King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he shall offer of the sacrifice of the peace offering 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 the sacrifice of the peace offerings as 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:
From the peace offering he is to bring 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 of the sacrifice of peace-offerings 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} of the sacrifice{H2077} of the peace offering{H8002} 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},
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 29:13
- And thou shalt take all the fat that covereth the inwards, and the caul [that is] above the liver, and the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] upon them, and burn [them] upon the altar.
Exodus 29:22
- Also thou shalt take of the ram the fat and the rump, and the fat that covereth the inwards, and the caul [above] the liver, and the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] upon them, and the right shoulder; for it [is] a ram of consecration:
Leviticus 4:8
- And he shall take off from it all the fat of the bullock for the sin offering; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that [is] upon the inwards,
Leviticus 4:9
- And the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] upon them, which [is] by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away,
Matthew 15:8
- This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with [their] lips; but their heart is far from me.
Romans 6:6
- Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with [him], that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin.
Psalms 119:70
- Their heart is as fat as grease; [but] I delight in thy law.
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Commentary for Leviticus 3:3
1. **Themes:**
- **Holiness and Sacrifice:** The verse emphasizes the importance of offering the choice parts of the sacrifice to God, highlighting the concept of giving the best to the divine, which is a recurring theme in Levitical law.
- **Worship and Atonement:** The peace offering was one of several types of sacrifices in Leviticus, and it was meant to express thanksgiving, celebrate vows, or simply as a voluntary gift to God, fostering a relationship of peace between the offeror and God.
- **Distinction Between Clean and Unclean:** The detailed instructions about which parts of the animal to offer underscore the importance of distinguishing between the clean (acceptable for sacrifice) and the unclean (not suitable for sacrifice), reinforcing the holiness code of the Israelites.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Israelite Priesthood and Worship:** Leviticus 3:3 is part of the Levitical law given to Moses by God, which outlines the priestly duties and the sacrificial system in ancient Israel. This system was central to the religious life of the Israelites, who were instructed to follow these rituals meticulously to maintain their covenant with God.
- **Post-Exodus Period:** The book of Leviticus is set after the exodus from Egypt, during the period when the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness and receiving the Law. The detailed sacrificial instructions were meant to guide the Israelites in their worship practices once they settled in the Promised Land.
- **Cultic Practice:** The verse reflects the ritual practices of the ancient Near East, where the offering of fat to the deity was common. Fat was considered the best part of the animal and thus the most suitable for offering to the divine.
In summary, Leviticus 3:3 details part of the sacrificial procedure for peace offerings, emphasizing the sanctity of worship and the necessity of following divine instructions for sacrifices. It reflects the broader themes of holiness, atonement, and the distinction between clean and unclean, within the historical context of establishing a unique Israelite identity and worship system after the exodus from Egypt.
*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: 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. - Strong's Number: H2077
There are 153 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זֶבַח
Transliteration: zebach
Pronunciation: zeh'-bakh
Description: from זָבַח; properly, a slaughter, i.e. the flesh of an animal; by implication, a sacrifice (the victim or the act); offer(-ing), sacrifice. - Strong's Number: H8002
There are 84 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֶׁלֶם
Transliteration: shelem
Pronunciation: sheh'-lem
Description: from שָׁלַם; properly, requital, i.e. a (voluntary) sacrifice in thanks; peace offering. - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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.