Leviticus 7:5

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Leviticus 7:5 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

The priest shall burn them on the altar as an offering made by fire to the LORD; it is a guilt offering.

King James Version KJV

And the priest shall burn them upon the altar for an offering made by fire unto the LORD: it is a trespass offering.

American Standard Version ASV

and the priest shall burn them upon the altar for an offering made by fire unto Jehovah: it is a trespass-offering.

Bible in Basic English BBE

They are to be burned by the priest on the altar for an offering made by fire to the Lord: it is an offering for wrongdoing.

Free Bible Version FBV

He shall burn them on the altar as a food offering to the Lord; it is a guilt offering.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Then the Priest shall burne them vpon the altar, for an offring made by fire vnto the Lord: this is a trespasse offring.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and the priest hath made them a perfume on the altar, a fire-offering to Jehovah; it [is] a guilt-offering.

World English Bible WEB

and the priest shall burn them on the altar for an offering made by fire to the LORD: it is a trespass offering.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And the priest shall burn them upon the altar for an offering made by fire to the LORD: it is a trespass-offering.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And the priest shall burn them upon the altar: it is the burnt sacrifice of the Lord for a trespass.

Translation for Translators T4T

The priest must burn them on the altar to be offerings to me, Yahweh. They are an offering for the people to be forgiven for not doing what they were required to do.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 7:5

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Leviticus 7:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/הִקְטִ֨יר אֹתָ֤/ם הַ/כֹּהֵן֙ הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֔חָ/ה אִשֶּׁ֖ה לַ/יהוָ֑ה אָשָׁ֖ם הֽוּא

וְ/הִקְטִ֨יר qâṭar H6999 to offer Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms

אֹתָ֤/ם ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff

הַ/כֹּהֵן֙ kôhên H3548 priest Art | N-ms

הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֔חָ/ה mizbêach H4196 altar Art | N-ms | Suff

אִשֶּׁ֖ה ʼishshâh H801 food offering N-ms

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

אָשָׁ֖ם ʼâshâm H817 guilt (offering) N-ms

הֽוּא hûwʼ H1931 he/she/it Pron

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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 7:5

וְ/הִקְטִ֨יר qâṭar H6999 "to offer" Conj | V-Hiphil-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.

אֹתָ֤/ם ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff

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.

הַ/כֹּהֵן֙ 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/מִּזְבֵּ֔חָ/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.

אִשֶּׁ֖ה 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.

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.

אָשָׁ֖ם ʼâshâm H817 "guilt (offering)" N-ms

This Hebrew word refers to guilt or a fault, often requiring a sin offering. It is used to describe a trespass or offense against God, as seen in the book of Leviticus. The KJV translates it as guiltiness or trespass offering.

Definition: 1) guilt, offense, guiltiness 1a) offense, trespass, fault 1b) guilt, guiltiness 1c) compensation (for offense) 1d) trespass offering, guilt offering

Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: guiltiness, (offering for) sin, trespass (offering). See also: Genesis 26:10; Leviticus 14:25; Psalms 68:22.

הֽוּא hûwʼ H1931 "he/she/it" Pron

This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.

Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)

Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.

Study Notes — Leviticus 7:5

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Leviticus 7:5 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:5
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:5
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:5
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:5
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:5
Sermons on Leviticus 7:5

Context — The Guilt Offering

3And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails, 4both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys.

5The priest shall burn them on the altar as a food offering to the LORD; it is a guilt offering.

6Every male among the priests may eat of it. It must be eaten in a holy place; it is most holy. 7The guilt offering is like the sin offering; the same law applies to both. It belongs to the priest who makes atonement with it.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Leviticus 1:13	The entrails and legs must be washed with water, and the priest shall bring all of it and burn it on the altar; it is a burnt offering, an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
2	Galatians 5:24	Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.
3	1 Peter 4:1–2	Therefore, since Christ suffered in His body, arm yourselves with the same resolve, because anyone who has suffered in his body is done with sin. Consequently, he does not live out his remaining time on earth for human passions, but for the will of God.
4	Leviticus 2:16	The priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as an offering made by fire to the LORD.
5	Leviticus 1:9	The entrails and legs must be washed with water, and the priest shall burn all of it on the altar as a burnt offering, an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
6	Galatians 2:20	I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me.
7	Leviticus 3:16	Then the priest is to burn the food on the altar as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma. All the fat is the LORD’s.
8	Leviticus 2:9	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.
9	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.

