Leviticus 9:14
Leviticus 9:14 in Multiple Translations
He washed the entrails and the legs and burned them atop the burnt offering on the altar.
And he did wash the inwards and the legs, and burnt them upon the burnt offering on the altar.
And he washed the inwards and the legs, and burnt them upon the burnt-offering on the altar.
And the inside parts and the legs, when they had been washed with water, were burned on the burned offering on the altar.
He washed the insides and the legs and burned them with the rest of the burnt offering on the altar.
Likewise he did wash the inwardes and the legs, and burnt them vpon the burnt offring on the Altar.
and he washeth the inwards and the legs, and maketh perfume for the burnt-offering on the altar.
He washed the innards and the legs, and burned them on the burnt offering on the altar.
And he washed the inwards and the legs, and burnt them upon the burnt-offering on the altar.
Having first washed the entrails and the feet with water.
He washed the inner parts and the legs of the animal, and burned them on the altar, on top of the other pieces of the animal.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 9:14
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Leviticus 9:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּרְחַ֥ץ
אֶת
הַ/קֶּ֖רֶב
וְ/אֶת
הַ/כְּרָעָ֑יִם
וַ/יַּקְטֵ֥ר
עַל
הָ/עֹלָ֖ה
הַ/מִּזְבֵּֽחָ/ה
וַ/יִּרְחַ֥ץ
râchats
H7364
to wash
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/קֶּ֖רֶב
qereb
H7130
entrails
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/כְּרָעָ֑יִם
kârâʻ
H3767
leg
Art | N-cd
וַ/יַּקְטֵ֥ר
qâṭar
H6999
to offer
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הָ/עֹלָ֖ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
burnt offering
Art | N-fs
הַ/מִּזְבֵּֽחָ/ה
mizbêach
H4196
altar
Art | N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 9:14
וַ/יִּרְחַ֥ץ
râchats
H7364
"to wash"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for washing or bathing, used in Exodus 30:19 where priests had to wash their hands and feet before entering the temple. It means to clean or purify oneself, as seen in 2 Kings 5:10 where Elisha tells Naaman to wash in the Jordan River.
Definition: : wash 1) to wash, wash off, wash away, bathe 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to wash, wash off, wash away 1a2) to wash, bathe (oneself) 1b) (Pual) to be washed 1c) (Hithpael) to wash oneself 2a) (Hithpael Passive) to be regarded clean, trustworthy
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: bathe (self), wash (self). See also: Genesis 18:4; Leviticus 16:4; Psalms 26:6.
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.
הַ/קֶּ֖רֶב
qereb
H7130
"entrails"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word means the inner part or midst of something, whether physical or emotional, and can refer to the entrails of an animal or the seat of thought and emotion. In 1 Kings 17:21, it describes Elijah's emotional plea to God.
Definition: : among/within 1) midst, among, inner part, middle 1a) inward part 1a1) physical sense 1a2) as seat of thought and emotion 1a3) as faculty of thought and emotion 1b) in the midst, among, from among (of a number of persons) 1c) entrails (of sacrificial animals) Also means: qe.rev (קֶ֫רֶב ": inner_parts" H7130H)
Usage: Occurs in 220 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] among, [idiom] before, bowels, [idiom] unto charge, [phrase] eat (up), [idiom] heart, [idiom] him, [idiom] in, inward ([idiom] -ly, part, -s, thought), midst, [phrase] out of, purtenance, [idiom] therein, [idiom] through, [idiom] within self. See also: Genesis 18:12; Joshua 7:12; Psalms 5:10.
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/כְּרָעָ֑יִם
kârâʻ
H3767
"leg"
Art | N-cd
The leg, from the knee to the ankle, is what this word refers to in the Bible. In 1 Samuel 2:31 and Ezekiel 40:12, legs are mentioned as part of the human body or an animal's. It is a basic anatomical term.
Definition: leg
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: leg. See also: Exodus 12:9; Leviticus 4:11; Amos 3:12.
וַ/יַּקְטֵ֥ר
qâṭar
H6999
"to offer"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word refers to the act of burning incense as an act of worship, often using a special altar. It involves turning something into a fragrant smoke, and is an important part of Old Testament rituals and sacrifices.
