Leviticus 15:29
Leviticus 15:29 in Multiple Translations
On the eighth day she is to take two turtledoves or two young pigeons and bring them to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.
And on the eighth day she shall take unto her two turtles, or two young pigeons, and bring them unto the priest, to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.
And on the eighth day she shall take unto her two turtle-doves, or two young pigeons, and bring them unto the priest, to the door of the tent of meeting.
And on the eighth day let her get two doves or two young pigeons and take them to the priest to the door of the Tent of meeting,
On the eighth day she must take two turtledoves or two young pigeons, come before the Lord at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, and give them to the priest.
And in the eight day shee shall take vnto her two Turtles or two yong pigeons, and bring them vnto the Priest at the doore of the Tabernacle of the Congregation.
and on the eighth day she taketh to herself two turtle-doves, or two young pigeons, and hath brought them in unto the priest, unto the opening of the tent of meeting;
On the eighth day she shall take two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, and bring them to the priest, to the door of the Tent of Meeting.
And on the eighth day she shall take to her two turtles, or two young pigeons, and bring them to the priest, to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation.
And on the eighth day she shall offer for herself to the priest, two turtles, or two young pigeons, at the door of the tabernacle of the testimony:
On the eighth/next day, she must take two doves or two pigeons to the priest at the entrance of the Sacred Tent.
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Leviticus 15:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בַ/יּ֣וֹם
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֗י
תִּֽקַּֽח
לָ/הּ֙
שְׁתֵּ֣י
תֹרִ֔ים
א֥וֹ
שְׁנֵ֖י
בְּנֵ֣י
יוֹנָ֑ה
וְ/הֵבִיאָ֤ה
אוֹתָ/ם֙
אֶל
הַ/כֹּהֵ֔ן
אֶל
פֶּ֖תַח
אֹ֥הֶל
מוֹעֵֽד
וּ/בַ/יּ֣וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Conj | Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֗י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
eighth
Art | Adj
תִּֽקַּֽח
lâqach
H3947
to take
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
לָ/הּ֙
Prep | Suff
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
תֹרִ֔ים
tôwr
H8449
turtledove
N-cp
א֥וֹ
ʼôw
H176
or
Conj
שְׁנֵ֖י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
יוֹנָ֑ה
yôwnâh
H3123
dove
N-fs
וְ/הֵבִיאָ֤ה
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Hiphil-3fs
אוֹתָ/ם֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/כֹּהֵ֔ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
פֶּ֖תַח
pethach
H6607
entrance
N-ms
אֹ֥הֶל
ʼôhel
H168
tent
N-ms
מוֹעֵֽד
môwʻêd
H4150
meeting
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 15:29
וּ/בַ/יּ֣וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Conj | 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/שְּׁמִינִ֗י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
"eighth"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for eighth, used to describe order or sequence, like the eighth day of a festival. It appears in 1 Kings 12:32 and Ezekiel 46:1. This number signifies completion or fulfillment.
Definition: eighth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: eight. See also: Exodus 22:29; Numbers 29:35; Zechariah 1:1.
תִּֽקַּֽח
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
לָ/הּ֙
""
Prep | Suff
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
תֹרִ֔ים
tôwr
H8449
"turtledove"
N-cp
The Hebrew word for turtledove, a symbol of love and peace, often used as a term of endearment in the Bible.
Definition: dove, turtledove
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: (turtle) dove. See also: Genesis 15:9; Leviticus 14:30; Psalms 74:19.
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.
שְׁנֵ֖י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
יוֹנָ֑ה
yôwnâh
H3123
"dove"
N-fs
Represents a dove, possibly due to the warmth of their mating, and is also used to describe a pigeon. This bird is often seen as a symbol of peace and gentleness in the Bible.
Definition: dove, pigeon
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: dove, pigeon. See also: Genesis 8:8; Psalms 55:7; Psalms 56:1.
וְ/הֵבִיאָ֤ה
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3fs
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.
אוֹתָ/ם֙
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.
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.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֔ן
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.
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.
פֶּ֖תַח
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
אֹ֥הֶל
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 15:29
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Context — The Cleansing of Women
27Anyone who touches these things will be unclean; he must wash his clothes and bathe with water, and he will be unclean until evening.
