Leviticus 8:22
Leviticus 8:22 in Multiple Translations
After that, Moses presented the other ram, the ram of ordination, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head.
¶ And he brought the other ram, the ram of consecration: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram.
And he presented the other ram, the ram of consecration: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram.
And he put the other sheep before the Lord, the sheep with which they were made priests; and Aaron and his sons put their hands on the head of the sheep,
Moses brought the second ram, the ram of ordination, and Aaron and his sons put their hands on its head.
After, he brought the other ram, the ram of consecrations, and Aaron and his sonnes layed their handes vpon the head of the ram,
And he bringeth near the second ram, a ram of the consecrations, and Aaron and his sons lay their hands on the head of the ram,
He presented the other ram, the ram of consecration. Aaron and his sons laid their hands on the head of the ram.
And he brought the other ram, the ram of consecration: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram.
He offered also the second ram, in the consecration of priests: and Aaron, and his sons put their hands upon the head thereof:
Then he/I brought the other ram, the one for consecrating the priests, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head.
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Leviticus 8:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּקְרֵב֙
אֶת
הָ/אַ֣יִל
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
אֵ֖יל
הַ/מִּלֻּאִ֑ים
וַֽ/יִּסְמְכ֞וּ
אַהֲרֹ֧ן
וּ/בָנָ֛י/ו
אֶת
יְדֵי/הֶ֖ם
עַל
רֹ֥אשׁ
הָ/אָֽיִל
וַ/יַּקְרֵב֙
qârab
H7126
to present
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הָ/אַ֣יִל
ʼayil
H352
ram
Art | N-ms
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
second
Art | Adj
אֵ֖יל
ʼayil
H352
ram
N-ms
הַ/מִּלֻּאִ֑ים
milluʼ
H4394
setting
Art | N-mp
וַֽ/יִּסְמְכ֞וּ
çâmak
H5564
to support
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אַהֲרֹ֧ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
Aaron
N-proper
וּ/בָנָ֛י/ו
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יְדֵי/הֶ֖ם
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cd | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
רֹ֥אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-ms
הָ/אָֽיִל
ʼayil
H352
ram
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 8:22
וַ/יַּקְרֵב֙
qârab
H7126
"to present"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
הָ/אַ֣יִל
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
Art | N-ms
A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.
Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
אֵ֖יל
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
N-ms
A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.
Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.
הַ/מִּלֻּאִ֑ים
milluʼ
H4394
"setting"
Art | N-mp
This word refers to setting or installing something, like a gemstone or a priest, often in a ceremonial context, as seen in Exodus 28:11 and Leviticus 8:12.
Definition: 1) setting, installation 1a) setting, stones for setting 1b) installation (of priests)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: consecration, be set. See also: Exodus 25:7; Exodus 35:27; 1 Chronicles 29:2.
וַֽ/יִּסְמְכ֞וּ
çâmak
H5564
"to support"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To support or lean on something, like a person or object, as seen in the Bible where God upholds his people. It means to hold something up or stand firm. This concept appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to lean, lay, rest, support, put, uphold, lean upon 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lean or lay upon, rest upon, lean against 1a2) to support, uphold, sustain 1b) (Niphal) to support or brace oneself 1c) (Piel) to sustain, refresh, revive
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: bear up, establish, (up-) hold, lay, lean, lie hard, put, rest self, set self, stand fast, stay (self), sustain. See also: Genesis 27:37; Judges 16:29; Psalms 3:6.
אַהֲרֹ֧ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
"Aaron"
N-proper
Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites. He was a leader in the Exodus from Egypt and played a key role in the early history of the Israelites. His story is told in Exodus and Leviticus.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.4.14; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Moses (H4872) and Miriam (H4813); married to Elisheba (H0472); father of: Nadab (H5070), Abihu (H0030), Eleazar (H0499) and Ithamar (H0385) Also named: Aarōn (Ἀαρών "Aaron" G0002) § Aaron = "light bringer" brother of Moses, a Levite and the first high priest
Usage: Occurs in 328 OT verses. KJV: Aaron. See also: Exodus 4:14; Exodus 34:31; Numbers 3:39.
