Leviticus 14:26
Leviticus 14:26 in Multiple Translations
Then the priest is to pour some of the oil into his left palm
And the priest shall pour of the oil into the palm of his own left hand:
And the priest shall pour of the oil into the palm of his own left hand;
And the priest will put out some of the oil in the hollow of his left hand,
Then the priest will pour some of the olive oil into his left palm
Also the Priest shall powre of the oyle into the palme of his owne left hand.
and the priest doth pour of the oil on the left palm of the priest;
The priest shall pour some of the oil into the palm of his own left hand;
And the priest shall pour of the oil into the palm of his own left hand.
But he shall pour part of the oil into his own left hand,
Then the priest will pour some of the oil into the palm of his left hand,
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 14:26
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Leviticus 14:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִן
הַ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
יִצֹ֣ק
הַ/כֹּהֵ֑ן
עַל
כַּ֥ף
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
הַ/שְּׂמָאלִֽית
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
הַ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
Art | N-ms
יִצֹ֣ק
yâtsaq
H3332
to pour
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
הַ/כֹּהֵ֑ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
כַּ֥ף
kaph
H3709
palm
N-fs
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
הַ/שְּׂמָאלִֽית
sᵉmâʼlîy
H8042
left
Art | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 14:26
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
Art | 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.
יִצֹ֣ק
yâtsaq
H3332
"to pour"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to pour something out, like liquid or metal, and can also imply making something firm or hard. It's used in books like Isaiah 44:3 and Jeremiah 10:14.
Definition: : pour 1) to pour, flow, cast, pour out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pour, pour out 1a2) to cast 1a3) to flow 1b) (Hiphil) to pour, pour out 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be poured 1c2) cast, molten (participle) 1c3) being firmly established (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: cast, cleave fast, be (as) firm, grow, be hard, lay out, molten, overflow, pour (out), run out, set down, stedfast. See also: Genesis 28:18; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 41:9.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֑ן
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
כַּ֥ף
kaph
H3709
"palm"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to the palm of the hand, like in Exodus 29 where it describes the priest's hands being filled with offerings. It can also symbolize power or strength, like in Psalm 16. It's about the hand or its shape.
Definition: : palm/hand 1) palm, hand, sole, palm of the hand, hollow or flat of the hand 1a) palm, hollow or flat of the hand 1b) power 1c) sole (of the foot) 1d) hollow, objects, bending objects, bent objects 1d1) of thigh-joint 1d2) pan, vessel (as hollow) 1d3) hollow (of sling) 1d4) hand-shaped branches or fronds (of palm trees) 1d5) handles (as bent)
Usage: Occurs in 180 OT verses. KJV: branch, [phrase] foot, hand((-ful), -dle, (-led)), hollow, middle, palm, paw, power, sole, spoon. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Chronicles 6:13; Psalms 7:4.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֖ן
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
הַ/שְּׂמָאלִֽית
sᵉmâʼlîy
H8042
"left"
Art | Adj
This word describes something situated on the left side, referring to the left or left side, as translated in KJV.
Definition: left, left side, on the left
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: left. See also: Leviticus 14:15; 1 Kings 7:21; Ezekiel 4:4.
Study Notes — Leviticus 14:26
Show Verse Quote Highlights
Context — Cleansing from Skin Diseases
24The priest shall take the lamb for the guilt offering, along with the log of olive oil, and wave them as a wave offering before the LORD.
25And after he slaughters the lamb for the guilt offering, the priest is to take some of the blood of the guilt offering and put it on the right earlobe of the one to be cleansed, on the thumb of his right hand, and on the big toe of his right foot.
26Then the priest is to pour some of the oil into his left palm
27and sprinkle with his right forefinger some of the oil in his left palm seven times before the LORD. 28The priest shall also put some of the oil in his palm on the right earlobe of the one to be cleansed, on the thumb of his right hand, and on the big toe of his right foot—on the same places as the blood of the guilt offering.Leviticus 14:26 Summary
In Leviticus 14:26, the priest pours some of the oil into his left palm as part of the ritual for cleansing someone with a skin disease. This action is a symbolic step in the cleansing process, similar to the use of oil in other biblical rituals, such as the anointing of priests in Exodus 29:7. By following God's instructions carefully, the priest demonstrates the importance of obedience and trust in God's plan, which is a key theme throughout the Bible, including in Genesis 22:1-14 and 1 Peter 1:15-16. As we reflect on this verse, we can learn to trust in God's plan and follow His instructions, even when we do not fully understand the reasons behind them, and seek to become more holy and set apart for His purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the priest need to pour some of the oil into his left palm in Leviticus 14:26?
The priest poured some of the oil into his left palm as part of the ritual for cleansing someone with a skin disease, as described in Leviticus 14. This action was a symbolic step in the cleansing process, similar to the use of oil in other biblical rituals, such as the anointing of priests in Exodus 29:7 or the consecration of objects in Leviticus 8:10-12.
What is the significance of using the left palm in this ritual?
The use of the left palm may have been a deliberate choice to distinguish this action from other rituals, such as the application of blood to the right earlobe, thumb, and big toe in Leviticus 14:25. This distinction highlights the unique aspects of the cleansing ritual and the importance of following God's instructions carefully, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 12:32.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of cleansing and purification in Leviticus?
Leviticus 14:26 is part of a larger discussion on cleansing and purification, which is a central theme in the book of Leviticus. The use of oil in this verse, along with the application of blood and the sacrifices, demonstrates God's desire for His people to be holy and set apart, as stated in Leviticus 11:44-45 and reinforced in 1 Peter 1:15-16.
What can we learn from this verse about the importance of following God's instructions?
This verse teaches us that following God's instructions is crucial, even when we do not fully understand the reasons behind them. The priest's careful adherence to the ritual, including the pouring of oil into his left palm, demonstrates the importance of obedience and trust in God's plan, as seen in Genesis 22:1-14 and emphasized in John 14:15.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's plan and follow His instructions, even when I do not fully understand the reasons behind them?
- How can I apply the principles of cleansing and purification from Leviticus 14 to my own life, seeking to become more holy and set apart for God's purposes?
- What role does obedience play in my relationship with God, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of trust and surrender to His will?
- In what ways can I use everyday actions, like the priest's use of oil, to remind myself of God's presence and guidance in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:26
And the priest shall pour of the oil into the palm of his own left hand. [See comments on Leviticus 14:15].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:26
And if he be poor, and cannot get so much; then he shall take one lamb for a trespass offering to be waved, to make an atonement for him, and one tenth deal of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:26
(24-29) And the priest shall take the lamb.—The ritual for the poor man’s sacrifices, however, is the same as that which is prescribed for the rich man. The solemnity and imposing nature of the service is not diminished, as both rich and poor are alike in the presence of the Lord. Hence the directions in Leviticus 14:24-29 in connection with the humbler sacrifices are simply a repetition of those ordained in Leviticus 14:12-18, to be observed in the case of the more costly offerings.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 14:26
21–32. The poor man’s offerings. The Sin-Offering and Burnt-Offering are modified; birds may be brought as in Leviticus 1:14, Leviticus 5:7, and the amount of the Meal-Offering is reduced, but the Guilt-Offering remains the same; a further indication that this sacrifice is the most important feature of the rite.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:26
THE OF THE LEPER, Leviticus 14:1-32.Our position that the treatment of the leprosy was founded on ceremonial, rather than sanitary, grounds, is confirmed by the minute ritual required for the