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Numbers 28

Irwin

2. Command, etc. The feasts and offerings to which the following directions relate had been enjoined before; but it is almost certain that their observance had been interrupted, or at least partially neglected, in the desert: see Amos v. 25; Acts vii. 42. Besides, these directions were given to a new generation, who were children when the former laws were given.

My bread, etc. Or, “My food for sacrifices made by fire.” So called as being solemnly dedicated to God; so ver. 24.

7 strong wine. That is, of the best quality. We are to serve God with the best we have.

9 two lambs. Probably two in addition to the daily offerings specified immediately before. The regular observance of these rites on the Sabbath would keep this day in constant remembrance: see Ezek. xlvi. 4, 5.

26 after your weeks be out. The seven weeks from the Passover to the Pentecost.

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