28When a woman is cleansed of her discharge, she must count off seven days, and after that she will be ceremonially clean.
29On the eighth day she is to take two turtledoves or two young pigeons and bring them to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.
30The priest is to sacrifice one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering. In this way the priest will make atonement for her before the LORD for her unclean discharge. 31You must keep the children of Israel separate from their uncleanness, so that they do not die by defiling My tabernacle, which is among them.Leviticus 15:29 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 15:29, is about a woman who has been purified after a time of uncleanness and is now ready to offer sacrifices to the Lord. She brings two birds, a turtledove or young pigeon, to the priest, who will then offer one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering to make atonement for her, as seen in Leviticus 15:30. This process is similar to what is described in Leviticus 12:6-8 for a woman after childbirth, and reminds us that God is a holy God who desires us to be set apart and clean, as taught in scriptures like Psalm 51:7 and 1 Thessalonians 4:7. By following these instructions, the woman is able to be restored to a right relationship with God and with her community, as emphasized in Leviticus 15:31 and supported by other scriptures like Romans 12:1-2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the eighth day in Leviticus 15:29?
The eighth day marks the completion of the woman's seven-day purification period, after which she is considered ceremonially clean, as seen in Leviticus 15:28, and is now ready to offer sacrifices to the Lord, as instructed in Leviticus 15:29-30.
Why did the woman need to bring two turtledoves or two young pigeons to the priest?
The two birds were required for the sin offering and the burnt offering, which were necessary for the priest to make atonement for the woman's unclean discharge before the Lord, as stated in Leviticus 15:30, similar to the requirement in Leviticus 12:6-8 for a woman after childbirth.
What is the purpose of the priest's role in Leviticus 15:29?
The priest's role is to facilitate the woman's atonement and cleansing by offering the sacrifices on her behalf, as seen in Leviticus 15:30, and to declare her ceremonially clean, which is essential for her to participate in worship and community life, as emphasized in Leviticus 15:31 and supported by Numbers 5:2-3.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of purity in the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger discussion on purity and cleanliness in the book of Leviticus, which emphasizes the importance of separating the holy from the profane, as seen in Leviticus 15:31, and is reinforced by other scriptures such as Ezekiel 36:17 and Hebrews 13:12, highlighting God's desire for His people to be set apart and holy.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for purity and cleanliness in the lives of His people?
- How does the requirement of the two birds for sacrifice relate to the concept of atonement in the Bible, as seen in other passages like Leviticus 1:4 and Romans 3:25?
- In what ways can we, as believers, apply the principle of separation from uncleanness in our own lives, as taught in scriptures like 2 Corinthians 6:17-18 and 1 Peter 1:15-16?
- What does the role of the priest in this verse teach us about the importance of spiritual leadership and guidance in our lives, as emphasized in scriptures like Hebrews 4:14-16 and 1 Timothy 4:13?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 15:29
And on the eighth day,.... From the cessation of her issue, and the healing of it, at least from the time she began to number for her cleansing: she shall take unto her two turtles, or two young
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 15:29
And if a woman have an issue, and her issue in her flesh be blood, she shall be put apart seven days: and whosoever toucheth her shall be unclean until the even. If a woman have an issue.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 15:29
(29) She shall take unto her . . . —On the eighth day she is to bring the same sacrifices which are prescribed for the man who is cured of an issue (see Leviticus 15:14), only that in the latter case the man had to be bathed in living water, because he brought the illness upon himself.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 15:29
Verse 29. Two turtles, or two young pigeons] In all these cases moral pollution was ever considered as being less or more present, as even such infirmities sprang from the original defection of man. On these accounts sacrifices must be offered; and in the case of the woman, one of the birds above mentioned must be sacrificed as a sin-offering, the other as a burnt-offering, Leviticus 15:30.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 15:29
25–30. If the issue be abnormal, it is of the nature of a disease, and is treated in the same manner as the first case (Leviticus 15:2-15). The woman in the Gospel (Matthew 9:20; Mark 5:25; Luke 8:43) was thus afflicted.