Leviticus 7:17
Leviticus 7:17 in Multiple Translations
But any meat of the sacrifice remaining until the third day must be burned up.
But the remainder of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day shall be burnt with fire.
but that which remaineth of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day shall be burnt with fire.
But if any of the flesh of the offering is still unused on the third day, it is to be burned with fire.
However, any meat of the sacrifice still remaining on the third day must be burned.
But as much of the offered flesh as remaineth vnto the third day, shalbe burnt with fire.
and the remnant of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day with fire is burnt;
but what remains of the meat of the sacrifice on the third day shall be burned with fire.
But the remainder of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day shall be burnt with fire.
But whatsoever shall be found on the third day shall be consumed with fire.
But any meat that is left until the third day must be completely burned.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 7:17
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Leviticus 7:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הַ/נּוֹתָ֖ר
מִ/בְּשַׂ֣ר
הַ/זָּ֑בַח
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
הַ/שְּׁלִישִׁ֔י
בָּ/אֵ֖שׁ
יִשָּׂרֵֽף
וְ/הַ/נּוֹתָ֖ר
yâthar
H3498
to remain
Conj | Art | V-Niphal
מִ/בְּשַׂ֣ר
bâsâr
H1320
flesh
Prep | N-ms
הַ/זָּ֑בַח
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
Art | N-ms
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁלִישִׁ֔י
shᵉlîyshîy
H7992
third
Art | Adj
בָּ/אֵ֖שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
fire
Prep | N-cs
יִשָּׂרֵֽף
sâraph
H8313
to burn
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 7:17
וְ/הַ/נּוֹתָ֖ר
yâthar
H3498
"to remain"
Conj | Art | V-Niphal
The Hebrew word 'yâthar' means to remain or be left, and can also mean to excel or have more than enough, often translated as 'remain' or 'preserve'.
Definition: 1) to be left over, remain, remain over, leave 1a) (Qal) remainder (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be left over, remain over, be left behind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to leave over, leave 1c2) to save over, preserve alive 1c3) to excel, show pre-eminence 1c4) to show excess, have more than enough, have an excess
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: excel, leave (a remnant), left behind, too much, make plenteous, preserve, (be, let) remain(-der, -ing, -nant), reserve, residue, rest. See also: Genesis 30:36; 2 Samuel 9:1; Psalms 79:11.
מִ/בְּשַׂ֣ר
bâsâr
H1320
"flesh"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for flesh refers to the body or a person, and can also describe living things or animals. In the Bible, it is used to describe humans and animals, as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: 1) flesh 1a) of the body 1a1) of humans 1a2) of animals 1b) the body itself 1c) male organ of generation (euphemism) 1d) kindred, blood-relations 1e) flesh as frail or erring (man against God) 1f) all living things 1g) animals 1h) mankind Aramaic equivalent: be.shar (בְּשַׁר "flesh" H1321)
Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: body, (fat, lean) flesh(-ed), kin, (man-) kind, [phrase] nakedness, self, skin. See also: Genesis 2:21; Numbers 11:21; Psalms 16:9.
הַ/זָּ֑בַח
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
Art | 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.
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
הַ/שְּׁלִישִׁ֔י
shᵉlîyshîy
H7992
"third"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means third in a sequence, like a third day or year. It is used in the Bible to describe time, rank, or quantity, such as the third day of creation in Genesis.
Definition: 1) third, one third, third part, third time 1a) ordinal number
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: third (part, rank, time), three (years old). See also: Genesis 1:13; 1 Kings 22:2; Isaiah 15:5.
בָּ/אֵ֖שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
"fire"
Prep | N-cs
Fire is a powerful symbol in the Bible, representing both God's anger and his refining presence, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:24 and Malachi 3:2-3. It is also used for cooking and warmth. This concept is central to many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) fire 1a) fire, flames 1b) supernatural fire (accompanying theophany) 1c) fire (for cooking, roasting, parching) 1d) altar-fire 1e) God's anger (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: esh (אֶשָּׁא "fire" H0785)
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: burning, fiery, fire, flaming, hot. See also: Genesis 15:17; Joshua 7:15; Psalms 11:6.
יִשָּׂרֵֽף
sâraph
H8313
"to burn"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to set something on fire, and is used in the Bible to describe burning or kindling flames, like in Psalm 83:14. It can also mean to utterly destroy something. The word is related to fire and burning, and is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to burn 1a) (Qal) to burn 1b) (Niphal) to be burned 1c) (Piel) burner, burning (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be burnt up, be burned Also means: sa.raph (סָרַף "to burn" H5635)
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: (cause to, make a) burn((-ing), up) kindle, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 11:3; 1 Kings 13:2; Psalms 46:10.
Study Notes — Leviticus 7:17
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- Context
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- Leviticus 7:17 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:17
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 7:17
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:17
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:17
- Sermons on Leviticus 7:17
Context — The Peace Offering
15The 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.
16If, however, the sacrifice he offers is a vow or a freewill offering, it shall be eaten on the day he presents his sacrifice, but the remainder may be eaten on the next day.
17But any meat of the sacrifice remaining until the third day must be burned up.
