Leviticus 14:18
Leviticus 14:18 in Multiple Translations
The rest of the oil in his palm, the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed, to make atonement for him before the LORD.
And the remnant of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall pour upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD.
and the rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make atonement for him before Jehovah.
And the rest of the oil in the priest's hand he will put on the head of him who is to be made clean; and so the priest will make him free from sin before the Lord.
What is left of the olive oil in his palm, the priest will put on the head of the person being made clean and then make them right before the Lord.
But the remnant of the oyle that is in the Priests hand, he shall powre vpon the head of him that is to be clensed: so the Priest shall make an atonement for him before the Lord.
and the remnant of the oil which [is] on the palm of the priest, he putteth on the head of him who is to be cleansed, and the priest hath made atonement for him before Jehovah.
The rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put on the head of him who is to be cleansed, and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.
And the remnant of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall pour upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD.
And upon his head.
The remaining oil in his palm must be put on the person’s head, to indicate that I declare that the person has been forgiven for having sinned.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 14:18
Study Notes — Leviticus 14:18
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- Leviticus 14:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 14:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:18
- Sermons on Leviticus 14:18
Context — Cleansing from Skin Diseases
18The rest of the oil in his palm, the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed, to make atonement for him before the LORD.
19Then the priest is to sacrifice the sin offering and make atonement for the one to be cleansed from his uncleanness. After that, the priest shall slaughter the burnt offering 20and offer it on the altar, with the grain offering, to make atonement for him, and he will be clean.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 4:26 | He must burn all its fat on the altar, like the fat of the peace offerings; thus the priest will make atonement for that man’s sin, and he will be forgiven. |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 1:21–22 | Now it is God who establishes both us and you in Christ. He anointed us, placed His seal on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a pledge of what is to come. |
| 3 | Ephesians 1:17–18 | that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, |
| 4 | Exodus 29:7 | Then take the anointing oil and anoint him by pouring it on his head. |
| 5 | Leviticus 8:12 | He also poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron’s head and anointed him to consecrate him. |
| 6 | Leviticus 5:16 | Regarding any holy thing he has harmed, he must make restitution by adding a fifth of its value to it and giving it to the priest, who will make atonement on his behalf with the ram as a guilt offering, and he will be forgiven. |
| 7 | Leviticus 4:31 | Then he is to remove all the fat, just as it is removed from the peace offering, and the priest is to burn it on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. In this way the priest will make atonement for him, and he will be forgiven. |
Leviticus 14:18 Summary
[This verse is about a priest making someone clean and forgiven in God's eyes by putting special oil on their head. The oil is like a symbol of God's love and forgiveness, similar to what we see in Psalm 23:5. Just like the priest had to follow specific steps to cleanse the person, we too can follow God's plan for forgiveness and cleansing through Jesus Christ, as seen in Romans 5:1. By trusting in God's mercy and the sacrifice of Jesus, we can be made clean and right with God, and this is something we can reflect on and be thankful for every day.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the priest putting oil on the head of the one to be cleansed?
The oil represents the Holy Spirit's anointing and cleansing, as seen in Leviticus 14:18, and is a symbol of God's forgiveness and restoration, similar to what we see in Psalm 23:5 where God anoints our head with oil.
Why is atonement necessary for the one being cleansed?
Atonement is necessary because sin and uncleanness separate us from God, and the priest's actions in Leviticus 14:18 are a reminder that forgiveness and cleansing come through God's mercy and the shedding of blood, as stated in Hebrews 9:22.
How does this verse relate to our lives as believers today?
Although we do not practice the same rituals as the Israelites, the principle of atonement and cleansing remains, and we can apply this to our own lives by remembering that Jesus Christ is our High Priest who makes atonement for us before God, as seen in Hebrews 4:14-16 and Romans 5:1.
What is the purpose of the oil being put on specific parts of the body?
The oil being put on the right earlobe, thumb, and big toe, and finally the head, may symbolize the complete cleansing and dedication of the person to God, much like the concept of being a living sacrifice in Romans 12:1-2.
Reflection Questions
- What areas of my life need cleansing and atonement, and how can I apply the principle of Leviticus 14:18 to my own spiritual journey?
- How can I, like the priest, be a vessel for God's anointing and cleansing in the lives of those around me?
- In what ways can I remind myself daily of God's forgiveness and restoration, just as the oil on the head of the one to be cleansed served as a reminder?
- What does it mean for me to be 'clean' before the Lord, and how can I strive for that in my daily walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:18
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:18
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 14:18
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:18
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:18
Sermons on Leviticus 14:18
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God's Handbook on Holiness - Part 2 by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the offerings that were made in the tabernacle as described in the book of Leviticus. The tabernacle was a portable place of worship where sa |
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(Exodus) Exodus 30:22-27 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the concept of anointing as mentioned in 1st John 2:20. The anointing referred to here is the Holy Spirit, which enables believers to underst |
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Christ and Him Crucified by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the fellowship of believers and how it is shaped by our calling in Christ. The apostle Paul's experience in Corinth is used as an example. Pa |
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Receive Ye the Holy Ghost by William Seymour | William Seymour preaches about the importance of understanding the new birth as the first step in seeking the baptism with the Holy Ghost, which brings everlasting life and peace w |
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The Church - the Anointed Vessel by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the Church as the Anointed Vessel, highlighting the various expressions of the Holy Spirit's work, particularly the anointing. He ex |
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The Righteous Ennobled and Exalted by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches about the book of Job, emphasizing the importance of discerning between the opinions of man and the declarations of God within the text. He highlights the |
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The Meaning of "Kosmos" in John 3:16 by A.W. Pink | Greek Word Studies for aid_number 34614 delves into the concept of 'arrabon' as a pledge, which is the payment of part of a purchase price in advance, serving as a guarantee for th |