וּ/בָנָ֛י/ו
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
יְדֵי/הֶ֖ם
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cd | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
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.
רֹ֥אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
הָ/אָֽיִל
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
Art | N-ms
A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.
Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.
Study Notes — Leviticus 8:22
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- Leviticus 8:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 8:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 8:22
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 8:22
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 8:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 8:22
- Sermons on Leviticus 8:22
Context — The Ram of Ordination
20He cut the ram into pieces and burned the head, the pieces, and the fat.
21He washed the entrails and legs with water and burned the entire ram on the altar as a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.
22After that, Moses presented the other ram, the ram of ordination, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head.
23Moses slaughtered the ram and took some of its blood and put it on Aaron’s right earlobe, on the thumb of his right hand, and on the big toe of his right foot. 24Moses also presented Aaron’s sons and put some of the blood on their right earlobes, on the thumbs of their right hands, and on the big toes of their right feet. Then he splattered the blood on all sides of the altar.Cross References
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| 1 | Leviticus 8:2 | “Take Aaron and his sons, their garments, the anointing oil, the bull of the sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread, |
| 2 | Leviticus 8:29 | He also took the breast—Moses’ portion of the ram of ordination—and waved it before the LORD as a wave offering, as the LORD had commanded him. |
| 3 | Exodus 29:19–31 | Take the second ram, and Aaron and his sons are to lay their hands on its head. Slaughter the ram, take some of its blood, and put it on the right earlobes of Aaron and his sons, on the thumbs of their right hands, and on the big toes of their right feet. Sprinkle the remaining blood on all sides of the altar. And take some of the blood on the altar and some of the anointing oil and sprinkle it on Aaron and his garments, as well as on his sons and their garments. Then he and his garments will be consecrated, as well as his sons and their garments. Take the fat from the ram, the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the lobe of the liver, both kidneys with the fat on them, and the right thigh (since this is a ram for ordination), along with one loaf of bread, one cake of bread made with oil, and one wafer from the basket of unleavened bread that is before the LORD. Put all these in the hands of Aaron and his sons and wave them before the LORD as a wave offering. Then take them from their hands and burn them on the altar atop the burnt offering as a pleasing aroma before the LORD; it is an offering made by fire to the LORD. Take the breast of the ram of Aaron’s ordination and wave it before the LORD as a wave offering, and it will be your portion. Consecrate for Aaron and his sons the breast of the wave offering that is waved and the thigh of the heave offering that is lifted up from the ram of ordination. This will belong to Aaron and his sons as a regular portion from the Israelites, for it is the heave offering the Israelites will make to the LORD from their peace offerings. The holy garments that belong to Aaron will belong to his sons after him, so they can be anointed and ordained in them. The son who succeeds him as priest and enters the Tent of Meeting to minister in the Holy Place must wear them for seven days. You are to take the ram of ordination and boil its flesh in a holy place. |
| 4 | 2 Corinthians 5:21 | God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. |
| 5 | Ephesians 5:27 | and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless. |
| 6 | John 17:19 | For them I sanctify Myself, so that they too may be sanctified by the truth. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 1:30 | It is because of Him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God: our righteousness, holiness, and redemption. |
| 8 | Revelation 1:5–6 | and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood, who has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and power forever and ever! Amen. |
| 9 | Ephesians 5:25 | Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her |
| 10 | Leviticus 7:37 | This is the law of the burnt offering, the grain offering, the sin offering, the guilt offering, the ordination offering, and the peace offering, |
Leviticus 8:22 Summary
This verse is about setting apart Aaron and his sons as priests to serve God. They laid their hands on a special ram, which was then sacrificed to God, as a symbol of their commitment to serve Him. This is similar to how Jesus was set apart by God to serve as our High Priest, as seen in Hebrews 5:1-10. Just like Aaron and his sons, we can also be set apart to serve God and others, by trusting in Jesus' sacrifice and following His commands, as seen in Romans 12:1-2 and 1 Peter 2:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the ram of ordination in Leviticus 8:22?
