Leviticus 3:12
Leviticus 3:12 in Multiple Translations
If one’s offering is a goat, he is to present it before the LORD.
¶ And if his offering be a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD.
And if his oblation be a goat, then he shall offer it before Jehovah:
And if his offering is a goat, then let it be placed before the Lord,
If your offering is a goat, you are to present it before the Lord.
Also if his offring be a goate, then shall he offer it before the Lord,
'And if his offering [is] a goat, then he hath brought it near before Jehovah,
“‘If his offering is a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD.
And if his offering shall be a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD.
If his offering be a goat, and he offer it to the Lord,
‘If your offering is a goat, you must take/present it to Yahweh.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 3:12
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Leviticus 3:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אִ֥ם
עֵ֖ז
קָרְבָּנ֑/וֹ
וְ/הִקְרִיב֖/וֹ
לִ/פְנֵ֥י
יְהוָֽה
וְ/אִ֥ם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
עֵ֖ז
ʻêz
H5795
goat
N-fs
קָרְבָּנ֑/וֹ
qorbân
H7133
offering
N-ms | Suff
וְ/הִקְרִיב֖/וֹ
qârab
H7126
to present
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms | Suff
לִ/פְנֵ֥י
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 3:12
וְ/אִ֥ם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj | Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
עֵ֖ז
ʻêz
H5795
"goat"
N-fs
Refers to a female goat, often translated as she-goat or kid, and is also related to goat's hair in the Bible.
Definition: female goat, she-goat, goat, kid Aramaic equivalent: ez (עֵז "goat" H5796)
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: (she) goat, kid. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 7:58; Proverbs 27:27.
קָרְבָּנ֑/וֹ
qorbân
H7133
"offering"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to an offering or sacrifice brought near to the altar, and is used in the Bible to describe the sacrifices made by the Israelites. In Leviticus 1:2, it describes the burnt offering presented to God.
Definition: offering, oblation Also means: qur.ban (קֻרְבָּן "offering" H7133B)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: oblation, that is offered, offering. See also: Leviticus 1:2; Numbers 7:3; Ezekiel 40:43.
וְ/הִקְרִיב֖/וֹ
qârab
H7126
"to present"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms | Suff
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
לִ/פְנֵ֥י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
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 3:12
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 3:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 3:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 3:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 3:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 3:12
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 3:12
- Sermons on Leviticus 3:12
Context — Laws for Peace Offerings
10both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys.
11Then the priest is to burn them on the altar as food, a food offering to the LORD.
12If one’s offering is a goat, he is to present it before the LORD.
13He must lay his hand on its head and slaughter it in front of the Tent of Meeting. Then Aaron’s sons shall splatter its blood on all sides of the altar. 14And from his offering he shall present a food offering to the LORD: the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 9:15 | Aaron then presented the people’s offering. He took the male goat for the people’s sin offering, slaughtered it, and offered it for sin like the first one. |
| 2 | Isaiah 53:2 | 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. |
| 3 | 2 Corinthians 5:21 | God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. |
| 4 | Matthew 25:32–33 | All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left. |
| 5 | Leviticus 1:10 | If, however, one’s offering is a burnt offering from the flock—from the sheep or goats—he is to present an unblemished male. |
| 6 | Romans 8:3 | For what the law was powerless to do in that it was weakened by the flesh, God did by sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful man, as an offering for sin. He thus condemned sin in the flesh, |
| 7 | Leviticus 1:2 | “Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When any of you brings an offering to the LORD, you may bring as your offering an animal from the herd or the flock. |
| 8 | Leviticus 3:1 | “If one’s offering is a peace offering and he offers an animal from the herd, whether male or female, he must present it without blemish before the LORD. |
| 9 | Leviticus 1:6 | Next, he is to skin the burnt offering and cut it into pieces. |
| 10 | Isaiah 53:6 | 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. |
Leviticus 3:12 Summary
This verse is talking about a special kind of offering that the Israelites would give to God, where they would bring a goat to the temple and present it to the Lord. This was a way of showing their love and gratitude to God, and it's similar to how we might give offerings to God today, such as tithing or volunteering our time (see Malachi 3:10 and Matthew 25:31-46). The idea is that everything we have belongs to God, and when we give to Him, we're just giving back what's already His. By presenting the goat to the Lord, the Israelites were acknowledging God's ownership and control over all aspects of their lives, and we can do the same by presenting our lives and resources to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of offering is being described in Leviticus 3:12?
