Leviticus 5:9
Leviticus 5:9 in Multiple Translations
then he is to sprinkle some of the blood of the sin offering on the side of the altar, while the rest of the blood is drained out at the base of the altar. It is a sin offering.
And he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sin offering upon the side of the altar; and the rest of the blood shall be wrung out at the bottom of the altar: it is a sin offering.
and he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sin-offering upon the side of the altar; and the rest of the blood shall be drained out at the base of the altar: it is a sin-offering.
And he is to put drops of the blood of the offering on the side of the altar, and the rest of the blood is to be drained out at the base of the altar; it is a sin-offering.
Then he is to sprinkle some of the blood of the sin offering on the side of the altar while the rest of the blood is poured out at the bottom of the altar. It is a sin offering.
After he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sinne offring vpon the side of the altar, and the rest of the blood shall be shed at the foote of the altar: for it is a sinne offering.
and he hath sprinkled of the blood of the sin-offering on the side of the altar, and that which is left of the blood is wrung out at the foundation of the altar; it [is] a sin-offering.
He shall sprinkle some of the blood of the sin offering on the side of the altar; and the rest of the blood shall be drained out at the base of the altar. It is a sin offering.
And he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sin-offering upon the side of the altar; and the rest of the blood shall be wrung out at the bottom of the altar: it is a sin-offering.
And of its blood he shall sprinkle the side of the altar, and whatsoever is left, he shall let it drop at the bottom thereof, because it is for sin.
Then he must sprinkle some of the blood against the side of the altar. The remaining blood must be drained out at the base of the altar. That will be an offering for your sin.
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Leviticus 5:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הִזָּ֞ה
מִ/דַּ֤ם
הַ/חַטָּאת֙
עַל
קִ֣יר
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֔חַ
וְ/הַ/נִּשְׁאָ֣ר
בַּ/דָּ֔ם
יִמָּצֵ֖ה
אֶל
יְס֣וֹד
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֑חַ
חַטָּ֖את
הֽוּא
וְ/הִזָּ֞ה
nâzâh
H5137
to sprinkle
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
מִ/דַּ֤ם
dâm
H1818
blood
Prep | N-ms
הַ/חַטָּאת֙
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
sin
Art | N-fs
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
קִ֣יר
qîyr
H7023
wall
N-ms
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֔חַ
mizbêach
H4196
altar
Art | N-ms
וְ/הַ/נִּשְׁאָ֣ר
shâʼar
H7604
to remain
Conj | Art | V-Niphal
בַּ/דָּ֔ם
dâm
H1818
blood
Prep | N-ms
יִמָּצֵ֖ה
mâtsâh
H4680
to drain
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יְס֣וֹד
yᵉçôwd
H3247
foundation
N-ms
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֑חַ
mizbêach
H4196
altar
Art | N-ms
חַטָּ֖את
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
sin
N-fs
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 5:9
וְ/הִזָּ֞ה
nâzâh
H5137
"to sprinkle"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms
To spring or spirt means to jump or leap, and can also mean to sprinkle something, often in a ritual. This word is used in the Bible to describe actions like sprinkling water for purification. It is a verb that implies sudden movement.
Definition: 1) to spurt, spatter, sprinkle 1a) (Qal) to spurt, spatter 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to spurt, sprinkle upon
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: sprinkle. See also: Exodus 29:21; Leviticus 16:14; Isaiah 52:15.
מִ/דַּ֤ם
dâm
H1818
"blood"
Prep | N-ms
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
הַ/חַטָּאת֙
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.
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.
קִ֣יר
qîyr
H7023
"wall"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a wall, often referring to the walls of houses, chambers, or even the altar. It is used to describe structures built for protection or division. The KJV translates it as wall or side.
Definition: 1) wall, side 1a) wall (of house or chamber) 1b) the sides (of the altar)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] mason, side, town, [idiom] very, wall. See also: Exodus 30:3; 2 Chronicles 3:11; Psalms 62:4.
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֔חַ
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
Art | N-ms
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.
וְ/הַ/נִּשְׁאָ֣ר
shâʼar
H7604
"to remain"
Conj | Art | V-Niphal
To remain or be left over, as in Joshua 10:20. It can also mean to spare or reserve something, like God sparing Noah in Genesis 7:23. This word is used to describe the remnant of Israel.