The ram of ordination symbolizes the consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests, setting them apart for God's service, as seen in Exodus 28:1 and Leviticus 8:12.
Why did Aaron and his sons lay their hands on the head of the ram?
Laying hands on the head of the ram signified the transfer of their sins and responsibilities to the animal, which would then be sacrificed, as described in Leviticus 1:4 and Numbers 27:18.
How does this verse relate to the concept of ordination in the New Testament?
The ordination of Aaron and his sons foreshadows the ordination of church leaders in the New Testament, such as in Acts 6:6 and 1 Timothy 4:14, where leaders are set apart for ministry through prayer and the laying on of hands.
What is the importance of Moses' role in presenting the ram of ordination?
Moses' role in presenting the ram highlights his position as a mediator between God and the people, as seen in Exodus 32:7-14 and Deuteronomy 5:5, and demonstrates his obedience to God's commands in Leviticus 8:1-36.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be 'set apart' for God's service, and how can I apply this principle in my own life?
- How can I, like Aaron and his sons, surrender my sins and responsibilities to God and trust in His sacrifice for me?
- What role does obedience play in my relationship with God, and how can I, like Moses, demonstrate obedience to His commands?
- In what ways can I, as a believer, participate in the 'ordination' of others through prayer, encouragement, and support?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 8:22
Ver. 22-25. And he brought the other ram, the ram of consecration,.... Or "filling" (b), or "fulnesses"; because, as Jarchi says, these filled and perfected the priests in their priesthood; this was
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 8:22
And he brought the other ram, the ram of consecration: and Aaron and his sons laid their hands upon the head of the ram.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 8:22
(22) And he brought the other ram.—That is, the second of the two rams mentioned in Leviticus 8:2. The ram of consecration.—That is, the sacrifice of consecration. This concluding sacrifice, which in form resembles the thank offering and the peace offering, was designed to express the gratitude which Aaron and his sons felt for having been chosen to the office of priests, and their peace and fellowship with God.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 8:22
(iii) The ram of consecration (22–36), cp. Exodus 29:19-26 The last sacrifice is that of the ram of consecration. As some portions are consumed by the offerers (Leviticus 8:31) it resembles the Peace-Offerings, but special rites are added, indicating the character and duties of the priestly office. The blood of the ram is applied to the ear, hand, and foot of Aaron and his sons. The ear attentive to the commands of God, the hand ready to do His will, the foot prepared to walk in His ways are thus signified. The blood is also thrown (as enjoined in Leviticus 3:2) against the altar round about. In Leviticus 8:23-24 the blood is put first on Aaron and afterwards on his sons; cp. Exodus 29:20, where a separate bringing near of the sons is not enjoined.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 8:22
22. Consecration — This literally signifies filling; as meeting all requirements. Leviticus 8:27-28; Numbers 3:3, note.
Sermons on Leviticus 8:22
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The Consecrated Ear by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the consecrated ear in the life of a believer, illustrating how the blood of consecration marks a separation from the old ways and p |
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The True Source of All ministry... Union With Christ by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of union with Christ in ministry, illustrating the dual aspects of consecration through the shedding and sprinkling of blood as seen in |
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The Ear for the Lord Alone by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the critical role of the ear in spiritual life, illustrating how the act of listening can lead to either spiritual downfall or redemption. He discusses |
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(Exodus) Exodus 29:1-9 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of consecration and coming to God with empty hands. He highlights that true consecration is not about making promises or offer |
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The Tabernacle 03 Consecration-Priesthood by J. Henry Brown | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the anticipation of believers for the moment when they will be transformed and receive eternal life. He emphasizes that our current bodies are |
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A Day's Journey Into the Wilderness by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority of God. He references the story of Elijah and how God demonstrated His power by consuming the captain and his 50 men |
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A Christmas Question by C.H. Spurgeon | The sermon transcript describes the pitiable condition of those who died from hunger and cold in the streets. It then transitions to a depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, |