Leviticus 9:1
Leviticus 9:1 in Multiple Translations
On the eighth day Moses summoned Aaron and his sons and the elders of Israel.
And it came to pass on the eighth day, that Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel;
And it came to pass on the eighth day, that Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel;
And on the eighth day Moses sent for Aaron and his sons and the responsible men of Israel;
On the eighth day after the ordination Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel, to meet with him.
And in the eight day Moses called Aaron and his sonnes, and the Elders of Israel:
And it cometh to pass on the eighth day, Moses hath called for Aaron and for his sons, and for the elders of Israel,
On the eighth day, Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel;
And it came to pass on the eighth day, that Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel;
And when the eighth day was come, Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the ancients of Israel, and said to Aaron:
Eight days later, Moses/I summoned the elders of Israel.
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Leviticus 9:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִי֙
בַּ/יּ֣וֹם
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
קָרָ֣א
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
לְ/אַהֲרֹ֖ן
וּ/לְ/בָנָ֑י/ו
וּ/לְ/זִקְנֵ֖י
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל
וַ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בַּ/יּ֣וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
eighth
Art | Adj
קָרָ֣א
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
לְ/אַהֲרֹ֖ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
Aaron
Prep | N-proper
וּ/לְ/בָנָ֑י/ו
bên
H1121
son
Conj | Prep | N-mp | Suff
וּ/לְ/זִקְנֵ֖י
zâqên
H2205
old
Conj | Prep | Adj
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 9:1
וַ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בַּ/יּ֣וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
"eighth"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for eighth, used to describe order or sequence, like the eighth day of a festival. It appears in 1 Kings 12:32 and Ezekiel 46:1. This number signifies completion or fulfillment.
Definition: eighth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: eight. See also: Exodus 22:29; Numbers 29:35; Zechariah 1:1.
קָרָ֣א
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
לְ/אַהֲרֹ֖ן
ʼAhărôwn
H175
"Aaron"
Prep | 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/לְ/בָנָ֑י/ו
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | Prep | 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.
וּ/לְ/זִקְנֵ֖י
zâqên
H2205
"old"
Conj | Prep | Adj
This Hebrew word means old or elderly, as in the case of the elderly men who appeared to Abraham in Genesis 18:11. It can also refer to those in positions of authority, like the elders who helped Moses in Exodus 24:1. The term is used to describe respect and leadership.
Definition: : old 1) old 1a) old (of humans) 1b) elder (of those having authority) Also means: za.qen (זָקֵן ": elder" H2205)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: aged, ancient (man), elder(-est), old (man, men and...women), senator. See also: Genesis 18:11; 1 Samuel 28:14; Psalms 105:22.
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
Study Notes — Leviticus 9:1
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 9:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 9:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 9:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 9:1
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 9:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
- Sermons on Leviticus 9:1
Context — Aaron’s First Offerings
1On the eighth day Moses summoned Aaron and his sons and the elders of Israel.
2He said to Aaron, “Take for yourself a young bull for a sin offering and a ram for a burnt offering, both without blemish, and present them before the LORD. 3Then speak to the Israelites and say, ‘Take a male goat for a sin offering, a calf and a lamb—both a year old and without blemish—for a burnt offering,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 28:1 | After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 43:26–27 | For seven days the priests are to make atonement for the altar and cleanse it; so they shall consecrate it. At the end of these days, from the eighth day on, the priests are to present your burnt offerings and peace offerings on the altar. Then I will accept you, declares the Lord GOD.’” |
| 3 | Leviticus 15:14 | On the eighth day he is to take two turtledoves or two young pigeons, come before the LORD at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, and give them to the priest. |
| 4 | Leviticus 14:10 | On the eighth day he is to bring two unblemished male lambs, an unblemished ewe lamb a year old, a grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with olive oil, and one log of olive oil. |
| 5 | Leviticus 8:33 | You must not go outside the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for seven days, until the days of your ordination are complete; for it will take seven days to ordain you. |
| 6 | Leviticus 15:29 | On the eighth day she is to take two turtledoves or two young pigeons and bring them to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
| 7 | Leviticus 14:23 | On the eighth day he is to bring them for his cleansing to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting before the LORD. |
| 8 | Numbers 6:10 | On the eighth day he must bring two turtledoves or two young pigeons to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
Leviticus 9:1 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 9:1, tells us that Moses gathered Aaron, his sons, and the elders of Israel on the eighth day, which was a special day of consecration and new beginnings. It's like when we start a new job or a new school year, and we want to make a good impression and start fresh, as seen in Isaiah 43:18-19. Moses wanted to make sure everyone was ready to worship and serve the Lord, just like we need to prepare our hearts to worship God, as mentioned in Psalm 51:10-12. By following God's instructions, Moses and the people of Israel were able to experience God's presence and blessing, and we can learn from their example, as seen in Deuteronomy 10:12-13.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Moses wait until the eighth day to summon Aaron and the elders of Israel?
