Leviticus 7:4
Leviticus 7:4 in Multiple Translations
both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys.
And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the caul that is above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away:
and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the caul upon the liver, with the kidneys, shall he take away;
And the two kidneys, and the fat on them, which is by the top 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 the priest is to remove together with the kidneys.
After he shall take away the two kidneis, with the fat that is on them and vpon the flankes, and the kall on 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 he shall take away the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the cover on the liver, with the kidneys;
And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the caul that is above the liver, with the kidneys, that shall he take away:
The two little kidneys, and the fat which is by the flanks, and the caul of the liver with the little kidneys.
That includes the kidneys with their fat near the lower back muscle, and the protruding lobe that is attached to the liver.
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Leviticus 7:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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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/כְּלָיֹ֖ת
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/כְּלָיֹ֖ת
kilyâh
H3629
kidney
Art | N-fp
יְסִירֶֽ/נָּה
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 7:4
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/כְּלָיֹ֖ת
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 7:4
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- Context
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- Leviticus 7:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
Context — The Guilt Offering
2The guilt offering must be slaughtered in the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered, and the priest shall splatter its blood on all sides of the altar.
3And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails,
4both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys.
5The priest shall burn them on the altar as a food offering to the LORD; it is a guilt offering. 6Every male among the priests may eat of it. It must be eaten in a holy place; it is most holy.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 7:4 Summary
This verse is talking about the parts of an animal that were offered to God as a sacrifice. The kidneys and the lobe of the liver were special because they were thought to be connected to a person's emotions and thoughts. By offering these parts, the person was showing that they were giving their whole self to God, including their feelings and thoughts. This is similar to what Romans 12:1 says, where we are called to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice to God, and as Jesus taught in Matthew 22:37, to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the kidneys and the lobe of the liver in Leviticus 7:4?
The kidneys and the lobe of the liver were considered the seat of emotions and thoughts in biblical times, and offering them to God symbolized surrendering one's innermost being to Him, as seen in Psalm 7:9 and Psalm 26:2.
Why were the fat and kidneys removed and offered to God?
The removal of the fat and kidneys was a way of symbolically offering the best parts of the animal to God, acknowledging that He is worthy of the finest and the first, as taught in Exodus 23:19 and Deuteronomy 26:2.
How does this verse relate to the concept of sacrifice in the Bible?
This verse illustrates the principle of sacrifice, where the offerer gives up something valuable to God, demonstrating obedience and devotion, as seen in the example of Abraham in Genesis 22:1-14 and the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ in John 3:16.
What can we learn from the specific instructions given in Leviticus 7:4?
The detailed instructions in this verse demonstrate God's attention to detail and His desire for His people to worship Him in a way that is pleasing to Him, as emphasized in 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Colossians 3:17.
Reflection Questions
- What parts of my life am I holding back from surrendering to God, and how can I offer them to Him today?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my devotion to God through sacrifice, just like the offerer in Leviticus 7:4?
- How can I apply the principle of giving God the best and the first in my daily life, whether in my relationships, work, or worship?
- What does it mean for me to 'eat in a holy place' and to consider my worship as 'most holy', as mentioned in the surrounding verses?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 7:4
And the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] on them,.... Which are usually covered with fat: which [is] by the flanks: or rather that which is "upon" them (y); for this respects not the situation of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 7:4
In the place where they kill the burnt offering shall they kill the trespass offering: and the blood thereof shall he sprinkle round about upon the altar. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
Which is by the flanks; or, and that which is, &c. So this is another fat, as may seem probable from the mention of the several parts, the kidneys and the flanks. For it seems preposterous after a plain and exact description of the very particular place of the fat, the kidneys, to add another more dark and doubtful description of it from the flanks. And the Hebrew writers, whose common practice of these things makes them the best interpreters of it, make these divers kinds or parts of fat. And so there is only an ellipsis of the conjunction copulative, which is , and in many other places, as hath been already showed.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
Leviticus 7:4 And the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] on them, which [is] by the flanks, and the caul [that is] above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away:Ver. 4. And the two kidneys.]
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
(3, 4) And he shall offer.—For the regulations here described, see Leviticus 3:3-4; Leviticus 3:8-9, &c.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
Verse 4. The fat that is on them] Chiefly the fat that was found in a detached state, not mixed with the muscles; such as the omentum or caul, the fat of the mesentery, the fat about the kidneys, &c. See Clarke on Leviticus 3:9, &c.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 7:4
(5) The Guilt-Offering. Priestly portions of other offerings (Leviticus 7:1-10) The similarity between the Guilt-Offering and the Sin-Offering is very close (see Leviticus 7:7). Both are ‘most holy’ and to be killed in the same place (Leviticus 6:25, cp. Leviticus 7:1-2). The parts to be burned on the altar are the same (Leviticus 3:4; Leviticus 3:9-11, Leviticus 4:31; Leviticus 4:35, cp. Leviticus 7:3-5), but note that the word ‘food,’ Heb. léhem, of Leviticus 3:11; Leviticus 3:16 is not applied to the Guilt-Offering, and the remainder is to be eaten in the same manner (Leviticus 6:26; Leviticus 6:29, cp. Leviticus 7:6-7).
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 7:4
4. The kidneys — Sometimes rendered reins. See Leviticus 3:4, note.The caul — See Leviticus 3:4, note.