Leviticus 2:9
Leviticus 2:9 in Multiple Translations
The priest is to remove the memorial portion from the grain offering and burn it on the altar as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
And the priest shall take from the meat offering a memorial thereof, and shall burn it upon the altar: it is an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
And the priest shall take up from the meal-offering the memorial thereof, and shall burn it upon the altar, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor unto Jehovah.
And he is to take from the meal offering a part, for a sign, burning it on the altar; an offering made by fire for a sweet smell to the Lord.
The priest is to take the ‘reminder part’ from the grain offering and burn it on the altar as a food offering, to be accepted by the Lord.
And the Priest shall take from the meate offring a memoriall of it, and shall burne it vpon the altar: for it is an oblation made by fire for a sweete sauour vnto the Lord.
and the priest hath lifted up from the present its memorial, and hath made perfume on the altar, a fire-offering of sweet fragrance to Jehovah;
The priest shall take from the meal offering its memorial, and shall burn it on the altar, an offering made by fire, of a pleasant aroma to the LORD.
And the priest shall take from the meat-offering a memorial of it, and shall burn it upon the altar: it is an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor to the LORD.
And when he hath offered it, he shall take a memorial out of the sacrifice, and burn it upon the altar for a sweet savour to the Lord.
He will take a part of it that will symbolize that all the offering belongs to Yahweh. He will burn that part on the altar, and the aroma as it burns will be pleasing to Yahweh.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 2:9
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Leviticus 2:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/הֵרִ֨ים
הַ/כֹּהֵ֤ן
מִן
הַ/מִּנְחָה֙
אֶת
אַזְכָּ֣רָתָ֔/הּ
וְ/הִקְטִ֖יר
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֑חָ/ה
אִשֵּׁ֛ה
רֵ֥יחַ
נִיחֹ֖חַ
לַ/יהוָֽה
וְ/הֵרִ֨ים
rûwm
H7311
to exalt
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
הַ/כֹּהֵ֤ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/מִּנְחָה֙
minchâh
H4503
offering
Art | N-fs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אַזְכָּ֣רָתָ֔/הּ
ʼazkârâh
H234
memorial
N-fs | Suff
וְ/הִקְטִ֖יר
qâṭar
H6999
to offer
Conj | V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֑חָ/ה
mizbêach
H4196
altar
Art | N-ms | Suff
אִשֵּׁ֛ה
ʼishshâh
H801
food offering
N-ms
רֵ֥יחַ
rêyach
H7381
aroma
N-ms
נִיחֹ֖חַ
nîychôwach
H5207
soothing
N-ms
לַ/יהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 2:9
וְ/הֵרִ֨ים
rûwm
H7311
"to exalt"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
This verb can mean to lift something or someone up, like a parent lifting a child, or to exalt oneself in pride. In the Bible, it's used to describe God lifting up the humble and bringing down the proud.
Definition: 1) to rise, rise up, be high, be lofty, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, be set on high 1a2) to be raised, be uplifted, be exalted 1a3) to be lifted, rise 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to raise or rear (children), cause to grow up 1b2) to lift up, raise, exalt 1b3) to exalt, extol 1c) (Polal) to be lifted up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to raise, lift, lift up, take up, set up, erect, exalt, set on high 1d2) to lift up (and take away), remove 1d3) to lift off and present, contribute, offer, contribute 1e) (Hophal) to be taken off, be abolished 1f) (Hithpolel) to exalt oneself, magnify oneself Aramaic equivalent: rum (רוּם "to rise" H7313)
Usage: Occurs in 184 OT verses. KJV: bring up, exalt (self), extol, give, go up, haughty, heave (up), (be, lift up on, make on, set up on, too) high(-er, one), hold up, levy, lift(-er) up, (be) lofty, ([idiom] a-) loud, mount up, offer (up), [phrase] presumptuously, (be) promote(-ion), proud, set up, tall(-er), take (away, off, up), breed worms. See also: Genesis 7:17; Psalms 46:11; Psalms 3:4.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֤ן
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.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
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/מִּנְחָה֙
minchâh
H4503
"offering"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for offering refers to a gift or donation, often given to God as a sacrifice. In Leviticus 2:1, it describes a grain offering. It can also mean tribute or present.
Definition: : offering/sacrifice 1) gift, tribute, offering, present, oblation, sacrifice, meat offering 1a) gift, present 1b) tribute 1c) offering (to God) 1d) grain offering
Usage: Occurs in 194 OT verses. KJV: gift, oblation, (meat) offering, present, sacrifice. See also: Genesis 4:3; Numbers 29:28; Psalms 20:4.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אַזְכָּ֣רָתָ֔/הּ
ʼazkârâh
H234
"memorial"
N-fs | Suff
A memorial or reminder, specifically a food offering burned to remember something, as described in Leviticus.
