Exodus 29:23
Exodus 29:23 in Multiple Translations
along with one loaf of bread, one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer from the basket of unleavened bread that is before the LORD.
And one loaf of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer out of the basket of the unleavened bread that is before the LORD:
and one loaf of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer, out of the basket of unleavened bread that is before Jehovah:
And take one bit of bread and one cake of oiled bread and one thin cake out of the basket of unleavened bread which is before the Lord:
Also take one loaf of bread, one cake of bread made with olive oil, and one wafer from the basket of bread made without yeast that is in the Lord's presence.
And one loafe of bread, and one cake of bread tempered with oyle, and one wafer, out of the basket of the vnleauened bread that is before the Lord.
and one round cake of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one thin cake out of the basket of the unleavened things which [is] before Jehovah.
and one loaf of bread, one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer out of the basket of unleavened bread that is before the LORD.
And one loaf of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer out of the basket of the unleavened bread, that is before the LORD.
And one roll of bread, a cake tempered with oil, a wafer out of the basket of unleavened bread, which is set in the sight of the Lord.
Take also one of each of the kinds of bread that was baked—one made with no oil, one with oil, and one thin wafer.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 29:23
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Exodus 29:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/כִכַּ֨ר
לֶ֜חֶם
אַחַ֗ת
וַֽ/חַלַּ֨ת
לֶ֥חֶם
שֶׁ֛מֶן
אַחַ֖ת
וְ/רָקִ֣יק
אֶחָ֑ד
מִ/סַּל֙
הַ/מַּצּ֔וֹת
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
לִ/פְנֵ֥י
יְהוָֽה
וְ/כִכַּ֨ר
kikkâr
H3603
talent
Conj | N-cs
לֶ֜חֶם
lechem
H3899
food
N-cs
אַחַ֗ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
וַֽ/חַלַּ֨ת
challâh
H2471
bun
Conj | N-fs
לֶ֥חֶם
lechem
H3899
food
N-cs
שֶׁ֛מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
N-ms
אַחַ֖ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
וְ/רָקִ֣יק
râqîyq
H7550
flatbread
Conj | N-ms
אֶחָ֑ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
מִ/סַּל֙
çal
H5536
basket
Prep | N-ms
הַ/מַּצּ֔וֹת
matstsâh
H4682
unleavened bread
Art | N-fp
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
לִ/פְנֵ֥י
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 29:23
וְ/כִכַּ֨ר
kikkâr
H3603
"talent"
Conj | N-cs
In the Bible, a talent was a unit of weight or currency, like in Matthew 25:15-28, where a master gives his servants talents to invest. It could also refer to a round loaf of bread or a region, such as the Jordan valley.
Definition: 1) round 1a) a round district (environs of the Jordan valley) 1b) a round loaf (of bread) 1c) a round weight, talent (of gold, silver, bronze, iron) Aramaic equivalent: kik.ker (כִּכֵּר "talent" H3604)
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: loaf, morsel, piece, plain, talent. See also: Genesis 13:10; 2 Kings 5:5; Proverbs 6:26.
לֶ֜חֶם
lechem
H3899
"food"
N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to food, especially bread or grain. It's used throughout the Bible to describe meals, sacrifices, and daily life, highlighting the importance of food in ancient Israelite culture.
Definition: : food(eating) 1) bread, food, grain 1a) bread 1a1) bread 1a2) bread-corn 1b) food (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. See also: Genesis 3:19; 1 Samuel 20:34; Psalms 14:4.
אַחַ֗ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
וַֽ/חַלַּ֨ת
challâh
H2471
"bun"
Conj | N-fs
A cake or bun was a type of food, often pierced or perforated, mentioned in the Bible as a common food item.
Definition: cake, cake (if pierced) (probably perforated)
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: cake. See also: Exodus 29:2; Leviticus 8:26; 2 Samuel 6:19.
לֶ֥חֶם
lechem
H3899
"food"
N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to food, especially bread or grain. It's used throughout the Bible to describe meals, sacrifices, and daily life, highlighting the importance of food in ancient Israelite culture.
Definition: : food(eating) 1) bread, food, grain 1a) bread 1a1) bread 1a2) bread-corn 1b) food (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. See also: Genesis 3:19; 1 Samuel 20:34; Psalms 14:4.
שֶׁ֛מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for oil, often referring to olive oil, which was highly valued in ancient times. It symbolizes richness, anointing, and healing, and is used in various biblical contexts, including rituals and medicinal practices.
Definition: 1) fat, oil 1a) fat, fatness 1b) oil, olive oil 1b1) as staple, medicament or unguent 1b2) for anointing 1c) fat (of fruitful land, valleys) (metaph)
Usage: Occurs in 176 OT verses. KJV: anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. See also: Genesis 28:18; Deuteronomy 8:8; Psalms 23:5.
אַחַ֖ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
וְ/רָקִ֣יק
râqîyq
H7550
"flatbread"
Conj | N-ms
A type of thin, flat bread, similar to a wafer or cracker. In 1 Kings 17:6, Elijah eats these cakes by the river. The KJV translates it as 'cake' or 'wafer'.
Definition: thin cake, wafer
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: cake, wafer. See also: Exodus 29:2; Leviticus 8:26; 1 Chronicles 23:29.
אֶחָ֑ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
מִ/סַּל֙
çal
H5536
"basket"
Prep | N-ms
This noun refers to a basket, often made of woven willow twigs or osiers. In the Bible, it is used to carry food, like bread or fish, and is sometimes used as a symbol of provision or abundance.
Definition: basket
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: basket. See also: Genesis 40:16; Leviticus 8:2; Judges 6:19.
