Leviticus 16:25
Leviticus 16:25 in Multiple Translations
He is also to burn the fat of the sin offering on the altar.
And the fat of the sin offering shall he burn upon the altar.
And the fat of the sin-offering shall he burn upon the altar.
And the fat of the sin-offering is to be burned by him on the altar.
He also must burn the fat of the sin offering on the altar.
Also the fatte of the sinne offring shall he burne vpon the altar.
and with the fat of the sin-offering he doth make perfume on the altar.
The fat of the sin offering he shall burn on the altar.
And the fat of the sin-offering shall he burn upon the altar.
And the fat that is offered for sins, he shall burn upon the altar.
He must also burn on the altar all the fat of the bull and the goat that were sacrificed.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 16:25
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Leviticus 16:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵ֛ת
חֵ֥לֶב
הַֽ/חַטָּ֖את
יַקְטִ֥יר
הַ/מִּזְבֵּֽחָ/ה
וְ/אֵ֛ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
חֵ֥לֶב
cheleb
H2459
fat
N-ms
הַֽ/חַטָּ֖את
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
sin
Art | N-fs
יַקְטִ֥יר
qâṭar
H6999
to offer
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
הַ/מִּזְבֵּֽחָ/ה
mizbêach
H4196
altar
Art | N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 16:25
וְ/אֵ֛ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
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.
חֵ֥לֶב
cheleb
H2459
"fat"
N-ms
In the Bible, cheleb refers to fat, whether literal or figurative, representing the richest or best part of something. It can describe the choicest products of the land or the best of human or animal fat. This term is used to convey abundance and richness.
Definition: 1) fat 1a) fat (of humans) 1b) fat (of beasts) 1c) choicest, best part, abundance (of products of the land)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] best, fat(-ness), [idiom] finest, grease, marrow. See also: Genesis 4:4; Leviticus 9:24; Psalms 17:10.
הַֽ/חַטָּ֖את
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
"sin"
Art | N-fs
This word describes sin, guilt, or punishment for sin, and also the sacrifice or purification made to atone for it. It is used in the Bible to describe the consequences and solutions for sin. The KJV translates it as 'punishment' or 'sin'.
Definition: sin, sinful thing
Usage: Occurs in 270 OT verses. KJV: punishment (of sin), purifying(-fication for sin), sin(-ner, offering). See also: Genesis 4:7; Numbers 12:11; Psalms 25:7.
יַקְטִ֥יר
qâṭar
H6999
"to offer"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-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.
הַ/מִּזְבֵּֽחָ/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.
Study Notes — Leviticus 16:25
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 16:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 16:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 16:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 16:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 16:25
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 16:25
- Sermons on Leviticus 16:25
Context — The Day of Atonement
23Then Aaron is to enter the Tent of Meeting, take off the linen garments he put on before entering the Most Holy Place, and leave them there.
24He is to bathe himself with water in a holy place and put on his own clothes. Then he must go out and sacrifice his burnt offering and the people’s burnt offering to make atonement for himself and for the people.
25He is also to burn the fat of the sin offering on the altar.
26The man who released the goat as the scapegoat must wash his clothes and bathe himself with water; afterward he may reenter the camp. 27The bull for the sin offering and the goat for the sin offering, whose blood was brought into the Most Holy Place to make atonement, must be taken outside the camp; and their hides, flesh, and dung must be burned up.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 29:13 | Take all the fat that covers the entrails and the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys with the fat on them, and burn them on the altar. |
| 2 | Leviticus 4:8–10 | Then he shall remove all the fat from the bull of the sin offering—the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys— just as the fat is removed from the ox of the peace offering. Then the priest shall burn them on the altar of burnt offering. |
| 3 | Leviticus 16:6 | Aaron is to present the bull for his sin offering and make atonement for himself and his household. |
| 4 | Leviticus 4:19 | And he is to remove all the fat from it and burn it on the altar. |
Leviticus 16:25 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 16:25, is about the priest burning the fat of the sin offering on the altar, which symbolizes the complete destruction of sin. Just like the fat was burned, our sins can be completely forgiven through Jesus Christ, as seen in Romans 3:25. This reminds us that God wants us to give Him our best, just like the best part of the animal was given to Him. By applying this principle to our lives, we can experience the joy of being forgiven and the peace of being in a right relationship with God, as stated in 1 John 1:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of burning the fat of the sin offering on the altar in Leviticus 16:25?
Burning the fat of the sin offering on the altar symbolizes the complete destruction of sin, as seen in Leviticus 4:8-10, and is a reminder of God's holiness and our need for atonement, as stated in Romans 3:25.
Why is the fat of the sin offering burned separately from the rest of the offering?
The fat of the sin offering is burned separately because it represents the best part of the animal, and God deserves the best, as seen in Leviticus 3:16, and this act of burning the fat is a way of giving God the best, symbolizing our devotion to Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:27.
How does this verse relate to the concept of atonement in the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger context of the Day of Atonement, as described in Leviticus 16, which points to the ultimate atonement made by Jesus Christ, as seen in Hebrews 9:11-14, and reminds us of the importance of acknowledging and dealing with sin in our lives, as stated in 1 John 1:9.
What can we learn from the priest's role in burning the fat of the sin offering?
The priest's role in burning the fat of the sin offering teaches us about the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in Leviticus 16:1-34, and the need for a mediator between God and humanity, as seen in Hebrews 7:25, which is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, as stated in 1 Timothy 2:5.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I need to acknowledge and deal with sin, and how can I apply the principle of atonement to those areas?
- How can I give God the best of my life, just as the fat of the sin offering was given to Him, and what does that look like in my daily choices and actions?
- What does this verse teach me about the character of God, and how can I apply that understanding to my relationship with Him?
- In what ways can I, like the priest, be a vessel for God's work in the lives of others, and how can I be obedient to His commands in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 16:25
And the fat of the sin offering shall he burn upon the altar. The brazen altar of burnt offering, and so says Jarchi, on the outward altar; for of the inward (i.e.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 16:25
And Aaron shall come into the tabernacle of the congregation, and shall put off the linen garments, which he put on when he went into the holy place, and shall leave them there: Aaron shall come into the tabernacle.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 16:25
Leviticus 16:25 And the fat of the sin offering shall he burn upon the altar.Ver. 25. Upon the altar.] The brazen altar in the outer court.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 16:25
(25) And the fat of the sin offering.—That is, the fat of the inwards of both the bullock (see Leviticus 16:6) and the goat (see Leviticus 16:15), which constituted the sin offering, as well as the fat of the other goat, which was the priest’s sin offering, was to be burnt upon the brazen altar of burnt offering in the courtyard. (See Leviticus 4:8-10.)
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 16:25
25. And … shall he burn] The position of this verse has been the subject of much comment. In Leviticus 16:11-19 no definite instruction has been given to burn the fat portions of the Sin-Offerings, but the manner in which the blood of the victims should be applied for the purification of the sanctuary and altar has been fully described. A supplementary notice has been inserted here, apparently in order that this important part of the ceremonial should be mentioned.
Sermons on Leviticus 16:25
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Hints on the Day of Atonement Levitcus 16 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby expounds on the Day of Atonement as described in Leviticus 16, emphasizing the dual role of Aaron's sacrifices: the bullock for sin and the scapegoat for transgre |