Leviticus 1:10
Leviticus 1:10 in Multiple Translations
If, however, one’s offering is a burnt offering from the flock—from the sheep or goats—he is to present an unblemished male.
¶ And if his offering be of the flocks, namely, of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish.
And if his oblation be of the flock, of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt-offering; he shall offer it a male without blemish.
And if his offering is of the flock, a burned offering of sheep or goats, let him give a male without a mark.
If your offering is a burnt offering from a flock, either sheep or goats, you must offer a male without any defects.
And if his sacrifice for the burnt offering be of the flocks (as of the sheepe, or of the goats) he shall offer a male without blemish,
'And if his offering [is] out of the flock — out of the sheep or out of the goats — for a burnt-offering, a male, a perfect one, he doth bring near,
“‘If his offering is from the flock, from the sheep or from the goats, for a burnt offering, he shall offer a male without defect.
And if his offering be of the flocks, namely , of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt-sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish.
And if the offering be of the hocks, a holocaust of sheep or of goats, he shall offer a male without blemish:
‘If you are offering a sheep or a goat, it must be a male without any defect.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 1:10
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Leviticus 1:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/אִם
מִן
הַ/צֹּ֨אן
קָרְבָּנ֧/וֹ
מִן
הַ/כְּשָׂבִ֛ים
א֥וֹ
מִן
הָ/עִזִּ֖ים
לְ/עֹלָ֑ה
זָכָ֥ר
תָּמִ֖ים
יַקְרִיבֶֽ/נּוּ
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/צֹּ֨אן
tsôʼn
H6629
Sheep (Gate)
Art | N-cs
קָרְבָּנ֧/וֹ
qorbân
H7133
offering
N-ms | Suff
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/כְּשָׂבִ֛ים
keseb
H3775
sheep
Art | N-mp
א֥וֹ
ʼôw
H176
or
Conj
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הָ/עִזִּ֖ים
ʻêz
H5795
goat
Art | N-fp
לְ/עֹלָ֑ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
burnt offering
Prep | N-fs
זָכָ֥ר
zâkâr
H2145
male
Adj
תָּמִ֖ים
tâmîym
H8549
unblemished
Adj
יַקְרִיבֶֽ/נּוּ
qârab
H7126
to present
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 1:10
וְ/אִם
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.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/צֹּ֨אן
tsôʼn
H6629
"Sheep (Gate)"
Art | N-cs
This word refers to a flock of sheep or goats, and is sometimes used to describe people in a figurative sense. It is also associated with the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a significant location in biblical times.
Definition: This name means sheep and goats Also named: probatikos (προβατικός "Sheep Gate" G4262)
Usage: Occurs in 247 OT verses. KJV: (small) cattle, flock ([phrase] -s), lamb ([phrase] -s), sheep(-cote, -fold, -shearer, -herds). See also: Genesis 4:2; Deuteronomy 28:31; Psalms 44:12.
קָרְבָּנ֧/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.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/כְּשָׂבִ֛ים
keseb
H3775
"sheep"
Art | N-mp
A keseb is a young sheep, like a lamb or a young ram. It is often translated as lamb in the KJV Bible.
Definition: lamb, young ram, sheep
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: lamb. See also: Genesis 30:32; Leviticus 4:35; Deuteronomy 14:4.
א֥וֹ
ʼôw
H176
"or"
Conj
Desire can also mean or, and, or if, showing a choice between options, as seen in Proverbs 31:4. It is used to express alternatives or possibilities.
Definition: 1) or, rather 1a) implying that the latter choice is preferred 1b) or if, introducing an example to be seen under a particular principle 1c) (in series) either...or, whether...or 1d) if perchance 1e) except, or else 2) whether, not the least, if, otherwise, also, and, then
Usage: Occurs in 218 OT verses. KJV: also, and, either, if, at the least, [idiom] nor, or, otherwise, then, whether. See also: Genesis 24:49; Leviticus 25:49; Proverbs 30:31.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הָ/עִזִּ֖ים
ʻêz
H5795
"goat"
Art | N-fp
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.