Definition: memorial-offering, the portion of the meal (food) offering which is burned
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: memorial. See also: Leviticus 2:2; Leviticus 5:12; Numbers 5:26.
וְ/הִקְטִ֖יר
qâṭar
H6999
"to offer"
Conj | V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
This word refers to the act of burning incense as an act of worship, often using a special altar. It involves turning something into a fragrant smoke, and is an important part of Old Testament rituals and sacrifices.
Definition: : burn v 1) to sacrifice, burn incense, burn sacrifices, make sacrifices smoke 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to make sacrifices smoke 1a2) to sacrifice 1b) (Pual) to smoke a sacrifice 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make sacrifices smoke 1c2) to cause incense to smoke, offer incense 1c3) to make smoke upon 1d) (Hophal) to be made to smoke
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: burn (incense, sacrifice) (upon), (altar for) incense, kindle, offer (incense, a sacrifice). See also: Exodus 29:13; 2 Kings 15:35; Isaiah 65:3.
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֑חָ/ה
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
Art | N-ms | Suff
An altar is a place of sacrifice, where offerings are made to God, as seen in the Bible's description of the tabernacle and temple. It was a central part of Israel's worship. The altar played a key role in the priestly rituals.
Definition: altar
Usage: Occurs in 338 OT verses. KJV: altar. See also: Genesis 8:20; Leviticus 7:2; 1 Kings 2:28.
אִשֵּׁ֛ה
ʼishshâh
H801
"food offering"
N-ms
An ishshah is a food offering or sacrifice given to God, often by fire or eaten by priests, as seen in various Bible translations.
Definition: food offering, offering given to God by fire or eaten by priests, sacrificial offering
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: (offering, sacrifice), (made) by fire. See also: Exodus 29:18; Leviticus 21:6; 1 Samuel 2:28.
רֵ֥יחַ
rêyach
H7381
"aroma"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to a pleasant aroma or fragrance, often associated with sacrifices to God. It is used in books like Leviticus and Numbers to describe the soothing smell of offerings, and appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) scent, fragrance, aroma, odour 1a) scent, odour 1b) odour of soothing (technical term for sacrifice to God) Aramaic equivalent: re.ach (רֵיחַ "smell" H7382)
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: savour, scent, smell. See also: Genesis 8:21; Numbers 15:14; Jeremiah 48:11.
נִיחֹ֖חַ
nîychôwach
H5207
"soothing"
N-ms
A soothing or pleasant feeling, like the peace that comes from trusting in God. In the Bible, it is used to describe the sweet smell of incense or the delight of being in God's presence.
Definition: soothing, quieting, tranquillising Aramaic equivalent: ni.cho.ach (נִיחוֹחַ "soothing" H5208)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: sweet (odour). See also: Genesis 8:21; Numbers 15:3; Ezekiel 20:41.
לַ/יהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Leviticus 2:9
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 2:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 2:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 2:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 2:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 2:9
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 2:9
- Sermons on Leviticus 2:9
Context — Laws for Grain Offerings
7If your offering is a grain offering cooked in a pan, it must consist of fine flour with oil.
8When you bring to the LORD the grain offering made in any of these ways, it is to be presented to the priest, and he shall take it to the altar.
9The priest is to remove the memorial portion from the grain offering and burn it on the altar as a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
10But the remainder of the grain offering shall belong to Aaron and his sons; it is a most holy part of the food offerings to the LORD. 11No grain offering that you present to the LORD may be made with leaven, for you are not to burn any leaven or honey as a food offering to the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leviticus 2:2 | and bring it to Aaron’s sons the priests. The priest shall take a handful of the flour and oil, together with all the frankincense, and burn this as a memorial portion on the altar, an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. |
| 2 | Philippians 4:18 | I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. |
| 3 | Leviticus 6:15 | The priest is to remove a handful of fine flour and olive oil, together with all the frankincense from the grain offering, and burn the memorial portion on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. |
| 4 | Ephesians 5:2 | and walk in love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant sacrificial offering to God. |
| 5 | Philippians 2:17 | But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. |
| 6 | Romans 15:16 | to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles in the priestly service of the gospel of God, so that the Gentiles might become an offering acceptable to God, sanctified by the Holy Spirit. |
| 7 | Exodus 29:18 | Then burn the entire ram on the altar; it is a burnt offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma, an offering made by fire to the LORD. |
| 8 | Zechariah 13:9 | This third I will bring through the fire; I will refine them like silver and test them like gold. They will call on My name, and I will answer them. I will say, ‘They are My people,’ and they will say, ‘The LORD is our God.’” |
| 9 | Isaiah 53:10 | 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. |
| 10 | Psalms 22:13–14 | They open their jaws against me like lions that roar and maul. I am poured out like water, and all my bones are disjointed. My heart is like wax; it melts away within me. |
Leviticus 2:9 Summary
In Leviticus 2:9, we see that the priest takes a part of the grain offering, called the memorial portion, and burns it on the altar as a gift to God. This shows that our offerings to God are a way of remembering and honoring Him. Just like the grain offering, our lives can be a pleasing aroma to God when we give Him our best and trust in His love and care (see Romans 12:1-2). By following God's instructions and giving Him our firstfruits, we can experience His delight and pleasure in our lives, just as the Israelites did in the Old Testament (see Deuteronomy 26:1-11).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the memorial portion in the grain offering?
