Leviticus 14:29
Leviticus 14:29 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 rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put upon the head of him that is to be cleansed, to 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, to make atonement for him before Jehovah.
And the rest of the oil which is in the priest's hand he will put on the head of him who is to be made clean, to take away his 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 ye rest of the oyle that is in the Priests hand, he shall put vpon the head of him that is to be clensed, to make an atonement for him before the Lord.
and the remnant of the oil which [is] on the palm of the priest he doth put on the head of him who is to be cleansed, to make 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, to make 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, to make an atonement for him before the LORD.
And the other part of the oil that is in his left hand, he shall pour upon the head of the purified person, that he may appease the Lord for him.
He must put the rest of the oil that is in his hand on the head of the person who has been healed of a skin disease, to indicate that I have forgiven him for having sinned.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 14:29
Study Notes — Leviticus 14:29
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- Leviticus 14:29 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:29
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 14:29
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:29
- Sermons on Leviticus 14:29
Context — Cleansing from Skin Diseases
29The 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.
30Then he must sacrifice the turtledoves or young pigeons, whichever he can afford, 31one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering, together with the grain offering. In this way the priest will make atonement before the LORD for the one to be cleansed.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 14:18 | 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. |
| 2 | 1 John 2:1–2 | My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate before the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He Himself is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. |
| 3 | Exodus 30:15–16 | In making the offering to the LORD to atone for your lives, the rich shall not give more than a half shekel, nor shall the poor give less. Take the atonement money from the Israelites and use it for the service of the Tent of Meeting. It will serve as a memorial for the Israelites before the LORD to make atonement for your lives.” |
| 4 | John 17:19 | For them I sanctify Myself, so that they too may be sanctified by the truth. |
| 5 | 1 John 5:6 | This is the One who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ—not by water alone, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who testifies to this, because the Spirit is the truth. |
| 6 | Leviticus 14:20 | and offer it on the altar, with the grain offering, to make atonement for him, and he will be clean. |
Leviticus 14:29 Summary
[Leviticus 14:29 shows us how, in the Old Testament, people were cleansed from their sins through a special ritual involving oil and the mediation of a priest. The priest would put the rest of the oil on the head of the person to make atonement for them before the Lord, symbolizing God's cleansing and anointing. This points to the greater cleansing and atonement Jesus would later provide, as seen in Hebrews 10:22, where believers are called to approach God with clean hearts. Through faith in Jesus, we are cleansed and anointed by God, enabling us to live a life pleasing to Him, as encouraged in Romans 12:1.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the oil being put on the head of the one to be cleansed in Leviticus 14:29?
The oil represents the Holy Spirit's anointing and cleansing, as seen in other passages like Exodus 29:7, where the high priest is anointed with oil to symbolize his consecration to God's service.
Why did the priest have to put oil on specific parts of the person's body before putting the rest on their head?
The oil was applied to the right earlobe, thumb, and big toe to symbolize the cleansing of the person's senses, actions, and walk, as the priest had done with the blood of the guilt offering, demonstrating the comprehensive nature of God's atonement (Leviticus 14:28).
How does this ritual relate to our lives as believers today?
While we do not practice this exact ritual, the concept of atonement and cleansing is still central to our faith, as seen in Hebrews 10:22, where we are called to approach God with hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and bodies washed with pure water.
What role does the priest play in the cleansing process described in Leviticus 14:29?
The priest acts as a mediator between God and the person being cleansed, applying the oil to make atonement, highlighting the importance of spiritual leadership and the role of intermediaries in the Old Testament, which ultimately points to Jesus Christ as our High Priest and Mediator (1 Timothy 2:5).
Reflection Questions
- What does the act of the priest putting oil on the head of the one to be cleansed teach me about God's desire to cleanse and restore me?
- How can I, like the person in Leviticus 14:29, humble myself and allow God to anoint and cleanse me?
- In what ways can I, in my daily life, symbolically apply the principles of cleansing and atonement, making my heart, actions, and walk right before God?
- How does understanding the ritual of cleansing in Leviticus 14:29 deepen my appreciation for the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and the atonement He provided for all believers?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 14:29
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 14:29
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 14:29
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 14:29
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 14:29
Sermons on Leviticus 14:29
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Repent, Repent, Repent by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preparing for the final judgment. He mentions preaching for three and a half hours on the judgment seat and expresses his |
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A Man After God's Own Heart by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the destructive power of jealousy and its condemnation in the eyes of God. He uses the story of David and his enemy to illustrate how jealou |
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Knowing God by Anne Graham Lotz | The video is a sermon on the topic of knowing God, with four main points. The first point is that knowing God begins with a personal experience with Jesus Christ, as stated in 1 Jo |
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When the Godly Fall by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on James 4, emphasizing the urgency of getting right with God. He appeals to the listeners to take action immediately and not delay. He shares |
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(A Heavenly Church) 4. the Faith of Jesus by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the rarity of true faith and love in today's world, referencing Luke 18:8, where Jesus questions if He will find faith on earth upon His return. He critiques |
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True Success by George W. Truett | In this sermon, the preacher reassures the audience that God will be with them throughout their lives, even in the face of death. He promises to make their path beautiful and fill |
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Perfect Love Casteth Out Fear by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker uses a metaphor of a man falling in a storm to illustrate how Christians often respond to failure. He emphasizes that when Christians fall, they should |





