's Number: H7133
   There are 78 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קׇרְבָּן
   Transliteration: qorbân
   Pronunciation: kor-bawn'
   Description: or קֻרְבָּן; from קָרַב; something brought near the altar, i.e. a sacrificial present; oblation, that is offered, offering.
   
3. 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.
   
4. 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.
   
5. Strong's Number: H2459
   There are 69 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֶלֶב
   Transliteration: cheleb
   Pronunciation: kheh'-leb
   Description: or חֵלֶב; from an unused root meaning to be fat; fat, whether literally or figuratively; hence, the richest or choice part; [idiom] best, fat(-ness), [idiom] finest, grease, marrow.
   
6. Strong's Number: H3680
   There are 149 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: כָּסָה
   Transliteration: kâçâh
   Pronunciation: kaw-saw'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to plump, i.e. fill up hollows; by implication, to cover (for clothing or secrecy); clad self, close, clothe, conceal, cover (self), (flee to) hide, overwhelm. Compare כָּשָׂה.
   
7. Strong's Number: H7130
   There are 220 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קֶרֶב
   Transliteration: qereb
   Pronunciation: keh'-reb
   Description: from קָרַב; properly, the nearest part, i.e. the center, whether literal, figurative or adverbial (especially with preposition); [idiom] among, [idiom] before, bowels, [idiom] unto charge, [phrase] eat (up), [idiom] heart, [idiom] him, [idiom] in, inward ([idiom] -ly, part, -s, thought), midst, [phrase] out of, purtenance, [idiom] therein, [idiom] through, [idiom] within self.