Leviticus 2:14
Leviticus 2:14 in Multiple Translations
If you bring a grain offering of firstfruits to the LORD, you shall offer crushed heads of new grain roasted on the fire.
And if thou offer a meat offering of thy firstfruits unto the LORD, thou shalt offer for the meat offering of thy firstfruits green ears of corn dried by the fire, even corn beaten out of full ears.
And if thou offer a meal-offering of first-fruits unto Jehovah, thou shalt offer for the meal-offering of thy first-fruits grain in the ear parched with fire, bruised grain of the fresh ear.
And if you give a meal offering of first-fruits to the Lord, give, as your offering of first-fruits, new grain, made dry with fire, crushed new grain.
When you bring a grain offering of firstfruits to the Lord, offer crushed heads of new grain roasted on the fire.
If then thou offer a meate offring of thy first fruites vnto the Lord, thou shalt offer for thy meate offering of thy first fruites eares of corne dryed by the fire, and wheate beaten out of the greene eares.
'And if thou bring near a present of first-ripe [fruits] to Jehovah, — of green ears, roasted with fire, beaten out [corn] of a fruitful field thou dost bring near the present of thy first-ripe [fruits],
“‘If you offer a meal offering of first fruits to the LORD, you shall offer for the meal offering of your first fruits fresh heads of grain parched with fire and crushed.
And if thou shalt offer a meat-offering of thy first-fruits to the LORD, thou shalt offer for the meat-offering of thy first-fruits, green ears of corn dried by the fire, even corn beaten out of full ears.
But if thou offer a gift of the firstfruits of thy corn to the Lord, of the ears yet green, thou shalt dry it at the fire, and break it small like meal, and so shalt thou offer thy firstfruits to the Lord,
‘If you bring to Yahweh an offering of the first part of your harvest of grain, offer some new grain that has been crushed and roasted in a fire.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 2:14
Study Notes — Leviticus 2:14
- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 2:14 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 2:14
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 2:14
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 2:14
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 2:14
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
- Sermons on Leviticus 2:14
Context — Laws for Grain Offerings
14If you bring a grain offering of firstfruits to the LORD, you shall offer crushed heads of new grain roasted on the fire.
15And you are to put oil and frankincense on it; it is a grain offering. 16The priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as a food offering to the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 23:10 | “Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘When you enter the land that I am giving you and you reap its harvest, you are to bring to the priest a sheaf of the firstfruits of your harvest. |
| 2 | Malachi 1:11 | For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts. |
| 3 | Numbers 28:2 | “Command the Israelites and say to them: See that you present to Me at its appointed time the food for My offerings by fire, as a pleasing aroma to Me. |
| 4 | 1 Corinthians 15:20 | But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. |
| 5 | Revelation 14:4 | These are the ones who have not been defiled with women, for they are virgins. They follow the Lamb wherever He goes. They have been redeemed from among men as firstfruits to God and to the Lamb. |
| 6 | Isaiah 53:2–10 | He grew up before Him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of dry ground. He had no stately form or majesty to attract us, no beauty that we should desire Him. He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not. Surely He took on our infirmities and carried our sorrows; yet we considered Him stricken by God, struck down and afflicted. But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all. He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. By oppression and judgment He was taken away, and who can recount His descendants? For He was cut off from the land of the living; He was stricken for the transgression of My people. He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in His death, although He had done no violence, nor was any deceit in His mouth. Yet it was the LORD’s will to crush Him and to cause Him to suffer; and when His soul is made a guilt offering, He will see His offspring, He will prolong His days, and the good pleasure of the LORD will prosper in His hand. |
| 7 | Proverbs 3:9–10 | Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your harvest; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine. |
| 8 | Genesis 4:3 | So in the course of time, Cain brought some of the fruit of the soil as an offering to the LORD, |
| 9 | Leviticus 23:14–17 | You must not eat any bread or roasted or new grain until the very day you have brought this offering to your God. This is to be a permanent statute for the generations to come, wherever you live. From the day after the Sabbath, the day you brought the sheaf of the wave offering, you are to count off seven full weeks. You shall count off fifty days until the day after the seventh Sabbath, and then present an offering of new grain to the LORD. Bring two loaves of bread from your dwellings as a wave offering, each made from two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour, baked with leaven, as the firstfruits to the LORD. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 26:2 | you are to take some of the firstfruits of all your produce from the soil of the land that the LORD your God is giving you and put them in a basket. Then go to the place the LORD your God will choose as a dwelling for His Name, |
Leviticus 2:14 Summary
[This verse is talking about a special kind of offering called a grain offering, where people would bring the first and best of their harvest to God as a way of saying thank you. This is similar to what we see in Deuteronomy 26:1-11, where the Israelites were instructed to bring their firstfruits to the Lord. The grain was roasted on the fire to make it a pleasing sacrifice to God, and it reminds us that everything we have comes from Him. By following God's instructions, like the Israelites did in Leviticus 2:14, we can show our love and gratitude for all He does for us, just as we're encouraged to do in Romans 12:1-2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of bringing a grain offering of firstfruits to the Lord?
Bringing a grain offering of firstfruits to the Lord is a way of acknowledging His provision and expressing gratitude for the harvest, as seen in Leviticus 2:14 and Deuteronomy 26:1-11. This act of worship demonstrates our dependence on God and our recognition of His blessings.
Why are the heads of new grain roasted on the fire in this offering?
The roasting of the heads of new grain on the fire symbolizes the purification and dedication of the offering to the Lord, much like the refining process described in Malachi 3:2-3. This process prepares the offering to be a pleasing sacrifice to God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of firstfruits in the New Testament?
The concept of firstfruits in Leviticus 2:14 is later applied to the resurrection of Jesus Christ in 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, where He is described as the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. This connection highlights the ultimate fulfillment of God's plan of redemption through Christ.
What can we learn from the specificity of the instructions in this verse?
The detailed instructions in Leviticus 2:14 demonstrate the importance of obedience and attention to detail in our worship and service to the Lord, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 12:32 and Revelation 22:18-19. This attention to detail reflects our reverence and love for God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can apply the principle of offering my firstfruits to the Lord in my daily life, whether through my time, talents, or resources?
- How can I cultivate a heart of gratitude and recognition of God's provision in my life, just as the Israelites did through their grain offerings?
- In what ways can I surrender my 'firstfruits' to the Lord, allowing Him to refine and purify me for His purposes, as described in Romans 12:1-2?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of following God's instructions and guidelines in my worship and service to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 2:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 2:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 2:14
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 2:14
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 2:14
Sermons on Leviticus 2:14
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The Feasts of Jehovah 01 the Sabbath by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the speaker provides an outline of the book of Leviticus and its spiritual application to our lives today. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding th |
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The Wave-Sheaf Typical of Christ. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on the significance of the Wave-Sheaf as a type of Christ, illustrating how the rituals of the Jewish feasts foreshadowed Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. H |
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(The Glory of God) in Missions by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of participating in the Great Commission, which is the command given by Jesus to spread the gospel to all nations. The speaker |
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(Pure Testimony) the Burning Bush by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the purpose of the conference as a time for teaching and consolidation for those who have already come to the Lord. The focus is on meeting w |
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Outpouring in Papua New Guinea (Part 1) by David Sitton | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the challenges of reaching remote and unreached people groups with the gospel. He describes the difficult journey of missionaries through the |
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The Compelling Crescendo Through Indigenous Missions by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not letting religion become a mere tradition. He warns against worship that God does not receive and urges listeners to be |
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What Am I Doing Here by Jenny Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares a historical story of a young leader who faced a much larger army. The young leader demonstrated his unwavering determination and loyalty by comm |






