Leviticus 4:16
Leviticus 4:16 in Multiple Translations
Then the anointed priest is to bring some of the bull’s blood into the Tent of Meeting,
And the priest that is anointed shall bring of the bullock’s blood to the tabernacle of the congregation:
And the anointed priest shall bring of the blood of the bullock to the tent of meeting:
And the priest is to take some of its blood to the Tent of meeting;
Then the high priest shall take some of the bull's blood into the Tent of Meeting.
Then the Priest that is anointed, shall bring of the bullockes blood into the Tabernacle of the Congregation,
'And the priest who is anointed hath brought in of the blood of the bullock unto the tent of meeting,
The anointed priest shall bring some of the blood of the bull to the Tent of Meeting.
And the priest that is anointed shall bring of the bullock's blood to the tabernacle of the congregation:
The priest that is anointed shall carry of the blood into the tabernacle of the testimony.
Then the Supreme [MTY] Priest must take some of that blood into the Sacred Tent.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 4:16
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Leviticus 4:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הֵבִ֛יא
הַ/כֹּהֵ֥ן
הַ/מָּשִׁ֖יחַ
מִ/דַּ֣ם
הַ/פָּ֑ר
אֶל
אֹ֖הֶל
מוֹעֵֽד
וְ/הֵבִ֛יא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
הַ/כֹּהֵ֥ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
הַ/מָּשִׁ֖יחַ
mâshîyach
H4899
anointed
Art | N-ms
מִ/דַּ֣ם
dâm
H1818
blood
Prep | N-ms
הַ/פָּ֑ר
par
H6499
bullock
Art | N-ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אֹ֖הֶל
ʼôhel
H168
tent
N-ms
מוֹעֵֽד
môwʻêd
H4150
meeting
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 4:16
וְ/הֵבִ֛יא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֥ן
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.
הַ/מָּשִׁ֖יחַ
mâshîyach
H4899
"anointed"
Art | N-ms
Messiah means anointed one, referring to a king, priest, or the Messiah in the Bible. It describes someone set apart for a special purpose. The term is used in the Old Testament to describe kings and priests, and in the New Testament to describe Jesus.
Definition: 1) anointed, anointed one 1a) of the Messiah, Messianic prince 1b) of the king of Israel 1c) of the high priest of Israel 1d) of Cyrus 1e) of the patriarchs as anointed kings
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: anointed, Messiah. See also: Leviticus 4:3; 2 Samuel 22:51; Psalms 2:2.
מִ/דַּ֣ם
dâm
H1818
"blood"
Prep | N-ms
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
הַ/פָּ֑ר
par
H6499
"bullock"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word means a young bull or ox, often used as a sacrifice in the Bible. In Exodus, a bullock is used as an offering to God. The word describes a strong and powerful animal.
Definition: young bull, steer, bullock
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] young) bull(-ock), calf, ox. See also: Genesis 32:16; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 22:13.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אֹ֖הֶל
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
מוֹעֵֽד
môwʻêd
H4150
"meeting"
N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a meeting or appointed time, often for a sacred season or festival, like the tent of meeting in Exodus. It can also mean an assembly or congregation. In the Bible, it is used to describe the Israelites' gatherings and celebrations.
Definition: : meeting 1) appointed place, appointed time, meeting 1a) appointed time 1a1) appointed time (general) 1a2) sacred season, set feast, appointed season 1b) appointed meeting 1c) appointed place 1d) appointed sign or signal 1e) tent of meeting
Usage: Occurs in 213 OT verses. KJV: appointed (sign, time), (place of, solemn) assembly, congregation, (set, solemn) feast, (appointed, due) season, solemn(-ity), synogogue, (set) time (appointed). See also: Genesis 1:14; Numbers 4:31; Psalms 74:4.
Study Notes — Leviticus 4:16
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- Leviticus 4:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 4:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 4:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 4:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 4:16
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 4:16
- Sermons on Leviticus 4:16
Context — Laws for Sin Offerings
14when they become aware of the sin they have committed, then the assembly must bring a young bull as a sin offering and present it before the Tent of Meeting.
15The elders of the congregation are to lay their hands on the bull’s head before the LORD, and it shall be slaughtered before the LORD.
