Ezekiel 43:19
Ezekiel 43:19 in Multiple Translations
You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok, who approach Me to minister before Me, declares the Lord GOD.
And thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that be of the seed of Zadok, which approach unto me, to minister unto me, saith the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin offering.
Thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that are of the seed of Zadok, who are near unto me, to minister unto me, saith the Lord Jehovah, a young bullock for a sin-offering.
You are to give to the priests, the Levites of the seed of Zadok, who come near to me, says the Lord God, to do my work, a young ox for a sin-offering.
You shall give a young bull as a sin offering to the Leviticus priests from the family of Zadok, who come and minister before me, declares the Lord God.
And thou shalt giue to the Priestes, and to the Leuites, that be of the seede of Zadok, which approch vnto me, to minister vnto me, saith the Lord God, a yong bullocke for a sinne offring.
And thou hast given unto the priests, the Levites, who [are] of the seed of Zadok — who are near unto Me, an affirmation of the Lord Jehovah, to serve Me — a calf from the herd, for a sin-offering.
You shall give to the Levitical priests who are of the offspring of Zadok, who are near to me, to minister to me,’ says the Lord GOD, ‘a young bull for a sin offering.
And thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that are of the seed of Zadok, who approach to me, to minister to me, saith the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin-offering.
And thou shalt give to the priests, and the Levites, that are of the race of Sadoc, who approach to me, saith the Lord God, to offer to me a calf of the herd for sin.
You must present to the priests a young bull to be an offering to cause the altar to be acceptable to me. The priests are descendants of Levi, from the clan of Zadok, who come near to the altar to serve me.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 43:19
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- Ezekiel 43:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 43:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 43:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 43:19
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 43:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
- Sermons on Ezekiel 43:19
Context — The Altar of Sacrifice
19You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok, who approach Me to minister before Me, declares the Lord GOD.
20You are to take some of its blood and put it on the four horns of the altar, on the four corners of the ledge, and all around the rim; thus you will cleanse the altar and make atonement for it. 21Then you are to take away the bull for the sin offering and burn it in the appointed part of the temple area outside the sanctuary.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 40:46 | and the chamber that faces north is for the priests who keep charge of the altar. These are the sons of Zadok, the only Levites who may approach the LORD to minister before Him.” |
| 2 | Ezekiel 44:15 | But the Levitical priests, who are descended from Zadok and who kept charge of My sanctuary when the Israelites went astray from Me, are to approach Me to minister before Me. They will stand before Me to offer Me fat and blood, declares the Lord GOD. |
| 3 | Numbers 16:40 | just as the LORD commanded him through Moses. This was to be a reminder to the Israelites that no outsider who is not a descendant of Aaron should approach to offer incense before the LORD, lest he become like Korah and his followers. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 45:18–19 | This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘On the first day of the first month you are to take a young bull without blemish and purify the sanctuary. And the priest is to take some of the blood from the sin offering and put it on the doorposts of the temple, on the four corners of the ledge of the altar, and on the gateposts of the inner court. |
| 5 | Hebrews 7:27 | Unlike the other high priests, He does not need to offer daily sacrifices, first for His own sins and then for the sins of the people; He sacrificed for sin once for all when He offered up Himself. |
| 6 | Numbers 16:5 | Then he said to Korah and all his followers, “Tomorrow morning the LORD will reveal who belongs to Him and who is holy, and He will bring that person near to Himself. The one He chooses, He will bring near to Himself. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 2:35 | And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place. |
| 8 | Isaiah 61:6 | But you will be called the priests of the LORD; they will speak of you as ministers of our God; you will feed on the wealth of nations, and you will boast in their riches. |
| 9 | Leviticus 8:14–15 | Moses then brought the bull near for the sin offering, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head. Moses slaughtered the bull, took some of the blood, and applied it with his finger to all four horns of the altar, purifying the altar. He poured out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar and consecrated it so that atonement could be made on it. |
| 10 | 1 Kings 2:27 | So Solomon banished Abiathar from the priesthood of the LORD and thus fulfilled the word that the LORD had spoken at Shiloh against the house of Eli. |
Ezekiel 43:19 Summary
In Ezekiel 43:19, God instructs the people to give a young bull as a sin offering to the Levitical priests, who will minister before Him. This sin offering is a way to cleanse and atone for the altar and the priests, so they can worship God in purity. Just like the priests needed to be cleansed before ministering, we also need to come before God with a clean heart, as seen in Psalm 51:10 and Matthew 5:8. By understanding the significance of sin offerings, we can appreciate the depth of God's love and the importance of seeking forgiveness and purity in our relationship with Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was a young bull from the herd chosen as a sin offering in Ezekiel 43:19?
A young bull was likely chosen due to its value and purity, symbolizing the seriousness of sin and the need for atonement, as seen in Leviticus 4:3 and Hebrews 9:22.
Who are the Levitical priests from the family of Zadok mentioned in this verse?
The Levitical priests from the family of Zadok were a subset of priests who were deemed faithful and obedient to God, as mentioned in Ezekiel 44:15, and were chosen to minister before Him.
What is the significance of the sin offering in Ezekiel 43:19?
The sin offering was a way to cleanse and atone for the altar, as well as the priests who would be ministering before God, as seen in Ezekiel 43:20 and Exodus 29:36-37.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's presence and worship?
This verse highlights the importance of purity and atonement in approaching God, as seen in Isaiah 6:1-5 and Revelation 4:8, emphasizing the need for repentance and cleansing before worshiping Him.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's character and His desire for purity in worship?
- How can I apply the principle of atonement and cleansing in my own life, as seen in this verse?
- What role do priests and leaders play in facilitating worship and atonement, as mentioned in this verse?
- How does this verse relate to the concept of sacrifice and substitutionary atonement, as seen in other parts of Scripture?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 43:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 43:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 43:19
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 43:19
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 43:19
Sermons on Ezekiel 43:19
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Zadok Priesthood by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of ministering to the Lord before going out to the mission field. He encourages pastors to prioritize their ministry to God an |
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Aaron & His Sons: The Holy Priesthood by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the qualities of a man after God's own heart. He emphasizes the importance of being what God wants us to be, a man in Christ, in order for God |
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Depart From Me, I Never Knew You - Part 1 by Ralph Mahoney | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a man who was locked up due to an unjust past wound and hurt. The speaker emphasizes that God judged the men who attacked this man severely. H |
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Encouraged by Jesus (P1) by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, K.P. Hannan discusses the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 and highlights the principles that can help us serve God. He emphasizes the importance of being active an |
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Ministry to the Lord by Watchman Nee | Watchman Nee emphasizes the distinction between ministry to the House of the Lord and true ministry to the Lord Himself. He warns that many believers may be engaged in church activ |
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The New Temple Priesthood by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of the Zadok priesthood, highlighting Zadok's unwavering faithfulness to both King David and God. This faithfulness exemplifies the true |
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The Priest by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the significance of Christ as the Great High Priest, emphasizing how He fulfills the Priestly ordinance ordained by God, unlike human priests who are flawe |






