Leviticus 22:29

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Leviticus 22:29 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

When you sacrifice a thank offering to the LORD, offer it so that it may be acceptable on your behalf.

King James Version KJV

And when ye will offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving unto the LORD, offer it at your own will.

American Standard Version ASV

And when ye sacrifice a sacrifice of thanksgiving unto Jehovah, ye shall sacrifice it that ye may be accepted.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And when you make an offering of praise to the Lord, make it in a way which is pleasing to him.

Free Bible Version FBV

When you present a thank offering to the Lord, make sure to do so in a way that it will be accepted on your behalf.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

So when ye will offer a thanke offring vnto the Lord, ye shall offer willingly.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

'And when ye sacrifice a sacrifice of thanksgiving to Jehovah, at your pleasure ye do sacrifice,

World English Bible WEB

“When you sacrifice a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the LORD, you shall sacrifice it so that you may be accepted.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And when ye will offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the LORD, offer it at your own will.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

If you immolate a victim for thanksgiving to the Lord, that he may be favourable,

Translation for Translators T4T

“Then you sacrifice an animal to thank me for what I have done, sacrifice it in a way that is acceptable to me.

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Leviticus 22:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/כִֽי תִזְבְּח֥וּ זֶֽבַח תּוֹדָ֖ה לַ/יהוָ֑ה לִֽ/רְצֹנְ/כֶ֖ם תִּזְבָּֽחוּ

וְ/כִֽי kîy H3588 for Conj | Conj

תִזְבְּח֥וּ zâbach H2076 to sacrifice V-Qal-Imperf-2mp

זֶֽבַח zebach H2077 sacrifice N-ms

תּוֹדָ֖ה tôwdâh H8426 thanksgiving N-fs

לַ/יהוָ֑ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord Prep | N-proper

לִֽ/רְצֹנְ/כֶ֖ם râtsôwn H7522 acceptance Prep | N-ms | Suff

תִּזְבָּֽחוּ zâbach H2076 to sacrifice V-Qal-Imperf-2mp

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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 22:29

וְ/כִֽי kîy H3588 "for" Conj | Conj

A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.

Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore

Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.

תִזְבְּח֥וּ zâbach H2076 "to sacrifice" V-Qal-Imperf-2mp

To sacrifice means to slaughter an animal, usually for a religious offering, as seen in the Bible's instructions for worship. This term is used in many contexts, including sacrifices for eating or in divine judgment. It's often translated as 'kill' or 'offer' in the KJV.

Definition: 1) to slaughter, kill, sacrifice, slaughter for sacrifice 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to slaughter for sacrifice 1a2) to slaughter for eating 1a3) to slaughter in divine judgment 1b) (Piel) to sacrifice, offer sacrifice Aramaic equivalent: de.vach (דְּבַח "to sacrifice" H1684)

Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: kill, offer, (do) sacrifice, slay. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Kings 8:62; Psalms 4:6.

זֶֽבַח zebach H2077 "sacrifice" N-ms

A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.

Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering

Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.

תּוֹדָ֖ה tôwdâh H8426 "thanksgiving" N-fs

This Hebrew word means thanksgiving or praise, often in the form of worship or a song. It appears in Psalm 100:1, a call to worship God with thanksgiving. The Israelites used it to express gratitude to God.

Definition: 1) confession, praise, thanksgiving 1a) give praise to God 1b) thanksgiving in songs of liturgical worship, hymn of praise 1c) thanksgiving choir or procession or line or company 1d) thank-offering, sacrifice of thanksgiving 1e) confession

Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: confession, (sacrifice of) praise, thanks(-giving, offering). See also: Leviticus 7:12; Psalms 50:23; Psalms 26:7.

לַ/יהוָ֑ה 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.

לִֽ/רְצֹנְ/כֶ֖ם râtsôwn H7522 "acceptance" Prep | N-ms | Suff

This Hebrew word refers to acceptance or delight, often used to describe God's pleasure or favor. It appears in Psalms and Isaiah, highlighting God's goodwill towards us. This word is about taking pleasure in something.

Definition: 1) pleasure, delight, favour, goodwill, acceptance, will 1a) goodwill, favour 1b) acceptance 1c) will, desire, pleasure, self-will

Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: (be) acceptable(-ance, -ed), delight, desire, favour, (good) pleasure, (own, self, voluntary) will, as...(what) would. See also: Genesis 49:6; Psalms 145:16; Psalms 5:13.

תִּזְבָּֽחוּ zâbach H2076 "to sacrifice" V-Qal-Imperf-2mp

Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: kill, offer, (do) sacrifice, slay. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Kings 8:62; Psalms 4:6.

Study Notes — Leviticus 22:29

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Leviticus 22:29 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 22:29
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 22:29
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29
Sermons on Leviticus 22:29

Context — Worthy Offerings

27“When an ox, a sheep, or a goat is born, it must remain with its mother for seven days. From the eighth day on, it will be acceptable as a food offering presented to the LORD. 28But you must not slaughter an ox or a sheep on the same day as its young.

29When you sacrifice a thank offering to the LORD, offer it so that it may be acceptable on your behalf.