לְ/עֹלָ֑ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
"burnt offering"
Prep | N-fs
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
זָכָ֥ר
zâkâr
H2145
"male"
Adj
This word means male, referring to men or male animals, emphasizing their importance. It is used in the Bible to distinguish between males and females. The word is often translated as 'him' or 'male' in English.
Definition: 1) male (of humans and animals) adj 2) male (of humans)
Usage: Occurs in 80 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] him, male, man(child, -kind). See also: Genesis 1:27; Numbers 3:22; Isaiah 66:7.
תָּמִ֖ים
tâmîym
H8549
"unblemished"
Adj
This Hebrew word means unblemished or perfect, like an animal without defects. It describes something or someone that is whole and complete, like the sacrifices in Leviticus. It is used to describe integrity and truth.
Definition: : unblemished/perfect 1) complete, whole, entire, sound 1a) complete, whole, entire 1b) whole, sound, healthful 1c) complete, entire (of time) 1d) sound, wholesome, unimpaired, innocent, having integrity 1e) what is complete or entirely in accord with truth and fact (neuter adj/subst)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. See also: Genesis 6:9; Deuteronomy 18:13; Psalms 15:2.
יַקְרִיבֶֽ/נּוּ
qârab
H7126
"to present"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-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.
Study Notes — Leviticus 1:10
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 1:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 1:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 1:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 1:10
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 1:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
- Sermons on Leviticus 1:10
Context — Laws for Burnt Offerings
8Then Aaron’s sons the priests are to arrange the pieces, including the head and the fat, atop the burning wood on the altar.
9The entrails and legs must be washed with water, and the priest shall burn all of it on the altar as a burnt offering, a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
10If, however, one’s offering is a burnt offering from the flock—from the sheep or goats—he is to present an unblemished male.
11He shall slaughter it on the north side of the altar before the LORD, and Aaron’s sons the priests are to splatter its blood against the altar on all sides. 12He is to cut the animal into pieces, and the priest shall arrange them, including the head and fat, atop the burning wood that is on the altar.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 53:6–7 | 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. He was oppressed and afflicted, yet He did not open His mouth. He was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is silent, so He did not open His mouth. |
| 2 | Leviticus 1:2–3 | “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. If one’s offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to present an unblemished male. He must bring it to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for its acceptance before the LORD. |
| 3 | Genesis 8:20 | Then Noah built an altar to the LORD. And taking from every kind of clean animal and clean bird, he offered burnt offerings on the altar. |
| 4 | Leviticus 4:23 | When he becomes aware of the sin he has committed, he must bring an unblemished male goat as his offering. |
| 5 | Genesis 4:4 | while Abel brought the best portions of the firstborn of his flock. And the LORD looked with favor on Abel and his offering, |
| 6 | Malachi 1:14 | “But cursed is the deceiver who has an acceptable male in his flock and vows to give it, but sacrifices a defective animal to the Lord. For I am a great King,” says the LORD of Hosts, “and My name is to be feared among the nations. |
| 7 | John 1:29 | The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! |
| 8 | Leviticus 22:19 | must offer an unblemished male from the cattle, sheep, or goats in order for it to be accepted on your behalf. |
| 9 | Exodus 12:5 | Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male, and you may take it from the sheep or the goats. |
Leviticus 1:10 Summary
This verse tells us that when people wanted to give a burnt offering to God from their flock, they had to choose a perfect male sheep or goat. This shows that God wants us to give our best to Him, just like He gave His best to us through Jesus Christ (John 3:16, Romans 5:8). By choosing an unblemished animal, the people were showing that they wanted to be pure and holy in God's sight, and we can learn from this example to strive for purity and holiness in our own lives (1 Thessalonians 4:7). This helps us understand that our sacrifices and offerings to God should be the best we can give, and that we should strive to be like Jesus, who was perfect and without blemish (Hebrews 4:15).
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of animal is acceptable for a burnt offering from the flock?
According to Leviticus 1:10, an unblemished male sheep or goat is acceptable for a burnt offering from the flock, emphasizing the importance of presenting the best to the Lord (see also Exodus 12:5).
Why is it necessary for the animal to be unblemished?
The requirement for an unblemished animal highlights the need for perfection and wholeness in our offering to God, reflecting the perfect sacrifice of Jesus Christ (Hebrews 9:14, 1 Peter 1:19).
