Leviticus 4:9
Leviticus 4:9 in Multiple Translations
both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys—
And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away,
and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the loins, and the caul upon the liver, with the kidneys, shall he take away,
And the two kidneys, with the fat on them, which is by the top part of the legs, and the fat joining the liver and the kidneys, he is to take away,
both kidneys with the fat on them by the loins, and the best part of the liver, which he is to remove together with the kidneys
He shall take away also the two kidneis, and the fat that is vpon them, and vpon the flankes, and the kall vpon the liuer with the kidneis,
and the two kidneys, and the fat which [is] on them, which [is] on the flanks, and the redundance above the liver, (beside the kidneys he doth turn it aside),
and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the cover on the liver, with the kidneys, he shall remove,
And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, that shall he take away,
The two little kidneys, and the caul that is upon them, which is by the hanks, and the fat of the liver with the little kidneys,
the kidneys and the fat that is attached to them near the lower back muscle, and the fat that covers the liver.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 4:9
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Leviticus 4:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/אֵת֙
שְׁתֵּ֣י
הַ/כְּלָיֹ֔ת
וְ/אֶת
הַ/חֵ֨לֶב֙
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
עֲלֵי/הֶ֔ן
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
עַל
הַ/כְּסָלִ֑ים
וְ/אֶת
הַ/יֹּתֶ֨רֶת֙
עַל
הַ/כָּבֵ֔ד
עַל
הַ/כְּלָי֖וֹת
יְסִירֶֽ/נָּה
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שְׁתֵּ֣י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
הַ/כְּלָיֹ֔ת
kilyâh
H3629
kidney
Art | N-fp
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/חֵ֨לֶב֙
cheleb
H2459
fat
Art | N-ms
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עֲלֵי/הֶ֔ן
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/כְּסָלִ֑ים
keçel
H3689
loin
Art | N-mp
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/יֹּתֶ֨רֶת֙
yôthereth
H3508
lobe
Art | N-fs
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/כָּבֵ֔ד
kâbêd
H3516
liver
Art | N-fs
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/כְּלָי֖וֹת
kilyâh
H3629
kidney
Art | N-fp
יְסִירֶֽ/נָּה
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms | Suff
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 4:9
וְ/אֵת֙
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.
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.
הַ/כְּלָיֹ֔ת
kilyâh
H3629
"kidney"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to the kidneys, which were considered essential organs, and also symbolized the mind and emotions. It appears in passages like Psalm 7:9 and Revelation 2:23. The kidneys were thought to be the seat of feelings and affections.
Definition: 1) kidneys 1a) of physical organ (lit.) 1b) of seat of emotion and affection (fig.) 1c) of sacrificial animals 2) (TWOT) reins
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: kidneys, reins. See also: Exodus 29:13; Job 19:27; Psalms 7:10.
וְ/אֶת
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.
הַ/חֵ֨לֶב֙
cheleb
H2459
"fat"
Art | 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.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עֲלֵי/הֶ֔ן
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
אֲשֶׁ֖ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/כְּסָלִ֑ים
keçel
H3689
"loin"
Art | N-mp
This term can refer to the physical loin area, but also to confidence, hope, or foolishness, depending on the context, such as in Psalm 38:10. It's about where we place our trust or confidence.
Definition: 1) loins, flank 2) stupidity, folly 3) confidence, hope
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: confidence, flank, folly, hope, loin. See also: Leviticus 3:4; Job 15:27; Psalms 38:8.
וְ/אֶת
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.
הַ/יֹּתֶ֨רֶת֙
yôthereth
H3508
"lobe"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for the lobe or flap of the liver, specifically referring to the caudate lobe of a sacrificial animal's liver. It was an important part in ancient Jewish sacrifices, often translated as 'caul' in the KJV Bible.
Definition: appendage, overhang, protrusion, the caudate lobe of the liver of a sacrificial animal
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: caul. See also: Exodus 29:13; Leviticus 4:9; Leviticus 9:19.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/כָּבֵ֔ד
kâbêd
H3516
"liver"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for liver, it refers to the heaviest organ in the body, as seen in biblical descriptions of animal sacrifices. It is often translated as liver in the KJV. This term appears in Leviticus and other books discussing ritual practices.