30It must be eaten that same day. Do not leave any of it until morning. I am the LORD. 31You are to keep My commandments and practice them. I am the LORD.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Psalms 116:17	I will offer to You a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD.
2	Psalms 107:22	Let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving and declare His works with rejoicing.
3	Amos 4:5	Offer leavened bread as a thank offering, and loudly proclaim your freewill offerings. For that is what you children of Israel love to do,” declares the Lord GOD.
4	Hosea 14:2	Bring your confessions and return to the LORD. Say to Him: “Take away all our iniquity and receive us graciously, that we may present the fruit of our lips.
5	Hebrews 13:15	Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name.
6	1 Peter 2:5	you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.
7	Leviticus 7:12–15	If he offers it in thanksgiving, then along with the sacrifice of thanksgiving he shall offer unleavened cakes mixed with olive oil, unleavened wafers coated with oil, and well-kneaded cakes of fine flour mixed with oil. Along with his peace offering of thanksgiving he is to present an offering with cakes of leavened bread. From the cakes he must present one portion of each offering as a contribution to the LORD. It belongs to the priest who sprinkles the blood of the peace offering. The meat of the sacrifice of his peace offering of thanksgiving must be eaten on the day he offers it; none of it may be left until morning.

Leviticus 22:29 Summary

Leviticus 22:29 teaches us that when we want to thank God for something, we should do it in a way that is pleasing to Him. This means being careful to follow His instructions and do things His way, just like the Israelites were supposed to do with their sacrifices. As Christians, we can apply this principle by making sure our worship and lives are centered on God and His Word, as seen in passages like Colossians 3:17 and Romans 12:1-2. By doing so, we can express our gratitude to God in a way that is acceptable and pleasing to Him.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of a thank offering in the Bible?

A thank offering is a sacrifice made to express gratitude to God for His blessings, as seen in Leviticus 22:29, and is also mentioned in other passages like Psalm 100:4, which encourages us to enter God's gates with thanksgiving.

How does this verse relate to the concept of acceptable worship?

This verse emphasizes the importance of offering sacrifices in a way that is acceptable to God, highlighting the need for obedience to His commands, as also seen in Deuteronomy 12:11 and Hebrews 12:28-29.

What does it mean for an offering to be 'acceptable on your behalf'?

An offering being acceptable on one's behalf means that it is pleasing to God and can bring about a sense of forgiveness and restoration, as seen in the context of the Leviticus 22:29 and supported by Romans 12:1-2, which talks about offering our bodies as living sacrifices to God.

How does the concept of thank offerings apply to Christians today?

While the specific practice of thank offerings is part of the Old Testament sacrificial system, the principle of expressing gratitude to God through our worship and lives is still relevant today, as seen in passages like 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and 1 Corinthians 10:31.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways I can express my gratitude to God in my daily life, and how can I make sure my worship is acceptable to Him?
How can I balance the desire to give thanks to God with the need to ensure that my actions and heart are pure before Him?
In what ways can I apply the principle of offering sacrifices that are acceptable to God in my own life, even if it's not through the Old Testament system?
What role does obedience to God's commands play in making my worship and thanksgiving acceptable to Him?

Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 22:29

And when ye will offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving unto the Lord,.... Which was a sort of peace offering, distinct from freewill offerings and vows before spoken of: offer [it] at your own will; just

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29

i.e. What and when you please, so the rules be observed: or, for your acceptance, as , i.e. in such manner that God may accept it, i.e. regularly, cheerfully, &c.

Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29

Leviticus 22:29 And when ye will offer a sacrifice of thanksgiving unto the LORD, offer [it] at your own will.Ver. 29. Offer it at your own will.] God strains upon no man. Virtus nolentium nulla est.

Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29

(29) Offer it at your own will.—Better, offer it for your acceptance. (See Leviticus 22:19.) That is, offer it in such a manner that it should be accepted. (For this kind of offering, see Leviticus 7:15-16.)

Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 22:29

29. A sacrifice of thanksgiving, co-ordinated here with the other two species classified elsewhere under Peace-Offering. See on Leviticus 22:23.

Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 22:29

, Leviticus 22:29-33. 29. A sacrifice of thanksgiving — See Leviticus 7:12-15, notes. At your own will — For your own acceptance. See Leviticus 22:19, note.

Sermons on Leviticus 22:29

	Sermon	Description
	Thanksgiving by Lewis Sperry Chafer	Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that true thanksgiving is a heartfelt expression of gratitude for benefits received, highlighting its personal nature and the inability for others to
	Thanksgiving Time! by David Wilkerson	David Wilkerson shares a powerful message on the importance of thanksgiving, especially during times of personal trials and burdens. He recounts a moment of despair when the Holy S
	What Do You Do When You're Overwhelmed? by David Wilkerson	David Wilkerson shares his personal struggle with feeling overwhelmed and at the end of his rope, expressing his frustrations to God. In a moment of despair, the Holy Spirit prompt
	The Abiding Anointing by Stanley H. Frodsham	Stanley H. Frodsham preaches about the abiding anointing of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of praise as a spiritual sacrifice and the need to offer thanksgiving to God
	Grain Offering - Leviticus 2 by Jacob Prasch	In this sermon, the speaker discusses his visit to the Airport Vineyard Church in Toronto and expresses his shock at the extreme and unscriptural practices he witnessed there. He e
	A Message for America and Its Cultural Religion by Carter Conlon	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of understanding the times we live in and the need for spiritual discernment. He mentions a gathering of churches in New York
	Prayer by J.C. Ryle	J.C. Ryle emphasizes the paramount importance of prayer in the life of a Christian, asserting that it is essential for salvation and a hallmark of true faith. He argues that prayer