Leviticus 4:25
Leviticus 4:25 in Multiple Translations
Then the priest is to take some of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar.
And the priest shall take of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, and put it upon the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and shall pour out his blood at the bottom of the altar of burnt offering.
And the priest shall take of the blood of the sin-offering with his finger, and put it upon the horns of the altar of burnt-offering; and the blood thereof shall he pour out at the base of the altar of burnt-offering.
And the priest is to take some of the blood of the offering with his finger and put it on the horns of the altar of burned offering, draining out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar of burned offering.
Then the priest is to take some of the blood of the sin offering with his finger and put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and pour out the rest of the blood at the bottom of the altar.
Then the Priest shall take of the blood of the sinne offring with his finger, and put it vpon the hornes of the burnt offring altar, and shall powre the rest of his blood at the foote of the burnt offring altar,
'And the priest hath taken of the blood of the sin-offering with his finger, and hath put on the horns of the altar of the burnt-offering, and its blood he doth pour out at the foundation of the altar of the burnt-offering,
The priest shall take some of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, and put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering. He shall pour out the rest of its blood at the base of the altar of burnt offering.
And the priest shall take of the blood of the sin-offering with his finger, and put it upon the horns of the altar of burnt-offering, and shall pour out his blood at the bottom of the altar of burnt-offering.
The priest shall dip his finger in the blood of the victim for sin, touching therewith the horns of the altar of holocaust, and pouring out the rest at the foot thereof.
Then the priest must put some of the animal’s blood into a bowl and dip one of his fingers in it and put some of the blood on the corners of the projections of the altar. Then he must pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 4:25
Study Notes — Leviticus 4:25
- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 4:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 4:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 4:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 4:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 4:25
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 4:25
- Sermons on Leviticus 4:25
Context — Laws for Sin Offerings
25Then the priest is to take some of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar.
26He must burn all its fat on the altar, like the fat of the peace offerings; thus the priest will make atonement for that man’s sin, and he will be forgiven. 27And if one of the common people sins unintentionally and does what is prohibited by any of the LORD’s commandments, he incurs guilt.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 4:7 | The priest must then put some of the blood on the horns of the altar of fragrant incense that is before the LORD in the Tent of Meeting. And he is to pour out the rest of the bull’s blood at the base of the altar of burnt offering at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
| 2 | Leviticus 4:18 | He is also to put some of the blood on the horns of the altar that is before the LORD in the Tent of Meeting, and he must pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar of burnt offering at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
| 3 | Leviticus 4:30 | Then the priest is to take some of its blood with his finger, put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar. |
| 4 | Leviticus 4:34 | Then the priest is to take some of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and pour out the rest of its blood at the base of the altar. |
| 5 | Leviticus 9:9 | The sons of Aaron brought the blood to him, and he dipped his finger in the blood and applied it to the horns of the altar. And he poured out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar. |
| 6 | Leviticus 8:10 | Next, Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle and everything in it; and so he consecrated them. |
| 7 | Isaiah 40:21 | Do you not know? Have you not heard? Has it not been declared to you from the beginning? Have you not understood since the foundation of the earth? |
| 8 | Leviticus 8:15 | Moses slaughtered the bull, took some of the blood, and applied it with his finger to all four horns of the altar, purifying the altar. He poured out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar and consecrated it so that atonement could be made on it. |
| 9 | Leviticus 16:18 | Then he shall go out to the altar that is before the LORD and make atonement for it. He is to take some of the bull’s blood and some of the goat’s blood and put it on all the horns of the altar. |
| 10 | Hebrews 9:22 | According to the law, in fact, nearly everything must be purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. |
Leviticus 4:25 Summary
In Leviticus 4:25, the priest takes the blood of the sin offering and puts it on the horns of the altar, then pours out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar. This act symbolizes the cleansing and purification of the sinner, much like the forgiveness offered through Jesus Christ in Romans 3:25. Just as the blood of the sin offering covered the sin of the individual, Jesus' blood covers our sin, allowing us to be forgiven and cleansed (1 John 1:7). By trusting in Jesus, we can experience the complete removal of our sin and guilt, just like the pouring out of the blood at the base of the altar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the priest putting blood on the horns of the altar of burnt offering in Leviticus 4:25?
The act of putting blood on the horns of the altar symbolizes the cleansing and purification of the sinner, as seen in Leviticus 4:25, and is a reminder of the sacrifice made for sin, similar to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ in Romans 3:25.
Why did the priest pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar?
The pouring out of the blood at the base of the altar, as described in Leviticus 4:25, represents the complete removal of sin and guilt, much like the forgiveness offered through Jesus Christ in Hebrews 10:17-18.
What is the role of the priest in Leviticus 4:25 and how does it relate to our lives today?
The priest in Leviticus 4:25 serves as a mediator between God and the sinner, and this role is fulfilled by Jesus Christ in 1 Timothy 2:5, who now intercedes on our behalf, offering forgiveness and cleansing from sin.
How does the sin offering in Leviticus 4:25 relate to the concept of atonement?
The sin offering in Leviticus 4:25 is a means of atonement, where the blood of the sacrifice covers the sin of the individual, similar to the atonement made by Jesus Christ in Romans 5:11, who paid the price for our sins through His own blood.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can apply the concept of cleansing and purification from sin in my own life, as seen in Leviticus 4:25?
- How can I remember the sacrifice made for my sin, just as the blood on the horns of the altar served as a reminder in Leviticus 4:25?
- In what ways can I trust in the complete removal of my sin and guilt, just as the blood was poured out at the base of the altar in Leviticus 4:25?
- How can I seek to understand and appreciate the role of Jesus Christ as my mediator and intercessor, as seen in 1 Timothy 2:5 and Leviticus 4:25?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 4:25
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 4:25
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 4:25
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 4:25
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 4:25
Sermons on Leviticus 4:25
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The Secret of Strength by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Skip takes the audience through chapters 38 to 40 of the book of Isaiah. He emphasizes the greatness of God and His mighty powers. The sermon highlights the |
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Knowing Jesus by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the idea that many people have been "house trained" or "brainwashed" into thinking that once they make a decision to follow God and attend ch |
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Overcoming Satan by the Blood of Jesus by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the concern of how to maintain righteousness and be a shining light in a world that is becoming increasingly dark. The preacher emphasizes th |
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(Hebrews - Part 27): The Blood of Infinite Value by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker uses the analogy of standing back from a painting to understand the passage being discussed. He emphasizes that sin leads to death and that when a perso |
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(Exodus) Exodus 12:9-13 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of law enforcement and the consequences of sin. He emphasizes that in God's universe, the law is inexorable and sin leads to d |
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The Spirit of a True Prophet by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a genuine relationship with God rather than seeking material success and prestige. He highlights the role of John t |
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Who Are God's Annointed by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the danger of preaching without the living presence of God. He shares a conversation he had with a famous manager of a rock and roll band who |