Definition: 1) to remain, be left over, be left behind 1a) (Qal) to remain 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be left over, be left alive, survive 1b1a) remainder, remnant (participle) 1b2) to be left behind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to leave over, spare 1c2) to leave or keep over 1c3) to have left 1c4) to leave (as a gift)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: leave, (be) left, let, remain, remnant, reserve, the rest. See also: Genesis 7:23; 1 Kings 22:47; Isaiah 4:3.
בַּ/דָּ֔ם
dâm
H1818
"blood"
Prep | N-ms
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
יִמָּצֵ֖ה
mâtsâh
H4680
"to drain"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
To drain or suck out something, like water from a container, as seen in the instructions for the Passover in Exodus 12:15. It involves removing liquid from a source.
Definition: 1) to drain, drain out 1a) (Qal) to drain, drain out 1b) (Niphal) to be drained out
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: suck, wring (out). See also: Leviticus 1:15; Psalms 73:10; Psalms 75:9.
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.
יְס֣וֹד
yᵉçôwd
H3247
"foundation"
N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a literal or figurative foundation, like the base of a building or the starting point of a plan. It's used in descriptions of construction and repair in the Bible. The concept is essential in understanding biblical architecture and planning.
Definition: 1) foundation, base 1a) foundation 1b) base, bottom
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: bottom, foundation, repairing See also: Exodus 29:12; 2 Chronicles 24:27; Psalms 137:7.
הַ/מִּזְבֵּ֑חַ
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
Art | N-ms
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.
חַטָּ֖את
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
"sin"
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.
הֽוּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
Study Notes — Leviticus 5:9
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- Context
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- Leviticus 5:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 5:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 5:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 5:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 5:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 5:9
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 5:9
- Sermons on Leviticus 5:9
Context — Sins Requiring a Sin Offering
7If, however, he cannot afford a lamb, he may bring to the LORD as restitution for his sin two turtledoves or two young pigeons—one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering.
8He is to bring them to the priest, who shall first present the one for the sin offering. He is to twist its head at the front of its neck without severing it;
9then he is to sprinkle some of the blood of the sin offering on the side of the altar, while the rest of the blood is drained out at the base of the altar. It is a sin offering.
10And the priest must prepare the second bird as a burnt offering according to the ordinance. In this way the priest will make atonement for him for the sin he has committed, and he will be forgiven. 11But if he cannot afford two turtledoves or two young pigeons, he may bring a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a sin offering. He must not put olive oil or frankincense on it, because it is a sin offering.Cross References
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| 1 | 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. |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | 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. |
| 4 | 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. |
| 5 | Leviticus 4:25 | 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. |
| 6 | Isaiah 42:21 | The LORD was pleased, for the sake of His righteousness, to magnify His law and make it glorious. |
| 7 | Hebrews 12:24 | to Jesus the mediator of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled blood that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel. |
| 8 | Hebrews 2:10 | In bringing many sons to glory, it was fitting for God, for whom and through whom all things exist, to make the author of their salvation perfect through suffering. |
| 9 | Leviticus 7:2 | The guilt offering must be slaughtered in the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered, and the priest shall sprinkle its blood on all sides of the altar. |
| 10 | Leviticus 1:5 | And he shall slaughter the young bull before the LORD, and Aaron’s sons the priests are to present the blood and sprinkle it on all sides of the altar at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
Leviticus 5:9 Summary
[This verse is talking about a special kind of sacrifice called a sin offering, where an animal's blood is sprinkled on the altar to symbolize the forgiveness of sins, just like Jesus' blood was shed for our sins, as mentioned in Romans 3:25 and 1 John 2:2. The blood being drained out at the base of the altar shows that our sins are completely removed, as seen in Psalm 103:12 and Micah 7:19. This sin offering is a reminder that God is holy and just, but also loving and forgiving, as seen in Exodus 34:6-7 and Psalm 86:5. We can apply this principle to our lives by regularly seeking forgiveness for our sins and remembering the sacrifice that Jesus made for us, as mentioned in 1 John 1:9 and Hebrews 10:17-18.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of sprinkling the blood of the sin offering on the side of the altar?
The purpose of sprinkling the blood is to symbolize the atonement for sin, as seen in Leviticus 5:9, and is a reminder of the blood of Christ that was shed for our sins, as mentioned in Hebrews 9:22 and Romans 5:9.