Leviticus 7:5 Summary

In Leviticus 7:5, we see that the priest burns the offering on the altar as a way to make things right between the people and the Lord, which is called a guilt offering. This offering is special because it helps restore our relationship with the Lord, just like the sin offering (Leviticus 7:7). The fact that the priests get to eat some of the offering in a holy place shows that they are set apart to serve the Lord, and it reminds us that our lives should be set apart to serve Him too (Romans 12:1). By understanding the guilt offering, we can better appreciate the importance of making amends and seeking forgiveness, just as the Lord provides forgiveness and restoration through His Son, Jesus Christ (John 1:29).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of burning the offering on the altar in Leviticus 7:5?

The purpose of burning the offering on the altar is to make atonement for the people's sins, as seen in Leviticus 7:5, and to provide a pleasing aroma to the Lord, as mentioned in Leviticus 1:9 and Genesis 8:21.

Why is this offering called a guilt offering?

This offering is called a guilt offering because it is made to atone for the people's guilt and to restore their relationship with the Lord, as explained in Leviticus 7:7 and Numbers 5:5-10.

Who is allowed to eat the guilt offering?

According to Leviticus 7:6, every male among the priests may eat of the guilt offering, but it must be eaten in a holy place because it is most holy, as also mentioned in Leviticus 2:3 and Ezekiel 44:29.

How does the guilt offering relate to the sin offering?

The guilt offering is similar to the sin offering, and the same law applies to both, as stated in Leviticus 7:7, highlighting the importance of atonement for sin in the eyes of the Lord, as seen in Romans 3:25 and Hebrews 9:22.

Reflection Questions

What are some areas in my life where I need to make amends and offer a 'guilt offering' to the Lord?
How can I apply the principle of atonement and restoration in my relationships with others, just as the guilt offering restores our relationship with the Lord?
What does it mean for me to 'eat' of the guilt offering in a holy place, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and holiness in my walk with the Lord?
In what ways can I practically demonstrate my gratitude for the atonement provided by the Lord, just as the priests were allowed to eat of the guilt offering as a symbol of their gratitude?

Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:5

And the priest shall burn them upon the altar,.... Fat taken off of the several parts before mentioned, and the kidneys: which were to be [for] an offering made by fire unto the Lord; and was

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:5

In the place where they kill the burnt offering shall they kill the trespass offering: and the blood thereof shall he sprinkle round about upon the altar. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:5

Leviticus 7:5 And the priest shall burn them upon the altar [for] an offering made by fire unto the LORD: it [is] a trespass offering.Ver. 5. It is a trespass offering.] And, as in the sin offering, the priest was to have the remainder. They had many a good morsel besides their tithes and lands.

Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:5

(5) And the priest shall burn.—These fat pieces he shall burn, as in the case of the sin offering and peace offering (Leviticus 4:26; Leviticus 4:31).

Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:5

(5) The Guilt-Offering. Priestly portions of other offerings (Leviticus 7:1-10) The similarity between the Guilt-Offering and the Sin-Offering is very close (see Leviticus 7:7). Both are ‘most holy’ and to be killed in the same place (Leviticus 6:25, cp. Leviticus 7:1-2). The parts to be burned on the altar are the same (Leviticus 3:4; Leviticus 3:9-11, Leviticus 4:31; Leviticus 4:35, cp. Leviticus 7:3-5), but note that the word ‘food,’ Heb. léhem, of Leviticus 3:11; Leviticus 3:16 is not applied to the Guilt-Offering, and the remainder is to be eaten in the same manner (Leviticus 6:26; Leviticus 6:29, cp. Leviticus 7:6-7).

Sermons on Leviticus 7:5

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