Definition: : burn v 1) to sacrifice, burn incense, burn sacrifices, make sacrifices smoke 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to make sacrifices smoke 1a2) to sacrifice 1b) (Pual) to smoke a sacrifice 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make sacrifices smoke 1c2) to cause incense to smoke, offer incense 1c3) to make smoke upon 1d) (Hophal) to be made to smoke
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: burn (incense, sacrifice) (upon), (altar for) incense, kindle, offer (incense, a sacrifice). See also: Exodus 29:13; 2 Kings 15:35; Isaiah 65:3.
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.
הָ/עֹלָ֖ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
"burnt offering"
Art | N-fs
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
הַ/מִּזְבֵּֽחָ/ה
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
Art | N-ms | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Leviticus 9:14
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Context — Aaron’s First Offerings
12Then Aaron slaughtered the burnt offering. His sons brought him the blood, and he splattered it on all sides of the altar.
13They brought him the burnt offering piece by piece, including the head, and he burned them on the altar.
14He washed the entrails and the legs and burned them atop the burnt offering on the altar.
15Aaron then presented the people’s offering. He took the male goat for the people’s sin offering, slaughtered it, and offered it for sin like the first one. 16He presented the burnt offering and offered it according to the ordinance.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leviticus 8:21 | He washed the entrails and legs with water and burned the entire ram on the altar as a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma, an offering made by fire to the LORD, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. |
Leviticus 9:14 Summary
In Leviticus 9:14, we see the priest washing and burning the entrails and legs of the animal sacrifice, which symbolizes the need for spiritual cleansing and surrender to God. This practice reminds us that our sins have consequences, but through faith in Jesus Christ, we can receive forgiveness and cleansing (1 John 1:9). Just as the burning of the entrails and legs represents the complete surrender of all aspects of our lives to God, we too can offer our lives as living sacrifices to Him (Romans 12:1). By surrendering to God, we can experience the joy and freedom of being cleansed from our sins and living a life that honors Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of washing the entrails and legs in Leviticus 9:14?
The washing of the entrails and legs symbolizes the need for spiritual cleansing, as seen in Ezekiel 36:25, where God promises to sprinkle clean water on His people to cleanse them from all their impurities.
Why were the entrails and legs burned on top of the burnt offering?
The burning of the entrails and legs on top of the burnt offering represents the complete surrender of all aspects of our lives to God, as seen in Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices.
Is this practice of washing and burning still relevant today?
While the specific practice of washing and burning animal sacrifices is not directly applicable today, the principle of spiritual cleansing and surrender remains, as seen in 1 John 1:9, where we are called to confess our sins to receive forgiveness and cleansing.
How does this verse relate to the concept of atonement?
The burning of the entrails and legs on the altar is part of the atonement process, as seen in Leviticus 1:4, where the burnt offering is a means of making atonement for the offerer, and points forward to the ultimate atonement made by Jesus Christ on the cross, as seen in Hebrews 10:10.
Reflection Questions
- What areas of my life need spiritual cleansing, and how can I surrender them to God?
- How can I apply the principle of complete surrender, as seen in the burning of the entrails and legs, to my own life and relationship with God?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of atonement and the forgiveness of sins?
- How can I balance the need for spiritual cleansing with the assurance of forgiveness and cleansing through faith in Jesus Christ?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 9:14
And he did wash the inwards and the legs,.... As Moses also had done, Leviticus 8:21 and burnt [them] upon the burnt offering on the altar; upon the pieces, and the head, before mentioned, said to be
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 9:14
And the sons of Aaron brought the blood unto him: and he dipped his finger in the blood, and put it upon the horns of the altar, and poured out the blood at the bottom of the altar: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 9:14
(14) And burnt them upon the burnt offering.—That is, no special fire is to be kindled for it, but this burnt offering is to be put upon the top of the burning sin offering. (See Leviticus 4:35.)
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 9:14
12–14. The Burnt-Offering is offered as in Leviticus 8:18-21.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 9:14
14. The inwards and the legs — See Leviticus 1:9, note.