King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
He among the sons of Aaron, that offereth the blood of the peace offerings, and the fat, shall have the right shoulder for [his] part.
Complete Jewish Bible:
The descendant of Aharon who offers the blood of the peace offerings is to have the right thigh as his share.
Berean Standard Bible:
The son of Aaron who presents the blood and fat of the peace offering shall have the right thigh as a portion.
American Standard Version:
He among the sons of Aaron that offereth the blood of the peace-offerings, and the fat, shall have the right thigh for a portion.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
He among the sons{H1121} of Aaron{H175}, that offereth{H7126} the blood{H1818} of the peace offerings{H8002}, and the fat{H2459}, shall have the right{H3225} shoulder{H7785} for his part{H4490}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Leviticus 7:3
- And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof; the rump, and the fat that covereth the inwards,
Leviticus 26:1
- ¶ Ye shall make you no idols nor graven image, neither rear you up a standing image, neither shall ye set up [any] image of stone in your land, to bow down unto it: for I [am] the LORD your God.
Leviticus 26:46
- These [are] the statutes and judgments and laws, which the LORD made between him and the children of Israel in mount Sinai by the hand of Moses.
Leviticus 6:1
- ¶ And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
Leviticus 6:30
- And no sin offering, whereof [any] of the blood is brought into the tabernacle of the congregation to reconcile [withal] in the holy [place], shall be eaten: it shall be burnt in the fire.
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Commentary for Leviticus 7:33
1. **Themes:**
- **Sacrifice and Worship:** The verse highlights the ritual of peace offerings, which were a form of worship in ancient Israel. These offerings were a way for individuals to express thanksgiving, celebrate a vow, or give a freewill offering to God.
- **Priestly Entitlement:** It emphasizes the priestly share of the sacrifice, reinforcing the role and sustenance of the priesthood within the community. The right shoulder was designated as the priest's portion, illustrating the concept of divine provision for those who serve in the sanctuary.
- **Holiness and Ritual Purity:** The specific instructions regarding the peace offerings underscore the importance of holiness and ritual purity in the approach to God. The detailed prescriptions for sacrifices were part of a larger system designed to maintain the sanctity of the tabernacle (and later the temple) and the people.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Mosaic Law:** Leviticus 7:33 is part of the Mosaic Law, which was given to the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt. This law code provided a comprehensive framework for the religious, civil, and moral life of the Israelite community.
- **Priestly Code:** The verse falls within the Priestly Code, a section of the Pentateuch (the first five books of the Bible) that contains detailed instructions for priests. It was likely written during or after the Babylonian Exile (6th century BCE) when the priestly class sought to codify and preserve the religious practices of Israel.
- **Cultic Procedures:** The regulations in Leviticus were meant to guide the priests in the proper execution of their duties, particularly in the sacrificial system that was central to Israelite worship prior to the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE.
- **Covenant Relationship:** The peace offerings, among other sacrifices, were a tangible expression of the covenant relationship between God and Israel. By following these regulations, the Israelites acknowledged God's sovereignty and their dependence on His grace and provision.
In summary, Leviticus 7:33 reflects the themes of worship, priestly privilege, and holiness within the historical context of the Mosaic Law and the sacrificial system of ancient Israel. It provided a divine blueprint for the priests to follow, ensuring the correct division of the sacrificial offerings and the maintenance of the covenant relationship between God and His people.
*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: 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: 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: 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: H1818
There are 295 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָּם
Transliteration: dâm
Pronunciation: dawm
Description: from דָּמַם (compare אָדַם); blood (as that which when shed causes death) of man or an animal; by analogy, the juice of the grape; figuratively (especially in the plural) bloodshed (i.e. drops of blood); blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. - 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: 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: H3225
There are 133 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָמִין
Transliteration: yâmîyn
Pronunciation: yaw-meen'
Description: from יָמַן; the right hand or side (leg, eye) of a person or other object (as the stronger and more dexterous); locally, the south; [phrase] left-handed, right (hand, side), south. - Strong's Number: H7785
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שׁוֹק
Transliteration: shôwq
Pronunciation: shoke
Description: from שׁוּק; the (lower) leg (as a runner); hip, leg, shoulder, thigh. - Strong's Number: H4490
There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָנָה
Transliteration: mânâh
Pronunciation: maw-naw'
Description: from מָנָה; properly, something weighed out, i.e. (generally) a division; specifically (of food) a ration; also a lot; such things as belonged, part, portion.