The offering being described in Leviticus 3:12 is a goat, which is to be presented before the Lord, similar to other offerings described in Leviticus, such as the peace offering in Leviticus 3:1-17, which includes the offering of a goat as seen in this specific verse.
Why did the person have to present the goat before the Lord?
The person had to present the goat before the Lord as an act of worship and dedication, as seen in other scriptures such as Deuteronomy 12:5-7, where the Israelites were instructed to bring their offerings to the place the Lord would choose, and in this context, presenting the goat before the Lord was a way of giving it to Him and acknowledging His lordship over all aspects of life.
Is this type of offering still applicable today?
While the specific details of the offering in Leviticus 3:12 are part of the Old Testament sacrificial system, the principle of presenting ourselves and our resources to the Lord as an act of worship is still relevant today, as seen in Romans 12:1-2, where we are instructed to present our bodies as a living sacrifice to God, and in 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, where we are encouraged to give generously to the Lord's work.
How does this verse relate to the concept of sacrifice in the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger theme of sacrifice in the Bible, which ultimately points to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, as described in John 1:29 and other passages, where Jesus is seen as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, and our offerings and sacrifices are a response to His sacrifice and a way of expressing our gratitude and love for Him.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'present' something to the Lord, and how can I apply this concept to my own life and worship?
- In what ways can I offer myself to the Lord, just as the Israelites offered their goats and other animals?
- How does the idea of presenting an offering to the Lord relate to my own sense of gratitude and thankfulness to God?
- What are some ways that I can practically present my resources and abilities to the Lord as an act of worship, just as the Israelites presented their offerings?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 3:12
And if his offering be a goat,.... As it might be, and which also was of the flock: then he shall offer it before the Lord; in the same place and manner as the bullock and the lamb, Leviticus 3:1
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 3:12
And if his offering be a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD. If his offering be a goat.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 3:12
(12-15) And if his offering be a goat.—The directions about the goat as a peace offering are the same as those about an ox. No mention of male or female is here made, because this point is already stated in Leviticus 3:6. Unlike the burnt offering (Leviticus 1:10), the goat is here separated from the sheep because of the difference in the oblation, arising from the broad tail of the sheep, which does not exist in the goat.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 3:12
Verse 12. A goat] Implying the whole species, he-goat, she-goat, and kid, as we have already seen.
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 3:12
See Leviticus 1:10 note. Birds were not accepted as peace-offerings, most probably because they were, by themselves, insufficient to make up a sacrificial meal.
Sermons on Leviticus 3:12
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(Exodus) Exodus 26:1-14 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the different coverings of the tabernacle in the Bible. The first covering, made of fine twine and linen, represents the b |
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Christmas Talk by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the simplicity of receiving Jesus into one's heart. He compares it to the busy Christmas season, where people are focused on material things |
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The Arm of the Lord - Part 2 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking God's verdict on our lives rather than relying on the opinions of others or our own judgments. He encourages listen |
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Hold Fast to That Which You Have by John Follette | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the symbolism of a betrothal between the bride and the bridegroom, relating it to our relationship with Christ. He emphasizes the importance o |
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Ger-02 Israel's Coming Calamity by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of Jacob's trouble, a time of great tribulation that will affect all nations. The speaker emphasizes that no nation will be exempt |
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The Israel of God - Part 5 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the essential apprenticeship unto the kingdom of God. He focuses on the significance of Jesus choosing twelve disciples, highlighting the dive |
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(Church Leadership) 14. the Way of the Cross by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of following Jesus and taking up the cross. He highlights how Jesus faced constant hostility and was willing to shed his blood |