Definition: 1) the liver 1a) the liver (as the heaviest organ)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: liver. See also: Exodus 29:13; Leviticus 8:16; Proverbs 7:23.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/כְּלָי֖וֹת
kilyâh
H3629
"kidney"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to the kidneys, which were considered essential organs, and also symbolized the mind and emotions. It appears in passages like Psalm 7:9 and Revelation 2:23. The kidneys were thought to be the seat of feelings and affections.
Definition: 1) kidneys 1a) of physical organ (lit.) 1b) of seat of emotion and affection (fig.) 1c) of sacrificial animals 2) (TWOT) reins
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: kidneys, reins. See also: Exodus 29:13; Job 19:27; Psalms 7:10.
יְסִירֶֽ/נָּה
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms | Suff
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
Study Notes — Leviticus 4:9
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 4:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 4:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 4:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 4:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 4:9
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 4:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 4:9
Context — Laws for Sin Offerings
7The 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.
8Then 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,
9both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys—
10just as the fat is removed from the ox of the peace offering. Then the priest shall burn them on the altar of burnt offering. 11But the hide of the bull and all its flesh, with its head and legs and its entrails and dung—Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leviticus 3:4 | both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. |
Leviticus 4:9 Summary
This verse talks about the priest removing the kidneys and the lobe of the liver from the sin offering, which represents the removal of sin from our lives. Just like these organs were removed from the animal, God wants to remove sin from our inner being, as seen in Psalms 51:6. This reminds us that God is concerned with our inner purity and wants us to be holy, as mentioned in 1 Peter 1:16. By surrendering our lives to God, we can experience this kind of inner cleansing and purification, and live a life that is pleasing to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of removing the kidneys and the lobe of the liver in Leviticus 4:9?
The removal of these organs symbolizes the removal of sin and its effects on our inner being, as seen in Psalms 51:6, where David asks God to clean his innermost being and in Jeremiah 17:10, where God searches the heart and examines the mind.
Why are the kidneys and liver specifically mentioned in this verse?
The kidneys and liver were considered vital organs in biblical times, representing the innermost parts of our being, much like the heart, as mentioned in Proverbs 4:23, where it says to guard your heart with all vigilance.
How does this ritual relate to our lives as Christians today?
The ritual of removing the kidneys and liver reminds us of the need for inner cleansing and purification, as seen in 1 John 1:9, where it says that if we confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive us and purify us from all unrighteousness.
What can we learn from the detail and specificity of this ritual in Leviticus 4:9?
The attention to detail in this ritual teaches us about God's desire for holiness and precision in our worship and obedience, as seen in Exodus 25:40, where Moses is instructed to make the tabernacle and its furnishings according to the pattern shown him on the mountain.
Reflection Questions
- What parts of my life need to be 'removed' or surrendered to God in order for me to be fully devoted to Him?
- How can I apply the principle of inner cleansing and purification to my daily life, as represented by the removal of the kidneys and liver in this verse?
- In what ways can I guard my heart and innermost being, as mentioned in Proverbs 4:23, to prevent sin and corruption from taking hold?
- What does this ritual teach me about the importance of obedience and precision in my walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 4:9
[See comments on Leviticus 4:8].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 4:9
And he shall bring the bullock unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the LORD; and shall lay his hand upon the bullock's head, and kill the bullock before the LORD. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 4:9
Leviticus 4:9 And the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] upon them, which [is] by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away,Ver. 9. With the kidneys.] See Leviticus 3:4.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 4:9
(9) And the two kidneys.—The regulations prescribed in these two verses are the same as those in connection with the peace offering in Leviticus 3:4-5.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 4:9
3–12. The high priest’s Sin-Offering, a bullock
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 4:9
9. The two kidneys… caul — See note on Leviticus 3:4.