Why is the rest of the blood drained out at the base of the altar?
The draining of the blood at the base of the altar represents the complete removal of sin, as the blood is a symbol of life and the shedding of it is a symbol of death, as seen in Leviticus 17:11 and Deuteronomy 12:23-25.
What does it mean that this offering is a sin offering?
A sin offering is a type of sacrifice that is made to atone for sin, as seen in Leviticus 4:1-5:13, and is a reminder that sin has consequences, but God provides a way for forgiveness through the sacrifice of the offering, as mentioned in Psalm 51:17 and Isaiah 53:10.
How does this sin offering relate to the New Testament?
The sin offering in Leviticus 5:9 is a foreshadowing of the ultimate sin offering, Jesus Christ, who gave His life as a sacrifice for our sins, as seen in John 1:29 and 1 Corinthians 5:7-8.
Reflection Questions
- What are some sins in my life that I need to confess and seek forgiveness for, just like the Israelites did with their sin offerings?
- How can I apply the principle of atonement for sin in my daily life, and what are some ways I can remember the sacrifice that Jesus made for me?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to surrender to God and allow Him to 'drain out' the sin, just like the blood was drained out at the base of the altar?
- How can I use this verse as a reminder to regularly examine my heart and seek forgiveness for any sin that may be present, as mentioned in Psalm 139:23-24 and 1 John 1:9?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 5:9
And he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sin [offering] upon the side of the altar,.... Or "wall" (c) it is asked (d), "what is the wall at which the rest of the blood is wrung out?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 5:9
And he shall bring his trespass offering unto the LORD for his sin which he hath sinned, a female from the flock, a lamb or a kid of the goats, for a sin offering; and the priest shall make an
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 5:9
This is added as the reason why its blood was so sprinkled and spilt. See ,8,30,34.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 5:9
Leviticus 5:9 And he shall sprinkle of the blood of the sin offering upon the side of the altar; and the rest of the blood shall be wrung out at the bottom of the altar: it [is] a sin offering.Ver. 9. Upon the side of the altar.] The north side, and not upon the east: (1.) that Israel might not symbolise with the heathens, who worshipped toward the east; (2.) To signify that they had no more under the law than dark "shadows of good things to come," "until the time of reformation."
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 5:9
(9) And he shall sprinkle.—Here again there is a striking difference between the ritual in the sacrifice before us and that in the case of the regular sin offering described in the previous chapters. The blood is simply to be thrown on the walls of the altar, whilst in the ordinary sin offering, the priest had not only to dip his finger seven times in the blood of the victim, but had to put it on the horns of the altar (Leviticus 4:6-7; Leviticus 4:17-18; Leviticus 4:25; Leviticus 4:30; Leviticus 4:34).
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 5:9
9. he shall sprinkle] The same word as in Leviticus 4:6; Leviticus 4:17, but the sprinkling is not done with the finger, nor is the blood put on the horns of the altar, but upon the side of it. Two birds are brought; the one that is burnt represents the part of the Sin-Offering offered to the Lord, the other the remainder which was the priest’s portion.
Sermons on Leviticus 5:9
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Thou Art Mine by Carl Armerding | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the passage from Isaiah 43:1-4, emphasizing that although it primarily pertains to God's ancient people, Israel, there are valuable applicati |
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The Biblical Evangelism of the Westminster Confession #1 by Ernest C. Reisinger | In this sermon transcript, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God with power and sincerity, rather than being hypocritical. He mentions quotes from theo |
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Law of Love by Ernest C. Reisinger | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking after the word of God and its role in guiding our moral duty. He highlights the Ten Commandments as the objective s |
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On the Atonement by Charles Finney | Charles Finney emphasizes the profound significance of Christ's atonement, explaining that Jesus died for our sins to demonstrate God's righteousness and love. He argues that the a |
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Work Prepared by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches on the profound spiritual teachings found in the Book of Proverbs, emphasizing the importance of seeking divine guidance and understanding through the Holy |
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The Voice of Jesus Blood by A.W. Tozer | The sermon transcript discusses various topics, including the consequences of breaking rules and the importance of having plans for the future. It also highlights the transformatio |
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(Genesis) Genesis 4:8-10 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Cain and Abel from the Bible. He highlights the significance of Abel's blood crying out to God from the ground, representing th |