18If any of the meat from his peace offering is eaten on the third day, it will not be accepted. It will not be credited to the one who presented it; it shall be an abomination, and the one who eats of it shall bear his iniquity. 19Meat that touches anything unclean must not be eaten; it is to be burned up. As for any other meat, anyone who is ceremonially clean may eat it.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 12:10 | Do not leave any of it until morning; before the morning you must burn up any part that is left over. |
| 2 | Hosea 6:2 | After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up, that we may live in His presence. |
| 3 | 1 Corinthians 15:4 | that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, |
| 4 | Exodus 19:11 | and be prepared by the third day, for on the third day the LORD will come down on Mount Sinai in the sight of all the people. |
| 5 | Exodus 29:14 | But burn the flesh of the bull and its hide and dung outside the camp; it is a sin offering. |
| 6 | Leviticus 6:22–23 | The priest, who is one of Aaron’s sons and will be anointed to take his place, is to prepare it. As a permanent portion for the LORD, it must be burned completely. Every grain offering for a priest shall be burned completely; it is not to be eaten.” |
| 7 | Leviticus 10:16 | Later, Moses searched carefully for the goat of the sin offering, and behold, it had been burned up. He was angry with Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron’s remaining sons, and asked, |
| 8 | Leviticus 19:7 | If any of it is eaten on the third day, it is tainted and will not be accepted. |
| 9 | Genesis 22:4 | On the third day Abraham looked up and saw the place in the distance. |
Leviticus 7:17 Summary
This verse is saying that any leftover meat from a sacrifice must be burned up on the third day, to prevent it from becoming unclean or spoiled. This command helps us understand the importance of obedience to God's commands and reverence for His sacrifices, as seen in Hebrews 13:15-16. By following God's commands, we demonstrate our love and respect for Him, and we can trust that He will guide us in all we do, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. This principle can be applied to our everyday lives, as we seek to honor God in all we do, and trust in His goodness and provision, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Bible require that leftover sacrifice meat be burned up on the third day?
The Bible requires this to emphasize the importance of purity and obedience to God's commands, as seen in Leviticus 7:17, and to prevent the meat from becoming unclean or spoiled, as mentioned in Leviticus 7:19 and Leviticus 11:35-36.
What happens if someone eats the leftover sacrifice meat on the third day?
According to Leviticus 7:18, if someone eats the leftover meat on the third day, it will not be accepted by God, and the person who eats it will bear their iniquity, highlighting the seriousness of disobedience to God's commands, as also seen in Numbers 9:13.
Is this command only for the Israelites, or does it apply to Christians today?
While this specific command is part of the Old Testament sacrificial system, the principles of obedience, purity, and reverence for God's commands still apply to Christians today, as seen in 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Colossians 3:17, where we are called to honor God in all we do.
How does this verse relate to the concept of sacrifice in the Bible?
This verse is part of the broader discussion of sacrifices in the book of Leviticus, emphasizing the importance of proper handling and disposal of sacrificial meat, as also seen in Leviticus 4:12 and Leviticus 6:30, highlighting the seriousness with which God views sacrifice and worship, as seen in Malachi 1:6-14.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be 'leaving leftovers' or not fully surrendering to God's commands, and how can I apply the principle of Leviticus 7:17 to those areas?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my reverence and obedience to God's commands, even in small, everyday actions, as seen in Matthew 5:19 and James 2:10?
- How does the concept of burning up leftover sacrifice meat relate to the idea of fully surrendering to God and not holding back, as seen in Romans 12:1-2 and 2 Corinthians 5:15?
- What are some ways I can prioritize purity and cleanliness in my own life, both physically and spiritually, as seen in 2 Corinthians 7:1 and 1 Peter 1:15-16?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:17
But the remainder of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day,.... What remained of it uneaten on the second day, and was kept till the third: shall be burnt with fire; that it might neither
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:17
And the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace offerings for thanksgiving shall be eaten the same day that it is offered; he shall not leave any of it until the morning. Eaten the same day that it is offered.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 7:17
That it might neither putrefy, and thereby be exposed to contempt; nor yet be reserved either for superstitious abuse, or for the priest’ s domestic use, which would savour of covetousness, and of distrust of God’ s care for their future provisions.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:17
Leviticus 7:17 But the remainder of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day shall be burnt with fire.Ver. 17. On the third day.] Foreshadowing the resurrection of Christ on the third day, whereby all legal ceremonies were abolished, and had no use in the Church, but by accident; as he who bnildeth a vault, letteth the centrals stand till he put in the keystone, and then pulleth them away.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:17
(17) But the remainder of the flesh.—If, however, the sacrifices were very plentiful, or if through niggardliness of the owners a sufficient number of poor guests were not invited, so that the victim could not be eaten up within the time specified, all that remained on the third day was to be burnt.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:17
(6) The Peace-Offering (11–21)
Sermons on Leviticus 7:17
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The Weeping Mary at the Sepulcre by Samuel Rutherford | Samuel Rutherford preaches on the importance of seeking Christ diligently, using the example of Mary Magdalene's persistent search for Jesus after His resurrection. He emphasizes t |
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(New Wine in New Wineskins) 17. Signs That Point to the Return of Christ by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the signs that indicate the imminent return of Christ, highlighting the significant changes in the world since 1939, including wars, famines, natural calamiti |
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Defining Revival by Glenn Meldrum | Glenn Meldrum preaches about the powerful 1859 Ulster Revival in Coleraine, where a young boy's salvation sparked a school-wide spiritual awakening, leading to deep repentance and |
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The Necessity of the Revival of Religion by John MacNaughtan | John MacNaughtan preaches about the necessity for a revival of religion in the current state of the church, emphasizing the signs of spiritual death, decay in energy, lack of progr |
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Brother Yun - Heavenly Man by Brother Yun | In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of losing his first love for God while being caught up in the busyness of ministry. He emphasizes that past obedience is |
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(Come Up Higher) the Place of Wisdom by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the idea that as believers, we have a choice to make each day. We are not capable of making someone spiritual or taking them to heaven, but w |