The memorial portion represents the entirety of the offering, and by burning it, the priest symbolizes the acceptance of the whole offering by the Lord, as seen in Leviticus 2:9, similar to the concept of the firstfruits in Deuteronomy 26:1-11.
Why is the grain offering burned on the altar as an offering made by fire?
The burning of the grain offering on the altar signifies the pleasing aroma that rises to the Lord, symbolizing the worshiper's sacrifice and devotion, much like the burnt offerings in Leviticus 1:1-17, which also emphasize the importance of a pleasing aroma to the Lord.
How does the priest's role in removing the memorial portion relate to the worshiper's offering?
The priest's action of removing the memorial portion and burning it on the altar serves as a mediating role, bridging the worshiper's offering to the Lord's acceptance, highlighting the importance of priestly ministry in the Old Testament, as seen in Hebrews 5:1-6.
What is the significance of the Lord taking pleasure in the aroma of the grain offering?
The Lord's pleasure in the aroma of the grain offering, as stated in Leviticus 2:9, demonstrates His delight in the worshiper's sacrifice and obedience, pointing to the future fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ, who is our ultimate sacrifice and pleasing aroma to God, as seen in Ephesians 5:2.
Reflection Questions
- What does the concept of a 'memorial portion' teach me about the importance of remembering and honoring God in my daily life?
- How can I, like the priest, serve as a mediator or bridge between others and God, helping them to experience His acceptance and pleasure?
- In what ways can I offer my life and resources as a 'pleasing aroma' to the Lord, just like the grain offering in Leviticus 2:9?
- What are some areas in my life where I can apply the principle of giving God my 'firstfruits,' just as the Israelites did in their grain offerings, and trust in His provision and care?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 2:9
And the priest shall take from the meat offering a memorial thereof,.... That is, an handful of it; as of the fine flour, Leviticus 2:2 so of the pieces of that which was baked, whether in the oven,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 2:9
And if thy oblation be a meat offering baken in the fryingpan, it shall be made of fine flour with oil. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 2:9
Leviticus 2:9 And the priest shall take from the meat offering a memorial thereof, and shall burn [it] upon the altar: [it is] an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.Ver. 9. A memorial thereof.] Signifying the perpetual benefit of Christ’ s death to all believers.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 2:9
(9, 10) And the priest.—Leviticus 2:9-10, which conclude the law about the bloodless offerings, resume and expand the directions given in Leviticus 2:1-2.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 2:9
4–10. After the general description of Lev 2:1-3, three methods of preparing the Meal-Offering are specified. It may be (1) baken in the oven (Leviticus 2:4), or (2) on a flat plate (Leviticus 2:5, mg. of R.V. and A.V.), or (3) in a frying pan (Leviticus 2:7). In all cases the material is the same; fine flour and oil, and the priest is to treat it in the same way (Leviticus 2:9-10 repeat the directions of Lev 2:2-3).
Sermons on Leviticus 2:9
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
Philippians: The Joy of the Lord by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, Brother Stephen Kahn emphasizes the importance of rejoicing in the Lord always. He explains that the phrase "the Lord is near" refers to the present, rather than th |
|
A Sacrifice Like a Perfume by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of sacrificial giving and worshiping God with a fragrant aroma, focusing on the story of the widow's offering in Mark 12. It challenges believ |
|
The Contented and the Discontented Man by Geraint Fielder | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of contentment and its connection to the element of surprise. He shares the story of Michael Cassidy, a young man who had a remar |
|
Grow in the Gloom by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches on the concept of flourishing in the midst of darkness and challenges, drawing parallels between flowers that thrive in gloomy corners of a garden and sp |
|
Christians a Chosen Generation, a Royal Priesthood, a Holy Nation, a Peculiar People by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the significance of Christians being a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and a peculiar people. He emphasizes how believers are |
|
Whereby They Have Made Thee Glad. by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that the church and its people have the privilege of making the Savior glad through their love, praise, and acts of kindness. He acknowledges that while ou |
|
Spices for Christ's Grave by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller reflects on the poignant moment when Mary Magdalene and other women prepared spices for Jesus' body after His crucifixion, highlighting their deep love and devotion des |