Moses waited until the eighth day to summon Aaron and the elders because it was a significant day in their consecration and preparation to serve the Lord, as seen in Leviticus 8:33-36, and it marked the beginning of a new era in their relationship with God, much like the eighth day in creation when God rested, as mentioned in Genesis 2:2-3.
Who were the elders of Israel and what role did they play in this event?
The elders of Israel were leaders among the people, chosen by God to help guide and direct the nation, as seen in Exodus 18:13-27, and they were summoned by Moses to witness the consecration of Aaron and his sons, and to participate in the worship and sacrifice that was about to take place, as mentioned in Leviticus 9:1.
What is the significance of Moses summoning Aaron and his sons on this day?
Moses summoning Aaron and his sons on this day marked the beginning of their formal ministry as priests, as ordained by God, and it signified the start of a new era in the worship and service of the Lord, as seen in Exodus 28:1-5 and Leviticus 8:12.
How does this event relate to the broader story of the Bible?
This event in Leviticus 9:1 is part of the larger narrative of God's redemption and restoration of humanity, as seen in Genesis 3:15 and fulfilled in Jesus Christ, as mentioned in Hebrews 10:1-18, and it highlights the importance of worship, sacrifice, and obedience in the relationship between God and his people, as seen in Romans 12:1-2.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of leadership and authority in the church, and how can we apply this to our own lives?
- How does the concept of consecration and preparation, as seen in this verse, relate to our own walk with God, and what can we learn from the example of Aaron and his sons?
- What role do elders and leaders play in the life of the church, and how can we support and pray for them, as seen in this verse and others, such as 1 Timothy 5:17-22?
- How does this verse remind us of the significance of worship and sacrifice in our relationship with God, and what are some ways we can cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe in our own lives, as seen in Psalm 100:1-5?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 9:1
And it came to pass on the eighth day,.... When the seven days of consecration were ended, as Ben Gersom, the day following them, so soon was Aaron called to the execution of his office; and so both
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 9:1
And it came to pass on the eighth day, that Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel; Moses called ... Take thee a young calf.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
CHAPTER 9 Moses commands Aaron to offer a sin-offering, and burnt-offering, and peace and meat offering; the congregation drawing near, and so the glory of the Lord should appear to them; to make atonement for himself and the people, . Aaron’ s offering for himself, ; for the people, , whom he blesses, first by prayer to God, and then by solemn declaration to them; the glory of God appears; fire from heaven consumes the sacrifice; the people shout and are amazed, . The eighth day, to wit, from the first day of his consecration, or when the seven days of his consecration were ended, ,35, as appears from , . The eighth day is famous in Scripture for the perfecting and purifying both of men and beasts. See ,3 14:8-10 15:13,14 22:27. All the congregation were called to be witnesses of Aaron’ s instalment into his office, to prevent their murmurings and contempt, which being done, the elders were now sufficient to be witnesses of Aaron’ s first execution of his office.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
Leviticus 9:1 And it came to pass on the eighth day, [that] Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders of Israel;Ver. 1. On the eighth day.] The very next day after the priest’ s consecration, that no time might be lost. "I made haste and delayed not," &c. "Then said I, Lo I come: in the volume of the book it is written of me," &c. Live, live, live, saith one, quickly, much, long: let no water go by, no day be lost, &c. Preach, preach, be instant, quick at work, &c. “ Praecipitat tempus, mors atra impendet agenti. ”
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
IX.(1) And it came to pass on the eighth day.—That is, the day following the seven days of consecration. (See Leviticus 8:33) According to ancient tradition this was the first of the month Nisan, or March. Moses called Aaron and his sons, and the elders.—That is, the same elders, the representatives of the people, who were called to attest the imposing ceremony of consecration (see Leviticus 8:3), are now also summoned to witness how the newly-installed priests entered upon the active duties of their ministrations. Like newly-born children who remain seven days in a state of uncleanness and enter into the covenant privileges of the congregation on the eighth day (see Leviticus 12:2-3), so the newly-created priests after a purging of seven days commenced their sacred duties and partook of their privileges on this symbolical day.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