Can a female animal be used for a burnt offering from the flock?
Leviticus 1:10 specifically states that the offering must be a male, indicating a distinction in the type of offering and its significance, although female animals are acceptable in other types of offerings (Leviticus 3:1, 7:3).
How does this relate to our spiritual lives today?
The principle of presenting an unblemished offering to God reminds us to strive for holiness and purity in our lives, as we are called to be a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God (Romans 12:1, 2 Corinthians 7:1).
Reflection Questions
- What does the requirement for an unblemished male animal reveal about God's character and expectations?
- In what ways can I present myself as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, in my daily life?
- How does the distinction between male and female animals in different offerings reflect the diversity and complexity of God's plan for humanity?
- What role does the concept of perfection and wholeness play in my relationship with God, and how can I pursue it in my spiritual journey?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 1:10
And if his offering be of the flocks,.... As it might be: [namely], of the sheep, or of the goats for a burnt sacrifice; which were both typical of Christ, [See comments on Leviticus 1:2] he shall
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 1:10
And if his offering be of the flocks, namely, of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish. If his offering be of the flocks.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
Leviticus 1:10 And if his offering [be] of the flocks, [namely], of the sheep, or of the goats, for a burnt sacrifice; he shall bring it a male without blemish.Ver. 10. A male without blemish.] But "cursed be the deceiver that hath in his flock a male, and voweth and sacrificeth unto God a corrupt thing."
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
(10) Of the flocks.—Bullocks of course could only be offered by the wealthy. Hence the law now provides for those who could not afford so costly a sacrifice. They are to bring a lamb of the first year, which was the ordinary burnt offering in the time of Christ, and not a goat. The directions given with regard to the burnt offering from bullocks, equally apply to the burnt offering from the flock (Leviticus 1:10-13). They are therefore not repeated.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
Verse 10. His offering be of the flocks] See Clarke on Leviticus 1:2.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 1:10
(b) Sheep or Goat (10–13) The oblation from the flock was made in the same manner as that from the herd. The whole of the ceremonial is not repeated, but an additional detail is supplied; the Burnt-Offering is killed ‘on the side of the altar northward’ as also the Sin-Offering and Guilt-Offering. By a slight transposition of words Leviticus 1:12 will read thus: ‘And he shall cut it into its pieces, and the priest shall lay them in order, and its head and its fat, on the wood …’
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 1:10
Of the flocks - These directions are more brief than those for the bullock. The burnt-offering of the sheep must have been that with which the people were most familiar in the daily morning and evening service. Exodus 29:38-42.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 1:10
10, 11. Offering… of the flocks — The burnt offering of a sheep or goat differed from that of the herd in these particulars: — The sheep was to be killed on the side of the altar northward, for
Sermons on Leviticus 1:10
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Repentance - Part 1 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, Derek Prince discusses the importance of repentance in the message of salvation. He highlights the role of John the Baptist as the forerunner who prepared the heart |
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Man's Ruin and God's Remedy by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Isaiah 53:6, which states that all people have gone astray like sheep and turned to their own ways. However, the Lord has laid the iniquity |
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God's Law by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reading the well-known verses from Matthew 28:18-20, known as the Great Commission. He emphasizes the importance of making disciples and calli |
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(Hebrews - Part 9): What Is Man That Thou Art Mindful of Him? by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the wickedness of mankind and how our daily conduct is evidence of our guilt. He argues that anyone who doubts the fall of man and the iniqu |
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(John - Part 12): Nicodemus - the Singular Call of God Upon Him by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of the rich young ruler who came to Jesus seeking eternal life. The young ruler had youth, wealth, morality, and a high position, w |
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The Supremacy of Christ in Truth in a Postmodern World by Voddie Baucham | In this sermon, Vody Balkam addresses the issue of people's hostility towards Jesus and their engagement in evil deeds. He emphasizes that humans were created to bring glory and ho |
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Complete Salvation and How to Recieve It - Part 2 by Derek Prince | This sermon by Derek Prince delves into the all-encompassing benefits of salvation through Jesus Christ, highlighting various aspects of the exchange that took place on the cross. |