Leviticus 9:16

And he brought the burnt offering, and offered it according to the manner.

And he brought {H7126} the burnt offering {H5930}, and offered {H6213} it according to the manner {H4941}.

The burnt offering was presented, and he offered it in the prescribed manner.

He presented the burnt offering and offered it according to the ordinance.

And he presented the burnt-offering, and offered it according to the ordinance.

Commentary

Context

Leviticus 9 marks a pivotal moment in the Old Testament narrative: the official inauguration of the Tabernacle worship and the first priestly duties performed by Aaron and his sons as consecrated priests. Following a seven-day consecration period outlined in Leviticus 8, this chapter details the initial sacrifices offered by Aaron on behalf of himself and the people of Israel. Verse 16 specifically describes Aaron bringing the burnt offering, one of several sacrifices made on this significant day, emphasizing the meticulous adherence to God's precise instructions for worship.

Key Themes

  • Obedience to Divine Command: The phrase "according to the manner" is crucial. It underscores the paramount importance of following God's specific instructions for worship and atonement. Every detail of the sacrificial system was divinely ordained, highlighting God's holiness and the seriousness of approaching Him.
  • Atonement and Consecration: The various offerings, including the burnt offering, served to purify the priests and the people, making them acceptable before a holy God. This foundational act of worship established the covenant relationship between God and Israel.
  • The Role of the Priesthood: This verse illustrates Aaron stepping into his divinely appointed role as the high priest, mediating between God and the people through prescribed rituals. His actions set the precedent for all future priestly service.

Linguistic Insights

The "burnt offering" translates the Hebrew word olah (ืขึนืœึธื”), which literally means "that which goes up" or "ascends." This refers to the fact that the entire animal (except the hide) was consumed by fire on the altar, with the smoke ascending to God. It symbolized complete dedication and devotion to God, as well as general atonement for sin. The phrase "according to the manner" (ื›ึทึผืžึดึผืฉึฐืืคึธึผื˜, ka-mishpat) emphasizes adherence to the established law or ordinance, reinforcing the meticulous nature of the Mosaic law.

Practical Application

While the Old Testament sacrificial system has been fulfilled by Christ, the principles behind Leviticus 9:16 remain relevant:

  • Reverence and Obedience: This verse reminds us that approaching God requires reverence and obedience to His revealed will. While we no longer offer animal sacrifices, our worship should still be offered "in spirit and in truth", according to His commands.
  • Christ Our Ultimate Sacrifice: The burnt offering, completely consumed, foreshadowed the perfect and ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. He offered Himself once for all, completely dedicating Himself to God's will to atone for humanity's sins, making us acceptable to God.
  • The Importance of Order: God is a God of order. The precise instructions for the Tabernacle and its services teach us the value of structure, intentionality, and faithfulness in our spiritual lives and corporate worship.
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Cross-References

  • Leviticus 9:12

    And he slew the burnt offering; and Aaron's sons presented unto him the blood, which he sprinkled round about upon the altar.

  • Leviticus 9:14

    And he did wash the inwards and the legs, and burnt [them] upon the burnt offering on the altar.

  • Hebrews 10:1

    ยถ For the law having a shadow of good things to come, [and] not the very image of the things, can never with those sacrifices which they offered year by year continually make the comers thereunto perfect.

  • Hebrews 10:22

    Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water.

  • Leviticus 8:18

    And he brought the ram for the burnt offering: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram.

  • Leviticus 8:21

    And he washed the inwards and the legs in water; and Moses burnt the whole ram upon the altar: it [was] a burnt sacrifice for a sweet savour, [and] an offering made by fire unto the LORD; as the LORD commanded Moses.

  • Leviticus 1:1

    ยถ And the LORD called unto Moses, and spake unto him out of the tabernacle of the congregation, saying,
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