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Leviticus 22

Leviticus 22:21

Worthy Offerings · Leviticus 22:17–33
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Translations

Modern
When a man presents a peace offering to the LORD from the herd or flock to fulfill a vow or as a freewill offering, it must be without blemish or defect to be acceptable.
Traditional
And whosoever offereth a sacrifice of peace offerings unto the Lord to accomplish his vow, or a freewill offering in beeves or sheep, it shall be perfect to be accepted; there shall be no blemish therein.
Literal
And whoever offers a sacrifice of peace offerings to YHWH to fulfill his vow, or a freewill offering from the herd or from the flock, it must be perfect for acceptance; there shall not be any blemish on it.
Latin
Homo qui obtulerit victimam pacificorum Domino, vel vota solvens, vel sponte offerens, tam de bobus quam de ovibus, immaculatum offeret ut acceptabile sit: omnis macula non erit in eo.

Original

Hebrew
English
When a man presents a peace offering to the LORD from the herd or flock to fulfill a vow or as a freewill offering, it must be without blemish or defect to be acceptable.

Notes

Leviticus 22:21

A peace offering could be given in different ways:

  • as a thanksgiving offering,

  • an offering to fulfill a vow, or

  • as a voluntary offering (see Leviticus 3:1–17).

Leviticus 21:1–22:33

This section, which discusses priestly rules, six times repeats the phrase I am the Lord who sanctifies (Leviticus 21:15, 23; 22:9, 16, 32; see also 21:8). These words emphasize the link between God's holiness and the holiness expected of priests. This extended to all of Israel (see 8:10; 11:44–45; 19:2). The text specifically addresses priests in 21:1–22:16, while including both clergy and common people in 22:17–33.

Theme notes and profiles

Ancient Law Codes

Glossary

Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Leviticus, Book of Offerings and Sacrifices

Topics

Blemish: Animals With, Forbidden to be Used for Sacrifice Dedication: Must be Without Blemish Free-Will offerings: General Scriptures Concerning Offerings: Free Will: Must be Perfect (Whole, Complete) Offerings: Required to Be: Perfect Offerings: Vow Peace-Offerings: Required to be Perfect and Free from Blemish Vows: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To