הַ/מַּצּ֔וֹת
matstsâh
H4682
"unleavened bread"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, matstsah refers to unleavened bread, a sweet bread made without yeast, often eaten during the Passover festival. It symbolizes purity and simplicity. This bread is mentioned in Exodus and Leviticus.
Definition: unleavened (bread, cake), without leaven.
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: unleaved (bread, cake), without leaven. See also: Genesis 19:3; Numbers 6:15; Ezekiel 45:21.
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
לִ/פְנֵ֥י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Exodus 29:23
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 29:23 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 29:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 29:23
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 29:23
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
- Sermons on Exodus 29:23
Context — The Order of the Sacrifices
21And take some of the blood on the altar and some of the anointing oil and sprinkle it on Aaron and his garments, as well as on his sons and their garments. Then he and his garments will be consecrated, as well as his sons and their garments.
22Take the fat from the ram, the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the lobe of the liver, both kidneys with the fat on them, and the right thigh (since this is a ram for ordination),
23along with one loaf of bread, one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer from the basket of unleavened bread that is before the LORD.
24Put all these in the hands of Aaron and his sons and wave them before the LORD as a wave offering. 25Then take them from their hands and burn them on the altar atop the burnt offering as a pleasing aroma before the LORD; it is a food offering to the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus 29:2–3 | along with unleavened bread, unleavened cakes mixed with oil, and unleavened wafers anointed with oil. Make them out of fine wheat flour, put them in a basket, and present them in the basket, along with the bull and the two rams. |
| 2 | Leviticus 8:26 | And from the basket of unleavened bread that was before the LORD, he took one cake of unleavened bread, one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer, and he placed them on the fat portions and on the right thigh. |
Exodus 29:23 Summary
In Exodus 29:23, we see the priest being given bread and oil as part of their ordination ceremony, symbolizing God's provision and nourishment for His people. This reminds us that, just as the Israelites relied on God for their daily bread, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:3, we too can trust in His care and provision for our lives. The use of unleavened bread also reminds us of the importance of living a life of purity and simplicity, as taught in 1 Corinthians 5:6-8. By reflecting on this verse, we can grow in our understanding of God's love and care for us, and seek to live a life that honors Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the unleavened bread in Exodus 29:23?
The unleavened bread represents purity and simplicity, as leaven is often associated with sin and corruption in the Bible, such as in 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, where it is compared to the spread of malice and wickedness.
Why are different types of bread mentioned in this verse?
The different types of bread, including one loaf of bread, one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer, may symbolize the various aspects of the priest's role and the people's relationship with God, as seen in other biblical passages like Leviticus 2:4, which describes the offerings of bread to the Lord.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of the priestly ordination in Exodus 29?
This verse is part of the larger ritual of ordination, where the priests are being set apart and consecrated for their role, as described in Exodus 29:1-37, and the bread may represent the provision and nourishment God gives to His people through their spiritual leaders, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:3, where God fed the Israelites with manna in the wilderness.
What can we learn from the specific items chosen for the wave offering in this verse?
The selection of these specific bread items and the ram's fat for the wave offering, as seen in Exodus 29:22-24, demonstrates the importance of giving God the best and the firstfruits of our labor, as taught in Proverbs 3:9-10 and Malachi 3:10.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the bread and oil used in this verse, what are some ways I can simplify my life and focus on what is truly important to God?
- How can I, like the priest, be set apart and consecrated for God's service, and what are some practical steps I can take to dedicate myself to Him?
- What are some ways I can show gratitude for God's provision and nourishment in my life, just as the Israelites were to give thanks through their offerings?
- As I consider the role of the priests in the Old Testament, how can I support and pray for my spiritual leaders today, that they may be effective in their ministry and faithful to God's calling?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 29:23
And one loaf of bread,.... Of unleavened bread, as in Exodus 29:2 large bread is meant, as Ben Melech observes, for the rest were cakes and wafers, as follows: and one cake of oiled bread; which was
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 29:23
And thou shalt kill the bullock before the LORD, by the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
Exodus 29:23 And one loaf of bread, and one cake of oiled bread, and one wafer out of the basket of the unleavened bread that [is] before the LORD:Ver. 23. Unleavened bread.] See 1 Corinthians 5:7-8.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
(23) The basket . . . that is before the Lord.—Comp. Exodus 29:3. The objects mentioned formed the “meat offering,” which always accompanied a peace offering.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
Verse 23. And one loaf of bread] The bread of different kinds, (See Clarke on Exodus 29:2,) in this offering, seems to have been intended as a minchah, or offering of grateful acknowledgment for providential blessings. The essence of worship consisted in acknowledging God, 1. As the Creator, Governor, and Preserver of all things, and the Dispenser of every good and perfect gift. 2. As the Judge of men, the Punisher of sin, and he who alone could pardon it. The minchahs, heave-offerings, wave-offerings, and thank-offerings, referred to the first point. The burnt-offerings, sin-offerings, and sacrifices in general, referred to the second.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 29:23
23. a loaf] a round (kikkâr)—corresponding to the ‘bread of unleavened cakes’ of v. 2. A circular flat ‘cake’ is meant, not what we should call a ‘loaf.’ For cake read perforated cake, as v. 2. the basket (v. 3) of unleavened cakes that is before Jehovah] i.e. at the entrance of the Tent of meeting (v. 32; cf. Leviticus 8:3).
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 29:23
22-25. A wave offering before the Lord — This was a constant accompaniment of peace offerings, (comp. Leviticus 7:14, note,) and as a symbolical act was an acknowledgment of God’s rule in all the world around.
Sermons on Exodus 29:23
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
(Exodus) Exodus 29:1-9 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of consecration and coming to God with empty hands. He highlights that true consecration is not about making promises or offer |