CHAPTER IX Aaron is commanded to offer, on the eighth day, a sin-offering and a burnt-offering, 1, 2. The people are commanded also to offer a sin-offering, a burnt-offering, peace-offerings, and a meat-offering, 3, 4. They do as they were commanded; and Moses promises that God shall appear among them, 5, 6. Aaron is commanded to make an atonement for the people, 7. He and his sons prepare and offer the different sacrifices, 8-21. Aaron and Moses bless the congregation, 22, 23. And the fire of the Lord consumes the sacrifice, 24. NOTES ON CHAP. IX Verse 1. On the eighth day] This was the first day after their consecration, before which they were deemed unfit to minister in holy things, being considered as in a state of imperfection.
"All creatures," says Ainsworth, "for the most part were in their uncleanness and imperfection seven days, and perfected on the eighth; as children by circumcision, Leviticus 12:2-3; young beasts for sacrifice, Leviticus 22:27; persons that were unclean by leprosies, issues, and the like, Leviticus 14:8-10; Leviticus 15:13-14; Numbers 6:9-10. So here, the priests, until the eighth day, were not admitted to minister in their office."
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 9:1
(1) The first sacrifices of Aaron (1–14) On the eighth day (the consecration of Aaron and his sons being complete) Aaron begins to offer sacrifice for himself and for the people, and his sons assist. The sacrifices are: for himself Sin-Offering. A bull calf Burnt-Offering. A ram Peace-Offering. A ram Meal-Offering. A ramfor the people A calf and a lamb An ox and a ram and a meal-offering mingled with oil. An ox and a ram and a meal-offering mingled with oil.A complete sequence of sacrifice is prescribed, and the whole offering is moderate in amount compared with those prescribed for the great festivals in Numbers 28, 29. 1. elders] perhaps a late correction (Dillm.). Cp. ‘children’ in Leviticus 9:3, where Sam. and LXX. again introduce ‘elders.’
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 9:1
Leviticus 9:1 On the eighth day - i. e., on the first day after the week of consecration. Leviticus 9:2 A young calf - A bull calf, which might have been what we should call a yearling ox.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 9:1
1. On the eighth day — There are three eighth-day services in the Levitical law. The other two are the cleansing of the leper (Leviticus 14:10; Leviticus 14:23) and the purification of a defiled Nazarite.
Sermons on Leviticus 9:1
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The Other Easter Message by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the seriousness of sin and the need for atonement. He explains that God cannot overlook sin and that every sin will be punished either by a |
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(Through the Bible) John 20-21 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the differences in the accounts of the resurrection morning and events surrounding it. He emphasizes that these differences can be easily harm |
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The Happy Pilgrim by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the challenge of getting people to come to church in a world filled with distractions. He emphasizes the importance of people wanting to be in |
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The Living Hope by Chuck Smith | This sermon focuses on the resurrection of Jesus Christ, highlighting the events surrounding His resurrection, the importance of being born again spiritually, and the living hope w |
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God's Joy in Us by John McGregor | In this sermon, the speaker shares stories of individuals who experienced the joy of serving God. He mentions a dear old saint named Hutchinson who encouraged a young girl by telli |
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(Genesis) Major Divisions by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the last part of the Bible, which focuses on man, nation, and the person of Jesus Christ. He highlights that God values in |
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Christ Arose by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that Jesus had the power to move from one place to another instantly and that H |