16Then the anointed priest is to bring some of the bull’s blood into the Tent of Meeting,
17and he is to dip his finger in the blood and sprinkle it seven times before the LORD in front of the veil. 18He is also to put some of the blood on the horns of the altar that is before the LORD in the Tent of Meeting, and he must pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar of burnt offering at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 4:5–12 | Then the anointed priest shall take some of the bull’s blood and bring it into the Tent of Meeting. The priest is to dip his finger in the blood and sprinkle some of it seven times before the LORD, in front of the veil of the sanctuary. The priest must then put some of the blood on the horns of the altar of fragrant incense that is before the LORD in the Tent of Meeting. And he is to pour out the rest of the bull’s blood at the base of the altar of burnt offering at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. Then he shall remove all the fat from the bull of the sin offering—the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys— just as the fat is removed from the ox of the peace offering. Then the priest shall burn them on the altar of burnt offering. But the hide of the bull and all its flesh, with its head and legs and its entrails and dung— all the rest of the bull—he must take outside the camp to a ceremonially clean place where the ashes are poured out, and there he must burn it on a wood fire on the ash heap. |
| 2 | Hebrews 9:12–14 | He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption. For if the blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so that their bodies are clean, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, purify our consciences from works of death, so that we may serve the living God! |
Leviticus 4:16 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 4:16, shows us how the priest would bring the blood of the sacrificed bull into the Tent of Meeting as part of the sin offering ritual. This ritual was important because it helped the people understand the seriousness of their sins and the need for forgiveness, as seen in Psalm 51:7. The blood of the bull represented the life and sacrifice given to atone for sin, much like Jesus Christ's sacrifice for us (John 3:16). By studying this verse, we can learn more about God's plan for forgiveness and redemption, and how Jesus Christ is our ultimate sacrifice and mediator (1 Timothy 2:5).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the anointed priest in Leviticus 4:16?
The anointed priest played a crucial role in the sin offering ritual, as seen in Leviticus 4:16, symbolizing the mediation between God and the people, much like Jesus Christ in the New Testament, as described in Hebrews 4:14-16.
Why did the priest need to bring the bull's blood into the Tent of Meeting?
The priest brought the bull's blood into the Tent of Meeting to sprinkle it before the Lord, as instructed in Leviticus 4:17, demonstrating the seriousness of sin and the need for atonement, as also seen in Romans 3:25.
What does the bull's blood represent in this context?
The bull's blood represents the life and sacrifice of the animal, given to atone for the sins of the people, foreshadowing the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, as stated in John 1:29 and Hebrews 9:22.
How does this ritual relate to our lives today?
This ritual reminds us of the importance of acknowledging and atoning for our sins, and the role of Jesus Christ as our mediator and sacrifice, as seen in 1 Timothy 2:5 and 1 John 2:2.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse teach me about the seriousness of sin and the need for atonement?
- How can I apply the principle of acknowledging and making amends for my sins, as seen in this verse, to my own life?
- What does the role of the anointed priest in this verse reveal to me about the character and nature of God?
- How does the use of the bull's blood in this ritual point to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and what does this mean for my faith?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 4:16
Ver. 16-21. And the priest that is anointed shall bring of the bullock's blood,.... That is, the chief priest, as the Targums of Onkelos and Jonathan explain it: to the tabernacle of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 4:16
When the sin, which they have sinned against it, is known, then the congregation shall offer a young bullock for the sin, and bring him before the tabernacle of the congregation. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 4:16
Leviticus 4:16 And the priest that is anointed shall bring of the bullock’ s blood to the tabernacle of the congregation:Ver. 16. And the priest that is anointed,] i.e., The high priest; a type of Christ, who was anointed, not with material oil, as they, but with the Spirit, that oil of gladness, both above and for his fellow brethren. See 1 John 2:27 2 Corinthians 1:21-22. Howbeit his oil shines brightest, and swims aloft above all others.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 4:16
(16-21) The rest of the regulations are exactly the same as those prescribed in the sin offering for the high priest himself in Leviticus 4:5-12.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 4:16
13–21. The Sin-Offering for the congregation, a bullock
Sermons on Leviticus 4:16
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Christ in Us by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker recounts the story of Sundar Singh, a 14-year-old boy who had a profound encounter with Jesus. Sundar had been searching for something beyond the teachi |
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The Lord's Supper by Jacob Prasch | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Jesus' final moments before his crucifixion. Jesus prioritized spending time with his disciples and discussing important ma |
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Gods Order in Christ - Part 3 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity and harmony in the church and in the world. He highlights that the cross of the Lord Jesus is the key to overcoming |
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Fren-17 Apostolic Foundations - Priestliness by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker initially expresses skepticism towards the preacher's accent and style. However, as he continues to listen, he realizes that there is something beyond n |
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God's Glory and Our Motives by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of having the right motives in our service to God. He refers to a text in the Gospel of John where Jesus speaks about doing th |
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The Lamb of God (Clip) by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the unparalleled sacrifice of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, who took away the sins of the world, surpassing all other forms of atonement. It highlights the |
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Purification for Sins by Matthew Maxwell-Carr | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Hebrews and highlights the greatness and superiority of the Son of God. The Son is described as the heir of all things, the agen |